Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical:

To ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service, and integrate physiotherapy treatment into the treatment programme. This will include discussion of patient care, patient progress and involvement in discharge planning.

To assess and manage clinical risk concerning the treatment of clients in own caseload and ensure that other staff comply e.g. Manual Handling risk assessment and Trust lone working Policy.

Provide cover across the department during episodes of staff shortage or heavy workload to ensure service delivery.

To work within the standards and guidelines laid down by the Childrens Physiotherapy Service, the Trust, the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), the Health Professionals Council (HPC), the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists (APCP) and other relevant clinical interest groups and the Childrens act.

To communicate with other Services both within and outside the Borough e.g.

• Education
• Social Services
• Voluntary Services
• Wheelchair Services
• Tertiary Service e.g. GOS

To work closely with Education in the Statementing and Annual Review process.

To be involved in the referral process to Secondary or Tertiary Services when deemed clinically appropriate in consultation with senior staff.

To be involved in the transition stage to adult services in Islington and other boroughs as necessary.

To provide copies of all correspondences to the parent/guardian.

To provide a discharge report to the referring source and the parent/guardian.

To ensure that documentation is accurate and meets the standards legally required by the CSP and the Trust.

To assist senior staff in providing supervision to local Childrens physiotherapy staff.

Professional:

To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, and incorporate them as necessary into your work. To undertake reflective practice and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.

To be aware of current opinion on the provision of care for Paediatric conditions through:

• Individual supervision
• Reading of physiotherapy related literature
• Reading of National guidelines and standards
• Attendance at peer support groups, in-services training (IST) and courses
• Involvement in the appraisal scheme
• Reflection

To assist senior staff to help local staff to keep up to date on current opinion on the provision of care for Paediatric conditions through:

• Individual supervision
• Reading of physiotherapy related literature
• Reading of National guidelines and standards
• Attendance at peer support groups, IST and courses
• Involvement in the appraisal scheme
• Reflection
• Membership of Special Interest Groups (SIG)
• Attendance at accredited/recognised courses.

To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of Evidence Based Practice projects, audit, clinical guidelines and outcome measures, either individually or with your manager. Make recommendations for change and audit the outcome.

To aid in the process to ensure provision of care from the service is based on current opinion for Paediatric conditions.

To be aware of the Departments of Health, Education, NHS and CSP guidelines relevant to the Childrens Physiotherapy Service.

To initiate appropriate evaluation audit projects within the Paediatric field.

To assist in the development of the Models of Care provision for the Childrens Physiotherapy Service.

To comply with all mandatory training.

Organisational:

In the absence of senior staff assist with the day-to-day running of local Childrens Physiotherapy service provision.

To be responsible for organising and planning own clinical caseload to meet service and patient priorities. Readjusting plans as situations change/arise.

To manage own diary in respect of the priorities e.g. caseload, IST, supervision and meetings.

To order equipment / orthoses in consultation with senior staff and to be physically able to install specialist physiotherapy equipment in clients homes/schools, applying safe manual handling when doing so in restricted spaces.

To ensure that all equipment defects, accidents and complaints are reported to the Service Manager and that the appropriate action is taken, by those concerned.

To comply with all Whittington Health policies and procedures and the Health and Safety at Work Act, and ensure that all staff are aware of these and do likewise.

Effort:

To carry out child management with strong PHYSICAL effort involving:

• Repetitive movements
• Static postures
• Sustained awkward postures
• Moving of equipment e.g. standing frames, special seating, hoists
• Working in restricted spaces
• Use of all forms of public transport on a daily basis.
• Applying techniques requiring dexterity, sensory co-ordination, precision and patience.

To comply with Whittington Health Manual Handling policies.

Please see the Job Description and the Persons Specification for further details about the job role.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Good written/spoken English
• Degree / Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• Post-registration training / courses in paediatric Physiotherapy
• Commitment to clinical and professional development in the specialised field of paediatric physiotherapy

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in Paediatric Physiotherapy
• Robust experience of managing own physio caseload, prioritisation, autonomous working

Desirable

• Varied experience of Paediatrics in different areas - neuro, MSK etc
• Varied experience of working in different areas of physiotherapy overall.
• Experience of working in community - home visits etc
• Experience of working in education, including special schools
• Experience working in public health systems

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of proactive approach to ongoing CPD and learning in topics relevant to Paediatric Physiotherapy

Desirable

• Knowledge of EHCP process, annual review process and experience writing reports
• Evidence of knowledge and implementation of best practice, EBP, QI in field of Paediatric Physio.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Northern Health Centre

580 Holloway Road, N7 6LB

London

N7 6LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be required to rotate through the Dispensary, Distribution and Pharmacy Stores areas. Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths (A-C or equiv.)
• Hold or commit to study for Pharmacy Level 2 qualification recognised by the GPhC

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Pharmacy Computer/IT skills including Microsoft programs
• Able to communicate effectively with all grades of staff throughout the trust (verbal and written)
• Able to communicate effectively with patients from all backgrounds and ethnic origins.
• Able to organise and prioritise workload, and to meet pre-determined deadlines
• Good clear and well-spoken English.
• Effective customer service skills able to work to meet the needs of customers of the department and to meet the standards of the Trust.
• Demonstrated ability to manage workload dealing with issues and ensure local manual handling procedures are followed.
• Can act as a role model and participate in the training of new staff
• Able to demonstrate ability to cope under pressure and multi-tasking correctly.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of local health and safety, manual handling and COSHH policies
• Awareness of the Data Protection Act

Desirable

• Experience of working in a pharmacy environment

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Reliable
• Self-motivated
• Commitment to continued personal development, and enthusiasm for extending the Assistant Technical Officer role.
• Demonstrates initiative, motivation, and enthusiasm for the post

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Clinical

Work as an autonomous practitioner, to assess and treat own caseload of patients, including those with complex presentations. In each rotation treatment decisions will be underpinned by specialist knowledge gained from post graduate study of evidence-based treatments and from previous experience.

To carry out assessment of patients, including those with complex presentations, drawing on a wide range of information sources and using clinical reasoning skills to determine an accurate diagnosis and to identify an appropriate physiotherapy care plan from the many treatment options available.

To utilising a wide range of treatment skills in delivery of treatment plans having the highly developed physical skills necessary for provision of effective physiotherapy treatment

To formulate and deliver physiotherapy treatment programmes in a variety of settings and as part of a 24/7 service. Settings include: hospital, community, patients home, home visits, as part of a team, as a sole practitioner and as on call physiotherapist.

To work collaboratively to prevent inappropriate hospital admissions and to facilitate hospital discharge in order to minimise hospital stays.

To develop comprehensive discharge plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team members.

To keep accurate treatment records, which fulfil legal and statistical requirements, and which are in accordance with HPC/CSP/Trust/departmental standards.

To provide comprehensive progress and discharge reports to GPs, consultants, patients, members of the multi-disciplinary team and other patient services as required.

Demonstrate the ability to seek guidance and support when needed or when treatment required is not within scope of professional knowledge or skill.

To manage clinical risk within own patient caseload at all times

To work flexibly to provide cover in other clinical areas when required.

2 Communication

To gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment.

To be able to motivate and persuade others through effective communication skills, with the benefit of verbal and non-verbal skills, for example, patients with communication difficulties, hearing or sight impairments, memory loss, mental illness or those who may be unable to accept their diagnosis.

To communicate effectively providing and receiving complex information in relation to patients care including but not limited to liaising with:

• Other members of the Multi-disciplinary team (Consultants, General Practitioners, medical staff, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language therapists, Dietitians, Social Workers etc) to develop and agree management programmes for the patients in your care adopting and developing effective interpersonal skills to ensure comprehensive management.
• Relatives or carers to gain the best possible understanding of each patient and give suitable guidance and support

To arrange and participate in case conferences with patients who have complex physical, psychological and social presentations.

To produce written, electronic and verbal reports for the MDT other Health or Social care providers and be able to convey this to the patient in an accessible and meaningful manner, often in the face of communication barriers.

To build a network of professional contacts across a range of professions in various settings such as community services, social services and other acute hospitals.

To attend Professional physiotherapy staff meetings and other meetings when necessary.

3 Education and Training

Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence-based practice in each rotation, developing specialist knowledge of particular conditions and patient types.

To contribute to the education of multidisciplinary groups, patients, families and carers as appropriate.

To, be actively involved in induction and education of new staff, rotating staff and students.

To be responsible for and actively record own professional development and maintain a CPD portfolio which reflects the same.

To be pro-active in organising, teaching and actively participating in the in-service and post-registration education programme within every clinical area. Attendance of other outside courses/lectures is encouraged.

4 Management

4.1 Organisation:

To flexibly plan and organise own time, patient caseload and meetings (including ward, departmental, inter-departmental and service development meetings) and adjusting plans according to staffing levels.

To carry an identified bleep as required by rotation and be able to respond to unpredictable work and frequent interruptions.

To assist the team leader in allocating and organising the work of junior, assistant, technical instructor, and student staff to meet service priorities on a daily basis and to deputise fully in their absence.

To deputise for the team leader during periods of absence ensuring on-going smooth running of the team.

To be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of junior and/or assistant/tech grade staff and to assist in the line-management of junior staff as delegated by team leader including setting of staff objectives and completing staff appraisal for junior staff.

To implement department and trust policies in each rotation and contribute to service development by proposing changes to current practice.

To take responsibility for allocated departmental duties or attendance at committees as requested.

To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all patient related equipment and ensure that junior staff/assistants/technical instructors attain competency prior to use.

To implement department and trust policies in each rotation and contribute to service development by proposing changes to current practice.

4.3 Human Resources:

To supervise and assist in the line-management of junior physiotherapists, Apprentices, Therapy Technicians and assistants as delegated by team leader

To be responsible for the supervision, co-ordination and appraisal of junior staff/students and assistants on a daily basis.

To be responsible for teaching junior staff/students and assistants including formal group session (theoretical and practical), watched assessments and complex patient reviews.

To be responsible for undergraduate student physiotherapists in accordance with the fair share policy, as allocated by the team leader and to regularly liaise with academic institutions. This involves continual assessment of the students competency and grading them accordingly.

Please see the Job Description and the Persons Specification for further details about the job role.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Holds a recognised degree or diploma in Physiotherapy
• Current HCPC registration
• English as a native language or IELTS Level 7.00 or above.

Desirable

• Member of CSP
• Member of a relevant special interest group

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of clinical application of core Physiotherapy skills in Practice, including use of evidence based practice.
• Demonstrable skill in clinical reasoning and problem solving for complex case management
• Proven organizational skills including time management, Prioritization and delegation to manage clinical and administrative workload.
• Understanding of the issues pertaining to clinical risk management, and ability for formulate plans to reduce risk.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly to a variety of professionals and to patients and their families, overcoming barriers to communication including language, confusion, and anxiety.
• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner and act on own initiative, managing risk when required.
• Confident user of computers and IT databases. Proficient in Word, Excel and Power point.

Desirable

• Ability to use audit and research in clinical practice.
• Presentation and teaching skills to support in-service training

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 15 months post qualifying work experience in an NHS or Social Care setting
• Work experience in an in-patient acute work setting and community setting.
• Experience gained through a minimum of 4 rotations at band 5 level in settings relevant to the rotation
• Demonstrable clinical knowledge of a broad range of diagnoses and conditions in line with the rotational areas of the post.
• Knowledge of a range of assessments and interventions for patients with a wide range of presentations.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and clinical guidelines relating to the role of an Physiotherapist in acute care and rehabilitation
• Experience of discharge planning including a working knowledge of the role of other professions in health and social care and inter-agency working
• Knowledge and understanding of cultural diversity and how to apply this in practice

Desirable

• Experience of supervising therapy assistants or students and completing/contributing to the appraisal/marking process.
• Experience of service improvement, including productivity and patient experience.
• Experience of delivering formal and informal training to others.
• Experience of providing physiotherapy as part of on call and week-end working rotas

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential

• Self motivated, personally and professionally responsible.
• Flexibility and ability to handle change positively.
• Physical fitness to move and handle patients within Trust guidelines and to travel to patients' homes independently.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital Physiotherapy In-patients.

Magdala Ave

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job Specification and Job Description for more details on the main responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• NQT competencies passed including dysphagia

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working with people who have a learning disabilities
• Working with people who have dysphagia and LD
• evidence of assessment and intervention for both dysphagia and communication

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding health inequalities of people with learning disabilities and SLT role within this
• Clinical assessment tools and interventions
• Clinical pathways - the value and MDT working within this

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

5 Pancras Square

Pancras Square

London

N1C 4AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

1. To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions across a range of settings including the home, nursery and family hub settings

2. To upskill the Early Years workforce in identification of needs and support for the development of communication in the under fives.

3. To demonstrate specialist clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication problems in young children, providing appropriate universal and targeted support.

4. To demonstrate specialist knowledge in this clinical area underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures

1. To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for around care pathways.

1. To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate and develop communication friendly environments.

1. To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of children with a wide range of SLCN.

1. To work closely with children, carers and families, to support the development of speech , language and communication skills.

1. To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible

1. To employ excellent communication skills.

1. To demonstrate skills in motivating children, carers and practitioners to engage in the interventions, targets and outcomes.

1. To employ skills in project planning and implementation

1. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the children difficulties and implications of the same.

1. To demonstrate the ability to manage children with challenging behaviours including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the commissioning provisions.

1. To monitor and review the progress of children against the targets set and agreed, and to modify targets as appropriate.

1. To reflect on clinical practice both individually and with peers identifying strengths and needs and providing evidence of sound clinical judgements, based on research and evidence based practice.

1. To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in education and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate e.g. the local offer.

1. To manage and prioritise a specialist caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc

1. To contribute to multi-agency data reporting as required.

1. To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, recognising and resolving potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs

1. To ensure that children are referred on to other services as appropriate.

1. To contribute to Whittington Healths systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others

1. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct

Liaison and Teamwork:

1. To contribute to the function of clinical teams both multi disciplinary and uni disciplinary by discussing own and others input around childrens needs ensuring a well co-ordinated care plan.

1. To liaise and share information with health, educational and other professionals as appropriate, observing data protection guidelines

1. To contribute to meetings, Team around the Child , case conferences and multi-agency team meetings, as appropriate, contributing to inter-agency / multi-agency team building and policy development where appropriate, e.g. education, social services and the voluntary sector.

1. To provide clinical placements for under graduate, post graduate and MSc students as required.

1. To undertake any other duties as required by the Borough Lead, which may include a change in workplace.

Administration

1. To carry out administrative duties including activity data collection, updating this accurately and regularly, ensuring the provision of such information promptly within local Trust guidelines

2. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients

Personal and Professional Development

1. To participate in annual appraisal ensuring that the objectives set reflect the Service and organisational plans.

1. To attend specialist short courses and advanced training in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge required of a specialist SLT working in this field and maintain up to date HPC and RCSLT registration

1. To contribute to team meetings and participate in in-service training as required

Person Specification

Education, qualifications, training

Essential

• BSc. in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent (including Dip. CST)
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration to Practice
• Registered Member of RCSLT

Desirable

• Successful completion of specialist post graduate study relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders e.g. DLD, SLCN, SEMH, ELKLAN etc.

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Of a specialist range of direct and indirect interventions relevant to communication demonstrating the evidence base for these approaches (where appropriate)

Desirable

• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation/ training style for a range of audiences

Experience

Essential

• Of a specialist range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate communication, speech & language skills relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders

Desirable

• Experience of delivering training to a range of audiences e.g., teachers, teaching assistants and specialist education and health professionals
• Experience of working at a specialist level with pre-school children

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Hunter Street Health Centre

8 Hunter Street

London

WC1N1BN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

1. To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions and staff development at a whole school level including joint target setting and outcome monitoring.

2. To demonstrate specialist clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication problems in young children and school aged children up to 11 years, providing appropriate specialist assessment and intervention and evaluating outcomes.

3. To demonstrate specialist knowledge in this clinical area underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures

1. To make appropriate differential diagnoses and specialist clinical decisions on evidence from assessment of complex cases

1. To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for case management, developing clear care plans based on best practice

1. To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate and develop communication friendly schemes of work.

1. To work with the Camden Early Years Service and Camden Service for Young People to support effective transition of children into and out of this service provision.

1. To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of children with a wide range of SLCN, and ASD.

1. To work closely with children, carers and families, in order to agree plan of management.

1. To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible

1. To employ excellent communication skills.

1. To demonstrate skills in motivating children and /or carers to engage in the interventions, targets and outcomes.

1. To employ counselling skills with parents/carers of children on the caseload.

1. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the children difficulties and implications of the same.

1. To demonstrate the ability to manage children with challenging behaviours including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the commissioning provisions.

1. To monitor and review the progress of children against the targets set and agreed, and to modify targets as appropriate.

1. To reflect on clinical practice both individually and with peers identifying strengths and needs and providing evidence of sound clinical judgements, based on research and evidence based practice.

1. To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in education and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate e.g. the local offer.

1. To manage and prioritise a specialist caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc

1. To contribute to multi-agency assessment procedures as required, including Educational, Health and Social Care Plans.

1. To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, recognising and resolving potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs

1. To ensure that children are referred on to other services as appropriate.

1. To contribute to Whittington Healths systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others

1. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct

Liaison and Teamwork:

1. To contribute to the function of clinical teams both multi disciplinary and uni disciplinary by discussing own and others input around childrens needs ensuring a well co-ordinated care plan.

2. To liaise and share information with health, educational and other professionals as appropriate, observing data protection guidelines

3. To contribute to meetings, annual reviews, case conferences and multi-agency team meetings, as appropriate, contributing to inter-agency / multi-agency team building and policy development where appropriate, e.g. education, social services and the voluntary sector.

4. To provide clinical placements for under graduate, post graduate and MSc Speech and Language Therapy students as required.

5. To undertake any other duties as required by the Head of Speech and Language Therapy, which may include a change in workplace.

1. To carry out administrative duties including activity data collection, updating this accurately and regularly, ensuring the provision of such information promptly within local Trust guidelines

2. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients

1. To participate in annual appraisal ensuring that the objectives set reflect the Service, School and organisational plans.

1. To attend specialist short courses and advanced training in order to maintain and develop skills and knowledge required of a specialist SLT working in this field and maintain up to date HPC and RCSLT registration

3. To contribute to team meetings and participate in in-service training as required.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate Diploma, BSc or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC licence to practise, and Registered member of RCSLT

Previous Experience

Essential

• Relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders, post registration
• Of working at a specialist level with clients with a range of speech, language and communication needs of different ages

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Clinical skills and post graduate experience in the assessment and differential diagnosis of children in mainstream schools who present with a range of speech, language and communication difficulties
• Communicate complex, sensitive information
• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation / training style for a range of audiences

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Flexibility
• Ability to reflect on practice

Knowledge

Essential

• Of a specialist range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate communication, speech & language skills relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders
• Of the key characteristics leading to a specialist differential diagnosis between DLD/SCD/Autism etc

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

5 Pancras Square

London

N1C 4AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be expected to:

• Triage electronic referrals regularly.
• Effectively use and ensure that the electronic patient database records reflect your current caseload and activity; with timely discharge and outcome appointments.
• Provide high quality physiotherapy including assessment, treatment and advice to patients with various Neuromusculoskeletal presentations.
• Assess and treat own caseload of patients, and maintain associated records as an autonomous practitioner with support from senior staff when required.
• Communicate with other health professionals, patients and carers with regard to the delivery of patient focused care.
• Participate in departmental continuous professional development, departmental education and training, audit and evidence-based projects.
• Undertake all necessary verbal and written documentation required for patient care.
• Have clinical supervision on a regular basis with senior staff. Supervision can take the form of formal training, clinical reasoning, peer review, case reviews and reflective practise.
• Supervise and appraise juniors and students.
• Provide education, training and supervision to physiotherapists, students and other staff as appropriate.
• Assist in the operation and development of MSK Outpatient Service provision across Whittington Health.

Please read the personal specification carefully to ensure your application clearly demonstrates all of the essential criteria. Please provide examples in your supporting information to show how you meet these criteria.

Or to speak to us, please feel free to get in contact.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Good written/spoken English
• Degree / Diploma in Physiotherapy leading to HPC registration

Desirable

• Membership of professional groups
• Recent and relevant post-registration training / courses in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Exp of working in MSK outpatients inc acute, chronic, GP, consultant and self referrals
• Problem solving approach
• Specialised knowledge and experience of working with a wide range of approaches to the clinical reasoning and management of patients with complex pain and movement dysfunction presentations
• Post-registration physiotherapy experience in MSK

Desirable

• musculoskeletal outpatients Orthopaedics Sports injuries, Rheumatology Neuro/Elderly Rehabilitation
• Working in the NHS
• Specialised knowledge of the current management guidelines and evidence in the safe treatment of Musculoskeletal disorders
• Involvement in clinical audit/evaluation projects/service development

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Specialised knowledge of the safe management of musculoskeletal disorders
• Able to demonstrate good communication, report writing and presentation skills.
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to teamwork
• Good organisation, time management and prioritisation skills

Desirable

• Monitored/supervised: Physiotherapy staff students Assistants/clerical staff
• Previous experience teaching Musculoskeletal physiotherapy staff/students and other professionals
• Experience of undertaking departmental duties
• Able to deputise for team leader / management

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Demonstrate ICARE values
• To be confident in the use of electronic patient records and trust reporting systems
• Strong ethos of team working and supporting colleagues to achieve team goals
• Ability to carry out concurrent activities and work in an unpredictable work environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Various community sites

London

N7 8GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job advert for Band 7 Clinical/Counselling Psychologist in pain management attached to this website

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 2000) as accredited by the HCPC.
• Current registration with Health professions Council (HCPC) as a clinical psychologist or a counselling psychologist

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups with regard to pain management or other physical health conditions.
• Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC
• Ability to form good working relationships with others in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate, to support and maintain clinical practice.

Desirable

• Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings.
• Interest and ability to contribute to service development.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology
• High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies
• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including community, outpatient and inpatient settings
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity
• Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts (including work with clients from different cultural backgrounds).
• Experience of health professional teaching, training and supervision.

Desirable

• Well-developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological intervention with people with chronic pain or physical health conditions.
• Knowledge of clinical health psychology literature on behaviour change and its application in the clinical environment.
• Specialist knowledge of the theoretical background and practice of pain management.
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client groups and mental health.
• Completion of substantial post-doctoral post-qualification supervised clinical health psychology experience working with clients in the area of chronic pain or a related client group.
• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of chronic pain clients including group pain management programmes and individual pain management.
• Experience of the application of clinical psychology to physical health problems including chronic health conditions
• Experience of contributing to service design and evaluation projects.
• Experience of working as a psychologist within a physical health multi-disciplinary team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Bounds Green Health Centre

Gordon Rd

London

N11 2PA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be expected to:

• Triage electronic referrals regularly.
• Effectively use and ensure that the electronic patient database records reflect your current caseload and activity; with timely discharge and outcome appointments.
• Provide high quality physiotherapy including assessment, treatment and advice to patients with various Neuromusculoskeletal presentations.
• Assess and treat own caseload of patients, and maintain associated records as an autonomous practitioner with support from senior staff when required.
• Communicate with other health professionals, patients and carers with regard to the delivery of patient focused care.
• Participate in departmental continuous professional development, departmental education and training, audit and evidence-based projects.
• Undertake all necessary verbal and written documentation required for patient care.
• Have clinical supervision on a regular basis with senior staff. Supervision can take the form of formal training, clinical reasoning, peer review, case reviews and reflective practise.
• Supervise and appraise juniors and students.
• Provide education, training and supervision to physiotherapists, students and other staff as appropriate.
• Assist in the operation and development of MSK Outpatient Service provision across Whittington Health.

Please read the personal specification carefully to ensure your application clearly demonstrates all of the essential criteria. Please provide examples in your supporting information to show how you meet these criteria.

Or to speak to us, please feel free to get in contact.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Good written/spoken English
• Degree / Diploma in Physiotherapy leading to HPC registration

Desirable

• Membership of professional groups
• Recent and relevant post-registration training / courses in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Exp of working in MSK outpatients inc acute, chronic, GP, consultant and self referrals
• Problem solving approach
• Specialised knowledge and experience of working with a wide range of approaches to the clinical reasoning and management of patients with complex pain and movement dysfunction presentations
• Post-registration physiotherapy experience in MSK

Desirable

• musculoskeletal outpatients Orthopaedics Sports injuries, Rheumatology Neuro/Elderly Rehabilitation
• Working in the NHS
• Specialised knowledge of the current management guidelines and evidence in the safe treatment of Musculoskeletal disorders
• Involvement in clinical audit/evaluation projects/service development

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Specialised knowledge of the safe management of musculoskeletal disorders
• Ability to prioritise
• Flexible approach to changing circumstances and departmental needs
• Able to demonstrate good communication, report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to self-motivate and motivate others
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to teamwork
• Good organisation, time management and prioritisation skills

Desirable

• Monitored/supervised: Physiotherapy staff students Assistants/clerical staff
• Previous experience teaching Musculoskeletal physiotherapy staff/students and other professionals
• Experience of undertaking departmental duties
• Able to deputise for team leader / management

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Demonstrate ICARE values in application form
• To be confident in the use of electronic patient records and trust reporting systems
• Strong ethos of team working and supporting colleagues to achieve team goals
• Ability to carry out concurrent activities and work in an unpredictable work environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Various community sites

London

N7 8GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Emergency Department Assistant (EDA) will deliver high level quality care and evidence based intervention, demonstrating a commitment to safe practice and positive patient experience. The post holder will provide a wide range of practical clinical duties and be able to take appropriate action to achieve optimal safety and quality of care for patients within the department, without direct supervision. The post holder will be personally accountable for the standards of such delegated duties. The post holder will continue to develop and undertake a varied range of delegated tasks, will report to a registered professional, the role will continue to develop through gaining further skills, knowledge and competencies. As a member of the ED team, the post holder will be accountable to the Lead Nurse for ED.

The post holder will have demonstrable experience in the direct care of patients with mental health and/or physical complaints, observing any changes in their health/behaviour, participate in risk assessments and care planning and able to maintain accurate records of care provided.

The post holder works as part of the ED team under the supervision of registered nurses and supports them by participating in the delivery of patient care. The post holder will be expected to be self-motivated and use their initiative when necessary.

The post holder will undertake the hospitals in house training for EDAs/HCAs, and will maintain an agreed level of competence.

Treat all Patients with dignity, respect and discretion whilst maintaining their confidentiality.

Ensure that patients personal hygiene requirements are met. This will include assisting with washes, bed bathing, assisting patients to use the shower and bath, providing mouth care and cleaning dentures.

Be aware and adhere to the trust guidelines and policies and assist in keeping the clinical areas clean and clutter free.

Be competent in venepuncture and cannulation and able to do ECG on patients.

Good communication skills.

Please see the attached job description for full details of responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Training

Essential

• Maths and English Level 1
• Care Certificate with completed practical workbook

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in team
• Demonstrable experience of working in a hospital setting

Desirable

• Previous Emergency Department experience

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Communicate effectively in writing
• Able to record routine observations
• Demonstrates compassion for patients
• Able to alert trained staff of change in patients' condition
• Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity
• Demonstrates attention to detail, in preparation to carry out tasks
• Ability to record ECG
• Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress

Desirable

• Intravenous Cannulation
• Phlebotomy
• Plastering skills

Other factors

Essential

• Ability to work well under pressure

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To demonstrate highly specialist knowledge and skills in supporting children and young people with complex developmental needs, including autism, learning disabilities, sensory processing differences, social, emotional and mental health needs, and behaviours that may impact participation and engagement.

To maintain high standards of evidence-based occupational therapy practice, using appropriate assessment tools, outcome measures and clinical reasoning to inform intervention planning and evaluation.

To undertake specialist occupational therapy assessment, using standardised and non-standardised approaches to identify strengths, needs and barriers to participation across home, school and community environments.

To establish child-centred and functional goals in partnership with children, families, educational staff and other professionals.

To develop, implement and review individualised Occupational Therapy intervention plans that promote participation, independence, wellbeing and access to learning.

To select and deliver appropriate Occupational Therapy interventions, balancing clinical need, risk, safety, child and family preferences, and available resources.

To deliver individual and group interventions using meaningful, graded and occupation-focused activities to achieve identified outcomes.

To ensure informed consent is obtained and that children, young people and families have a clear understanding of assessment findings, recommendations and proposed interventions.

To utilise advanced clinical reasoning to analyse complex presentations, prioritise needs and determine appropriate intervention pathways.

To formulate and deliver specialist intervention programmes which may include environmental adaptations, sensory-based approaches, equipment provision, functional skill development, home programmes and recommendations for school-based support.

To work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to coordinate assessment, intervention and review processes for children with complex needs.

To adapt Occupational Therapy practice to meet the individual circumstances, strengths and needs of each child and young person.

To maintain knowledge of current educational policy, SEND legislation and inclusive practice, incorporating these into clinical decision-making.

To apply specialist knowledge of medical, developmental and neurodevelopmental conditions when assessing needs and recommending adaptations to physical, social and learning environments.

To provide specialist advice, guidance and training to parents, carers, educational staff and other professionals to support implementation of occupational therapy recommendations.

To work closely with Inclusion Base and school staff to model therapeutic approaches, support implementation of strategies and develop staff confidence in meeting the needs of children with complex needs.

To liaise with educational colleagues regarding joint target setting, annual reviews, EHCP processes and staff development activities.

To utilise knowledge of health, education, social care and voluntary sector services to ensure timely referrals and coordinated support.

To contribute to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments, Education, Health and Care Plans and annual review processes as required.

To assess for and recommend specialist equipment, environmental adaptations and assistive resources where appropriate.

To assess, manage and document clinical risk, ensuring compliance with Trust policies, safeguarding procedures, moving and handling requirements and lone-working guidance.

To work autonomously across community and educational settings, exercising professional judgement in complex situations.

To communicate effectively and sensitively with children, families, colleagues and partner agencies regarding clinical care, service delivery and support planning.

To communicate complex and sensitive information in a clear and accessible manner, taking account of communication differences and individual needs.

To establish and maintain effective relationships with children, families and professionals, including those experiencing distress, uncertainty or challenging circumstances.

To motivate and support children, families and educational staff to engage in therapeutic programmes and agreed intervention plans.

To demonstrate excellent negotiation, influencing and conflict-resolution skills across a range of professional situations.

To practise in accordance with Occupational Therapy Service policies, Trust procedures, HCPC standards, RCOT professional standards and relevant legislation.

To maintain knowledge of safeguarding, SEND legislation, Equality Act 2010 requirements and other relevant statutory frameworks.

To manage workload effectively, prioritising competing demands and using sound professional judgement in day-to-day decision-making.

To maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant clinical records and reports.

To provide specialist advice and support to less experienced colleagues, therapy assistants, students and partner professionals involved in the management of complex cases.

To delegate work appropriately and provide supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants, students and less experienced staff.

To contribute to the promotion and representation of the Paediatric Occupational Therapy Service.

To participate in service development, quality improvement, clinical governance and implementation of service policies and procedures.

To support the Team Lead and Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist in the delivery and development of the service as required.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapists and specialist section Children, Young People and Families
• Evidence of CPD and attendance at relevant post graduate courses/training.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to independently prioritise work, caseloads, and competing demands and support others in co-ordinating daily, termly and annual priorities
• Specialist knowledge of a broad range of clinical conditions impacting children e.g., Autism, learning disabilities, genetic conditions, DCD, etc.
• Demonstrates excellent clinical reasoning through assessment, intervention, treatment planning and review
• Specialist clinical skills in early intervention, child development, sensory based strategies, etc.
• pecialist skills in managing children' and young people's behaviour that challenges, or with high levels of distress

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience working at a specialist level supporting children with complex autism and learning disabilities
• Experience of leading or making contribution to service development, pathway redesign, quality improvement or innovation within children's services.
• Experience writing assessment reports/advice
• Experience providing supervision and support to less experienced therapists, assistants, and students.

Desirable

• Experience working within resource bases, inclusions bases or special schools
• Experience writing statutory assessment/ EHCP advice

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Able to build rapport with clients with communication difficulties
• Treat people with respect, irrespective of age, gender, culture, religion & sexuality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Bridge Schools (Inclusion Bases)

Islington

N7 9LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To assess the clinical justification of Radiography referrals in line with both national regulations (IRMER 2017) and local protocols.
• To act as an Operator under IRMER (2017).
• To act with delegated authority as Practitioner under IRMER (2017) for plain film radiography referrals.
• To liaise with referral sources where clarification is required regarding selection of the most clinically appropriate imaging examination.
• To act as a point of advice for imaging referrers.

• To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during, and after an examination, especially in difficult or emotional circumstances, using both verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• To ensure patients receive a high standard of care across all modalities
• To acquire diagnostic images, and physically position the full range of patient presentations, accurately for examinations, taking into account patient limitations and adapting standard techniques where necessary.
• To match clinical indications presented by the referrer to an appropriate departmental protocol in x-ray, CT and MRI Scanning.

• To operate advanced software on specialist radiological equipment, requiring excellent hand-eye co-ordination, e.g. bolus chasing, image reformatting and dynamic imaging.

• To review images and ensure that supplementary imaging procedures are considered prior to patient departure from the department.
• To be able to offer good clinical judgement when assessing and interpreting images produced by themselves or more junior staff
• To ensure that images are presented for reporting purposes in a timely and accurate manner.
• To ensure that urgent findings are communicated and patients directed accordingly.

• To highlight radiographic abnormalities using the appropriate system of work in place, e.g. the Red Dot system.
• To review and comment on continuing appropriateness of imaging protocols.
• To work unsupervised within the service arrangements.
• To work within the departments shift system.
• To participate in patient monitoring or administration of oxygen, under supervision.
• To ascertain from the patient, patients guardian or the referrer, the patients suitability for receipt of intravenous (IV) contrast media.
• To perform intravenous cannulation and manual injection of contrast agent.
• To administer IV contrast media using a pressure injector.
• If required, to gain competency in recognising anaphylaxis and administering Adrenaline and operate within Trust and Departmental policy.
• To undertake other duties as and when required by the demands of the service or the CT/MRI Lead or the Operational Service Manager.

Please see the attached job description for detailed understanding of the role.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography
• IV Cannulation
• Current HCPC registration

Desirable

• PgC in CT/MR
• Maintained ILS competency

Skills

Essential

• Significant experience in managing scanner lists
• Able to demonstrate effective and efficient management practice
• Awareness of current Radiology & Health Service trends, IRMER 2017, IRR2017, MRI Safety, Health & Safety, infection control and clinical governance
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Desirable

• Previous line management experience
• Experience in training and development of radiographers

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in MRI
• Significant experience in CT
• Evidence of working in the NHS
• Evidence of CPD

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Wood Green Community Diagnostic Centre

Wood Green Shopping Mall

London

N22 6YQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Duties and Responsibilities

1.1. Clinical

1.1.1. Empower patients and carers by providing health education enabling informed decisions about their care.

1.1.2. Enhancing compliance with preventative actions such as vaccinations and prophylactic medications

1.1.3. Provide guidance on self-management to prevent exacerbation of patients condition to reduce incidences of acute episodes requiring admission to secondary care.

1.1.4.Address social and lifestyle factors which impact on condition management and overall quality of life, directing to appropriate local support services and external agencies.

1.1.5. Act as a patient advocate through the application of ethical, legal, and professional knowledge and skills, considering the multicultural needs of the patient by identifying demographic factors that influence health care needs of this patient group.

1.1.6. Provide targeted support to high-intensity users of secondary care including directing patients into existing NCL programmes for frequent ED attenders.

1.1.7. Pre-contact with patients to reduce DNA rates to hospital.

1.1.8. Enable implementation of individual care plans for patients in all settings

1.1.9. Advise on appropriate drug management at home, including dosages and information on non-pharmacological management techniques. Follow up on a regular basis to monitor effectiveness of the regimen and compliance.

1.1.10. Where relevant, utilise advance prescribing skills within the guidance from NMC and Trust

1.1.11. Provide in-reach service to secondary care.

1.1.12. Implementation of a patient outreach health education group programme, and organisation of patient led education sessions.

1.1.13. Promote good clinical practice in line with evidence-based guidelines and policies.

1.1.14. Offer timely and appropriate community nursing interventions where appropriate seeking senior support when required.

1.1.15. Understand when a patients care is beyond own clinical limitation and to liaise with other senior members of the team, or other professionals for advice.

1.1.16. Initiate and contribute towards a multi-professional approach for the management of patients referred to the community service.

1.1.17. Work closely with haematologists, ward sisters and nurses to initiate timely early discharge planning and facilitate community services for early discharges.

1.1.18. Provide individualised advice, education and support to patients, and their relatives/carers to manage their treatments effectively in preparation for early discharge.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• First level Registered Adult Nurse (with the NMC)
• Relevant educational/ training qualification/certificate/experience

Desirable

• Qualified non-medical prescriber

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Post registration nursing experience
• Knowledge of sickle cell disease and thalassaemia
• Experience of caseload management
• Evidence of multidisciplinary and multiagency working
• Experience of safeguarding adults Knowledge and appreciation of equality and diversity issues

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel independently to all sites across NCL
• A flexible approach to service delivery with ability to work evenings and weekends on occasions where required

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Able to manage competing demands and priorities in a changing, complex environment and is personally resilient
• Demonstrate an ability to integrate nursing knowledge and skills with the clinical aspects of the job
• Phlebotomy skills/CVC line care
• Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office apps (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Personal qualities

Essential

• Approachable and open
• Ability to work under own initiative with good organisational skills
• Self-motivated and autonomous but work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary and cross site team
• Demonstrate a commitment to team working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Camden & Islington Sickle Cell & Thalassaemia Centre

17a Hornsey Street

London

N7 8GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

1. To demonstrate highly specialist clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of, language and communication problems in children and young people providing appropriate specialist intervention and evaluating outcomes.

2. Where the post holder is dysphagia qualified: to demonstrate highly specialist clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of children with eating, drinking & swallowing disorders, within the remit of own clinical competencies.

3. To demonstrate highly specialist knowledge in these clinical areas underpinned by current evidence-based practice and outcome measures.

4. To take a clinical lead in this specialised area for the paediatric special and complex needs service area.

5. To demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment diagnosis and treatment of patients/clients.

6. To make appropriate diagnoses and highly specialist clinical decisions on evidence from assessment of complex cases, including differential diagnoses.

7. To demonstrate specialist expertise in managing children with the highly complex special needs who present with one or more of the following: learning difficulties, mental health problems, autism, sensory needs and behaviour that challenges.

8. To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements / decision making for case management, developing clear care plans based on best practice.

9. To demonstrate clinical effectiveness reflecting on evidence-based practice and outcome measures.

10. To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of children with communication difficulties.

11. To communicate complex condition related information from assessment to carers, families and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, demonstrating empathy and ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist.

12. To work closely with clients, carers and families, in order to agree plan of management.

13. To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible

14. To form productive relationships with others who may be under stress and/or have challenging communication difficulties.

15. To demonstrate excellent communication skills.

16. To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and /or carers to engage in the therapeutic process.

17. To employ counselling skills with children, carers/families with highly complex needs.

18. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children with special and complex needs and their carers, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clients difficulties and implications of the same.

19. To demonstrate the ability to manage children with challenging behaviours including the application of appropriate management strategies.

20. To monitor and review the progress of children and young people against the targets set and agreed, and to modify targets as appropriate.

21. To adapt practice to meet individual patient/client circumstances.

22. To reflect on clinical practice both individually and with peers identifying strengths and needs and providing evidence of sound clinical judgements, based on research and evidence-based practice.

23. To develop the ability to reflect on auditory, visual and kinaesthetic aspects of clients communication and to identify appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance communicative effectiveness.

24. To be aware of legal requirements relating to the provision of a speech and language therapy service.

25. To maintain up to date and accurate case notes and write reports reflecting highly specialist knowledge, ensuring that they meet departmental standards and are in line with local Trust Policy, and RCSLT professional standards.

26. To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in education and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate.

27. To manage and prioritise a complex and specialist caseload independently, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc.

28. To demonstrate skills in dealing with complex issues to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management.

29. To contribute to multi-agency assessment procedures as required, including statutory educational assessment.

30. To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, recognising and resolving potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• BSc. Speech Path or Equivalent (including Dip. CST)
• HCPC licence to practise, and registered member of RCSLT
• Successful completion of highly specialist/expert short courses relevant to field e.g. signing, ASD, physical disability

Desirable

• Successful completion of highly specialist post graduate study relevant to field e.g. advanced ASD courses, Makaton Regional Tutor, AAC)
• Successful completion of highly specialist post graduate study in the field of paediatric dysphagia

Knowledge

Essential

• Of a highly specialist range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate communication, speech & language skills relevant to paediatric special and complex needs including autism
• Of the key characteristics leading to a highly specialist differential diagnosis relevant to paediatric special and complex needs
• Of selecting, setting & evaluating highly specialist treatment goals
• f a highly specialist range of therapeutic interventions relevant to paediatric special and complex needs demonstrating the evidence base for these approaches
• The application of highly specialist knowledge of local cultural, linguistic & demographic factors to the management of and understanding of disability and communication difficulties.

Previous Experience

Essential

• Broad range of experience with relevant client groups post registration, including at a specialist level
• Of working at a specialist level in paediatric complex needs, including the management of children with mental health problems; ASD and LD
• Delivering highly specialist training to a range of audiences

Desirable

• Carrying out evidence based / research projects

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Bridge Schools (Inclusion Bases)

Islington, London

N7 9LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry out the technical work of the department with particular reference to the management of the autopsy suite and body handling area as required by the mortuary manager. To assist the mortuary manager in the monitoring and control of work and supervision and training of junior staff.

To deputise for the mortuary manager during periods of annual leave.

To complete audits as required by the mortuary manager and to have close liaison with the Designated Individual and attend regular governance meetings.

To contribute to the promotion and adherence to Health and Safety within the department by carrying out relevant training and attending appropriate courses suitable for the role.

To liaise with pathologists, hospital personnel, H.M. Coroner, funeral directors, police, members of the public etc.

To have, or be able to develop, good communication and interpersonal skills.

To have a sensitive and caring attitude towards bereaved family and friends

To strictly adhere to departmental standard operating procedures, health and safety guidelines and other relevant Trust and departmental policies.

To ensure Health and Safety standards are followed and maintained.

Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to visit prior to interview

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent

Desirable

• Working in a mortuary that acts dually as a bereavement office

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Management, organisation and control of work within a mortuary environment encompassing multiple disciplines. These include the autopsy workload, Medical Examiner system, contract funerals, procurement and general administration.

Desirable

• Management, organisation and control of work within a mortuary environment encompassing multiple disciplines. These include the autopsy workload, Medical Examiner system, contract funerals, procurement and general administration.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Good literacy skills
• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively
• Remain calm and assured in a pressurised environment
• Ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines
• Excellent knowledge of licensing requirements i.e. Human Tissue Authority Codes of Practice
• Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety

Desirable

• Knowledge of the procedures surrounding the issuing of documentation pertaining to a death
• Knowledge of the Coroner's and Justice Act 2009
• Knowledge of audits and quality management
• Knowledge of the Medical Examiner system

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills when dealing with a wide variety of people under very emotional circumstances.
• Able to be flexible with working hours

Other

Essential

• Be within easy commuting distance in order to participate in the early morning autopsy rota

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL PRACTICE

To use knowledge and expertise in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients with lymphoedema

Contribute to the development of nurse/allied health professional led services in order to meet service demand within the specialty of lymphoedema

Collaborates and networks with all members of the multi-professional and multi disciplinary team on the provision of patient care.

Participates in all discussions that are required for high quality, timely and accurate patient assessment and care planning for adults with lymphoedema.

To assess the needs of the patient and work in partnership with individuals to agree the most appropriate plan of care for them

Ensure the symptom control of palliative lymphoedema in patients with advanced disease is managed and fully understood by families and health care professionals involved in care, providing specialist information, education, practical and emotional support as required.

To communicate information about diagnosis of lymphoedema and outcomes of treatment.

With the support of the Team Lead to act as an autonomous practitioner managing own caseload, delivering care in line with National Guidance, receiving and making direct referrals.

To provide skilled assessment of patients referred to the lymphoedema service determining the clinical diagnosis and treatment pathway.

To implement appropriate care to obtain the best results in the improvement of the condition, adjusting the clinical management to suit the patients needs/tolerance and managing complex and emotive clinical scenarios.

To educate patients in the long-term management of their lymphoedema, monitoring as required and empowering the patient to maintain compliance with treatment programmes and care of their swollen limb/area, in order that they can achieve their optimum quality of life.

To provide skilled practice in a range of assessment and treatments to manage lymphoedema, including skin care, exercise, measurement for and prescription of compression hosiery, self lymphatic drainage and manual lymphatic drainage.

Professional Responsibilities

To adhere to the Professional Conduct and be wholly accountable for his/her practice.

To actively seek to raise the profile of Nurse-led /AHP led services within Royal Surrey Foundations Trust community services, by publication, research and teaching.

To behave in a professional manner and act as a role model for other staff at all times

Contribute to effective ethical decision making relevant to lymphoedema practice.

Establish and maintain contact with professional bodies at local, national and international level

MANAGERIAL

To be responsible for the self- development of skills and competencies through participation in learning and development activities, and to maintain up to date technical and professional knowledge relevant to the post.

To support the team leader of the Lymphoedema Service to enhance the department performance and build organisational capability.

Work as an autonomous practitioner and support the implementing and disseminating of change through policy development based on the lymphoedema evidence.

To support the division wide Skin Integrity Forum (SIG).

Organise own workload and manage own clinical caseload.

Actively promote Clinical Governance.

Assist in providing monthly report on pressure ulcer incidence in the community division.

To support and deputise for the division-wide monthly Learning from Datix meeting where route cause analysis findings are presented by relevant community teams.

Provide monthly reports of case-mix workload clinical/non clinical activity.

Deputise when necessary for the Lymphoedema lead and attend Divisional Clinical Governance meetings and feedback to team

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or AHP
• Post registration experience.
• Evidence of nursing/ AHP related qualification to degree level.
• Specialist knowledge of Lymphoedema / Chronic oedema or wound care Management attained through training and experience.

Desirable

• Teaching/assessing qualification to Postgraduate Diploma Level (Level 6) or equivalent
• Nurse/ NMP Prescribing

WORK RELATED KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Minimum 3 years clinical experience
• Clinical experience of patients with long term conditions
• Knowledge of chronic oedema treatment and compression therapies
• Experience of working autonomously and within a team
• Knowledge of Governance and Quality Improvement in health care
• Knowledgeable of Electronic Records systems
• Demonstrates enthusiasm towards teaching and sharing knowledge Sound knowledge and understanding of current nursing and education issues

Desirable

• Community experience desirable
• Experience of clinical audit
• Involved in service development and quality issues
• Line Management
• Cancer/palliative care knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of chronic oedema treatment and compression therapies

CAPABILITIES: ways of working

Essential

• Safe practitioner with attention to detail
• Ability to manage own work and that of others; has an organised approach to work and ability to prioritise
• Able to work with minimal supervision in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for patients
• Cognisant with IT networks: competent with electronic systems
• Ability to resolve complex problems
• Excellent team worker, with well-developed interpersonal
• Strong communication skills and fluent in English written and verbal
• Behaves professionally articulating good customer service skills

Desirable

• Experience at networking across partnerships in primary and secondary care
• Evidence of bringing clinical leadership
• Experience of supervising and mentoring other health professionals

PERSONAL APTITUDES: attitude to working

Essential

• Demonstrate evidence of own Continuing Professional Development.
• Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Confident, self-motivated
• Flexible and resourceful.

Desirable

• Ability to motivate others and lead developments in the clinical area.
• Strength of character and confidence to manage opposition and overcome obstacles in a positive and non-threatening manner

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

River Place Health Centre

River Place, Essex Road

London

N1 2DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job Specification and Job Description for more details on the main responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• NQT competencies passed including dysphagia

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working with people who have a learning disabilities
• Working with people who have dysphagia and LD
• evidence of assessment and intervention for both dysphagia and communication

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding health inequalities of people with learning disabilities and SLT role within this
• Clinical assessment tools and interventions
• Clinical pathways - the value and MDT working within this

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

5 Pancras Square

Pancras Square

London

N1C 4AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To carry out the technical work of the department with particular reference to the management of the autopsy suite and body handling area as required by the mortuary manager. To assist the mortuary manager in the monitoring and control of work and supervision and training of junior staff.

To deputise for the mortuary manager and Senior APT during periods of annual leave.

To complete audits as required by the mortuary manager and Senior APT, to have close liaison with the Designated Individual and attend regular governance meetings.

To contribute to the promotion and adherence to Health and Safety within the department by carrying out relevant training and attending appropriate courses suitable for the role.

To liaise with pathologists, hospital personnel, H.M. Coroner, funeral directors, police, members of the public etc.

To have, or be able to develop, good communication and interpersonal skills.

To have a sensitive and caring attitude towards bereaved family and friends

To strictly adhere to departmental standard operating procedures, health and safety guidelines and other relevant Trust and departmental policies.

To ensure Health and Safety standards are followed and maintained.

Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to visit prior to interview

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Diploma in Anatomical pathology Technology or equivalent

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Management, organisation and control of work within a mortuary environment encompassing multiple disciplines e.g. General administration, autopsy workload, contract funerals, procurement, Medical Examiner service

Desirable

• Working with the public in a hospital environment particularly in difficult and stressful situations

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 1 year post qualification working in a mortuary with a busy workload
• Excellent knowledge of Licensing requirements i.e. Human Tissue Authority Codes of Practice
• Knowledge of the Coroner's and justice Act 2009

Desirable

• Working in a mortuary that acts dually as a Bereavement Office
• Knowledge of the Medical Examiner system
• Knowledge of audits and quality management

Personal qualities

Essential

• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in stressful and emotional situations
• Good Literacy skills
• Ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines
• Remain calm in a pressurised environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job description and personal spec attached which details the four main areas of this post.

A. Operational.

B. Communication.

C. Training and Personal Development

D. Governance

Person Specification

Education/qualifications

Essential

• Good literacy and numeracy, general education.
• Education to NVQ3 in admin or equivalent combination of NVQ2, courses and experience

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to create and structure office systems e.g. Filing, stationery and equipment ordering
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
• Able to prepare routine correspondence independently
• Good organisational skills
• Able to use own initiative to plan and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work and adapt to a changing environment
• Ability to work autonomously and to Standard Operating Procedures

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Evidence of excellent organisational skills
• Self-motivated
• Reliable, flexible and adaptable
• Creative and innovative
• Ability to stay calm and focused
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality
• Secretarial/administrative experience in an office environment
• Experience of working with the general public in a customer service role
• Experience of inputting to databases, spreadsheets and/or other IT systems and business applications used in the office environment
• Understanding of using Rio
• Competent in the use of Microsoft office (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
• Must have ability to build professional and personal credibility
• Must have ability to recognise own need for support and supervision
• Able to exercise initiative
• Self-motivated
• Work flexibly to address the needs of the service

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health care environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Highbury Grange Health Centre

1-5 Highbury Grange

Islington

N5 2QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Promote the service and support clinical staff to facilitate the safe, effective and appropriate transfer of patients identified as suitable for care from ED, wards and the community.
• Work with and be responsible for the case management of patients identified for Rapid Response and Hospital at Home.
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings and participate in cascading information from these meetings to relevant parties.
• Record data and support thecollection of data for performance monitoring and reports.
• Understand the protocols and pathways for IUCRT and work with the MDT.
• Advise and recommend appropriate discharge options to patient, family and MDT in relation to any further care needs following discharge such as community nursing.
• Provide a follow up process of contacting patients being case managed, for example following up test results
• Manage and co-ordination of patient care
• Develop patient condition specific management plans with medical staff to improve patient clinical management
• Attend appropriate internal and external meetings as representative of the Trust in relation to the IUCRT role and responsibilities.
• Actively participate in the development of the IUCR service.
• Assist in the development of IUCRT pathways, associated protocols and relevant patient group directions.
• Gain real time feedback from the users of the service to ensure that they are benefiting and that the service delivery is the best possible.
• Contribute to a summary report and clinical audit of the service and evaluate its effectiveness on patient outcomes.
• Act within the NMC/HCPC code.
• Undertake further educational qualifications and training in order to increase professional knowledge and remain updated.
• Assist in ensuring that clinical risk is assessed and managed in line with professional Whittington Health standards.
• Ensure that comprehensive risk assessment and management strategies are incorporated into all patient assessment and care
• Ensure that the information contained in any Comprehensive Risk Assessment is responsibly shared with members of the Multidisciplinary team, Social Services and other agencies in order to appropriately manage and reduce risk.
• Always adhere to Whittington Health and Safety guidance and to lead by personal example of good practice.
• Ensure accurate, contemporaneous records are kept that facilitate safety and continuity of patient care. This is to include both paper and electronic records kept within the office and in the patients own home.
• Ensure accurate statistical data is promptly submitted in line with Whittington Health Guidelines.

Work within Whittington Health Quality and Assurance Standards including the monitoring and reviewing of quality standards, policies and protocols as required within the service.

• Take the service lead in areas where there is a specific need as agreed with Leads.
• Ensure that the care given meets the standards and policies set by Whittington Health. To inform line management of constraints that will prevent these standards from being met.
• Respond promptly to any incident where service quality has fallen below an acceptable standard and report to the Lead Matron. To investigate such incidents and set action plans to ensure that identified weaknesses are resolved.
• Investigate complaints and clinical incidents as delegated by Team Leads, making recommendations about changes to practice and service that may result.
• Participate in research projects, clinical audit and/or innovations following agreed policy and protocol, leading on these in certain areas as agreed with Team Leads.
• Contribute to the development of the IUCRT by participating in working parties, committees and planning and discussion groups as agreed with supervisor and Team Leads.
• Submit timely information relating to service performance indicators and balanced score cards to Team Leads and the Quality and Assurance Department.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• RGN or Paramedic with current NMC/HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Post registration education in a relevant area

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Portfolio of varied Clinical experience
• Experience in Community/ A and E/ Care of the Elderly/ICU

Desirable

• Advanced Clinical Assessment Module or willing to work towards
• Knowledge of current issues in the NHS

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Well-developed communication skills (verbal and written).
• Community Nursing skills, or willingness to expand field of knowledge and practice
• Administration of IV medicines.

Desirable

• Diagnostic skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional attitude
• Multi-disciplinary team working

Desirable

• Possess vision and commitment to the organisation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Hornsey Rise Health Centre

London

N19 3YU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. THERAPEUTIC SKILLS

1.1. Assess and deliver, under supervision, outcome focused, evidence-based interventions to children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties.

1.2. Working in partnership, support children, young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties and their families in the self-management of presenting difficulties.

1.3. Work in partnership with children, young people and families in the development of plans for the intervention and agreed outcomes.

1.4. Support and empower children, young people and families to make informed choices about the intervention.

1.5. Operate at all times from an inclusive values base, which recognises and respects diversity.

1.6. Accept referrals within agreed national and local protocols.

1.7. Undertakes accurate assessment of risk to self and others.

1.8. Adhere to the service referral protocols. Under supervision, signpost unsuitable referrals to the relevant service as necessary.

1.9. Through close case management and supervision, escalate cases where the level of need becomes beyond scope, or more severe ensuring adherence to other relevant elements of service delivery.

1.10. Provide a range of information and support for evidence based psychological treatments, primarily guided self-help. This work may be face-to-face, by telephone or via other media.

1.11. Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of children and young people contacts offered, and sessions carried out per week in order to improve timely access and minimise waiting times.

1.12. Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or CYP in treatment, where appropriate.

1.13. Keep coherent records of all activity in line with service protocols and use these records and outcome data to inform decision making. Complete all requirements relating to data collection.

1.14. Assess and integrate issues relating to transitions, education and training/employment into the overall therapeutic process.

1.15. Work within a collaborative approach involving a range of relevant others when indicated.

1.16. Work in collaboration with children, young people and communities to enhance and widen access.

2. TRAINING AND SUPERVISION

2.1. Attend and fulfil all the requirements of the training element of the post including practical, academic and practice-based assessments.

2.2 As well as attendance at the University for training, fulfil private study requirements to enhance learning and prepare assignments for examination.

2.3. Apply learning from the training programme to practice.

2.4. Receive practice tutoring from educational providers in relation to course work to meet the required standards.

2.5. Prepare and present case load information to supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, in order to ensure safe practice and the governance obligations of the trainee, supervisor and service are delivered.

2.6. Respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in practice.

2.7. Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competences and practice.

3. PROFESSIONAL

3.1. Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating bodies and keep up-to-date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the relevant departments.

3.2. Ensure that confidentiality is protected at all times.

3.3. Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with supervisor and senior colleagues on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development.

3.4. Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives.

3.5. Keep all records up to date in relation to Continuous Professional Development and ensure personal development plans maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.

3.6. Attend relevant conferences/workshops in line with identified professional objectives.

4. GENERAL

4.1. Support the collection of data and facilitate data flow to the New Workforce Development team.

4.2. Contribute to the development of best practice within the service.

4.3. Ensure a comprehensive understanding of the relevant safeguarding legislation, guidance and best practice.

4.4. Maintain up-to date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and procedures in relation to children and young peoples mental health

4.5. All employees have a responsibility and a legal obligation to ensure that information processed is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Security and Confidentiality Policies.

4.6. It is the responsibility of all staff that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain, to seek advantage of further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties.

4.7 To work flexibly to meet the core aims of service delivery to clients.

4.8 To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing and professional self-governance in accordance with service and trust policies and procedures.

4.9 To attend Community CAMHS and discipline specific meetings as may be agreed with Professional Lead and Line Manager.

4.10 To carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade, as directed by the line manager.

4.11 This Job Description does not provide an exhaustive list of duties and may be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder in light of service development.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name

Siobhan Kelly

Job title

CWP Team Lead

Email address

[email protected]

Telephone number

020 33161824

Additional contact information

Lauren Hassan

020 3316 1824

[email protected]

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree, upper second class or above, in Psychology OR related subject (e.g., Psychology, Education, Childhood development, Social Work etc), OR any subject with further training or experience in a relevant field (e.g., Teaching/TA; Learning Support; HCA; Youth Work; Counselling etc) OR Relevant professional experience in CYP Mental Health/Education/Mentorship

Desirable

• Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a specific psychological therapy
• Other relevant postgraduate degree

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties
• Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
• Ability to manage own caseload and time

Desirable

• Experience of working in mental health or related services
• Experience of working with other agencies outside of the NHS

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding of children and young people's mental health and how it may present
• Ability to study as a self-motivated learner and implement training with appropriate support
• Demonstrates ability to work well with other professionals/ colleagues
• Ability to personally manage a sensitive, traumatic and potentially emotionally distressing caseload.

Desirable

• Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence-based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post

Other

Essential

• Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
• Ability to be self-reflective in personal and professional development and in supervision
• Ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate an understanding of and an ability to incorporate cultural sensitivity and responsiveness to your work with colleagues and clients

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Islington Community CAMHS

Northern Health Centre

Islington

N7 6LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties

Clinical Leadership

Provide highly specialist infection prevention and control advice to staff across the Trust.

Promote best practice and evidence-based infection prevention and control measures.

Act as an expert resource for complex infection prevention and control issues.

Undertake daily surveillance and review of microbiology and pathology results via the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), identifying healthcare-associated infections, alert organisms, clusters and emerging trends, and ensuring appropriate infection prevention and control actions are implemented in a timely manner.

Support clinical teams in reducing healthcare-associated infections and improving patient outcomes.

Provide visible leadership in promoting safe practice and a positive patient safety culture.

Specialist Infection Prevention and Control Practice

• Lead and participate in infection prevention and control inspections, assurance audits and governance across all Trust services.
• Participate in antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) rounds with the Antimicrobial Lead and the Antimicrobial Specialist Pharmacist.
• Monitor compliance with national standards, Trust policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support compliance with the Health and Social Care Act, Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and national infection prevention requirements.
• Prepare reports and assurance documentation for Trust governance committees.

Education, Professional Development and Workforce Capability

• Act as a senior clinical educator for infection prevention and control across Whittington Health.
• Work with the team in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Trust's infection prevention and control education and training strategy.
• Design, deliver and evaluate infection prevention and control teaching programmes for all staff groups, including registered professionals, support workers, medical staff, students, volunteers and contractors while ensuring that education programmes reflect current legislation, national guidance, evidence-based practice and Trust priorities.
• Provide specialist education during outbreaks, incidents and emerging infection threats to ensure staff maintain safe and effective practice. Utilise audit findings, surveillance data, incident investigations and patient safety learning to inform educational programmes and improve practice.
• Support the development and sustainability of Infection Prevention and Control Link Practitioner programmes across all clinical areas.
• Contribute to the assessment and validation of staff competencies relating to infection prevention and control practice.
• Work collaboratively with the Practice Education Team, Clinical Leads, Professional Leads and Divisional Teams to identify learning needs and develop targeted educational interventions.
• Promote a culture of continuous professional development, reflective learning and evidence-based practice throughout the organisation.

Surveillance and Reporting

• Lead on the surveillance activities relating to healthcare-associated infections.
• Analyse surveillance data and identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Produce regular reports for clinical divisions, senior management and governance committees.
• Contribute to achievement of Trust infection reduction targets and quality objectives.
• Utilise electronic surveillance systems and digital reporting tools to monitor infection prevention and control performance.
• Interpret complex data sets and present findings in an accessible format to clinical and management teams.
• Develop data-driven recommendations to support quality improvement and patient safety.

• Act as a clinical specialist for infection prevention and control audit and assurance activities across Whittington Health.
• Develop, coordinate and implement the Trust-wide IPC audit programme to ensure compliance with local and national standards.
• Lead and participate in audits relating to:
  • Hand hygiene.
  • Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions (SICPs).
  • Transmission-Based Precautions.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Isolation practices.
  • Environmental cleanliness.
  • Invasive device management.
  • Aseptic technique.
  • Decontamination and equipment management.
• Analyse audit findings, surveillance data and compliance reports to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Produce comprehensive audit reports and assurance summaries for clinical divisions, governance groups, the Infection Prevention and Control Committee (IPCC) and Trust Board reporting structures.
• Develop and monitor action plans arising from audit findings, inspections, incidents and outbreaks.
• Support clinical teams to implement audit recommendations and achieve measurable improvements in compliance and patient safety outcomes. Provide expert advice and challenge where audit findings identify non-compliance or unsafe practice.
• Contribute to organisational preparedness for internal and external inspections, including CQC visits and PLACE-based partnership reviews.
• Support the development of audit tools, performance indicators and assurance frameworks aligned to national guidance and Trust priorities.
• Utilise quality improvement methodologies to support sustainable changes in practice and reduce healthcare-associated infections.
• Ensure lessons learned from audits, outbreaks, incidents and investigations are disseminated effectively and embedded into clinical practice.
• Work collaboratively with divisional leads, matrons, ward managers and governance teams to promote continuous improvement and demonstrate assurance against statutory and regulatory requirements.

Incident and Outbreak Management

• Lead and coordinate infection prevention and control responses to outbreaks, incidents and clusters.
• Undertake and contribute to post infection reviews (PIR) and serious incident investigations (SII).
• Participate in outbreak control meetings and implement agreed actions.
• Escalate infection prevention risks appropriately and support organisational risk management processes.
• Liaise with UK Health Security Agency and other partner organisations when required.

Service Development and Quality Improvement

• Lead and participate in quality improvement projects aimed at reducing infection risks.
• Contribute to the development and review of IPC policies, procedures and guidance.
• Support implementation of national guidance and emerging evidence.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative approaches to infection prevention.

Strategy, Policy and Governance

• Contribute to the development, delivery and evaluation of the Trust Infection Prevention and Control Strategy and Annual Programme.
• Lead on the implementation of national infection prevention and control guidance and regulatory requirements across the organisation.
• Develop, review and update Trust infection prevention and control policies, procedures and guidance documents.
• Support organisational compliance with the Health and Social Care Act Code of Practice.
• Contribute expert specialist advice to Trust governance committees and working groups.

Research and Evidence-Based Practice

• Critically appraise emerging evidence and best practice guidance relating to infection prevention and control.
• Support and participate in research, service evaluation and quality improvement projects.
• Promote evidence-based practice across all clinical and non-clinical settings.
• Disseminate learning from research, audits, outbreaks and incidents to improve patient outcomes.

Leadership and Management

• Deputise for the Operational Lead Nurse for Infection Prevention and Control when required.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to junior members of the IPC team.
• Support appraisal, supervision and professional development processes.
• Represent the IPC Team at Trust meetings, working groups and external forums.
• Contribute to strategic planning and development of the IPC service.

Communication and Collaborative Partnership

• Communicate complex, sensitive and potentially contentious information effectively.
• Influence and challenge practice where infection prevention and control standards are not met.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with medical, nursing, allied health, pharmacy, estates, facilities, operational and community teams.

Revalidation and registration

It is the responsibility of all staff registered with a professional body to:

Act within the Professional Bodies Code of Practice

Maintain their own work profile to ensure revalidation standards are met and assist junior registered staff in achieving revalidation.

Contribute and participate in the development of colleagues professional practice across the trust through leading ward and/or department projects and supporting training.

Ensure optimum use is made of working time.

In addition to the standard Trust requirements, the post holder will:

• Maintain active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Comply with the NMC Code and associated professional standards.
• Maintain evidence for revalidation and continuing professional development.
• Act as a role model for professional practice and support colleagues in meeting revalidation requirements.
• Maintain specialist knowledge of infection prevention and control through ongoing education and professional development.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Degree in Nursing or related healthcare subject
• Evidence of Level 7 academic study or equivalent specialist experience in Infection Prevention and Control
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Teaching, mentorship or assessing qualification

Desirable

• Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control
• Master's degree or working towards Master's level
• Leadership or management development training

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to provide specialist IPC advice across a range of services
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex data and surveillance reports
• Ability to design, deliver and evaluate educational programmes for multidisciplinary staff groups.
• Ability to challenge and influence practice in all organisational levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently
• Ability to lead investigations and formulate action plans
• Ability to manage complex situations requiring negotiation and diplomacy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Significant experience of leading IPC audits within acute and community healthcare settings including developing, implementing, and monitoring action plans following audits and inspections
• Experience in analysing and presenting complex audit and surveillance data to support quality improvement programmes and demonstrating measurable outcomes
• Experience in analysing and presenting complex audit and surveillance data to support quality improvement programmes and demonstrating measurable outcomes
• Advanced IT skills including Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

• Excellent facilitation, coaching and presentation skills
• Project management skills

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration nursing experience
• Extensive experience working within Infection Prevention and Control services
• Experience in developing policies, guidelines or standard operating procedures
• Experience of HCAI surveillance and reporting
• Experience of audit, governance and quality improvement activities
• Experience of outbreak and incident management
• Significant experience in delivering education, training and competency assessment within healthcare settings.
• Experience developing and implementing learning programmes that improve clinical practice and patient safety.
• Experience of post-infection review (PIR) analysis and incident investigations
• Experience presenting assurance reports and support CQC inspections or equivalent external assurance reviews.
• Detailed knowledge of IPC legislation, standards and guidance
• Knowledge of microbiology relevant to infection prevention and control
• Knowledge of antimicrobial stewardship principles
• Experience in supporting workforce development and practice improvement initiatives.

Desirable

• Experience of leading Trust-wide improvement initiatives
• Acute and community NHS experience

Personal qualities

Essential

• Professional credibility and integrity
• Strong leadership qualities
• Commitment to patient safety and quality improvement
• Ability to work collaboratively across professional boundaries
• Resilient and adaptable approach to work
• Ability to challenge constructively and professionally
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Self-motivated and proactive

Desirable

• Willing to travel to Whittington Health Community sites as required
• Ability to respond flexibly to infection incidents and outbreaks

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Health

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)