Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking an individual with excellent communication skills, confidence in autonomous decision-making, and a passion for delivering high-quality mental health care. You will work with a diverse population presenting with a broad spectrum of mental health and neurodevelopmental needs, including individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and complex mental health conditions, ranging from primary care presentations to severe and enduring mental illness.

Leading on professional development and ensuring the delivery of robust evidence-based practice, you will provide evidence-based assessment, formulation, and treatment planning tailored to the needs of neurodivergent service users and those experiencing mental health difficulties.You will participate in clinical, professional, and management supervision, contribute to effective multidisciplinary team working, abide by all Trust policies and procedures, and respond flexibly and creatively to challenges. The role requires a commitment to promoting person-centred, accessible, and inclusive care that supports positive outcomes for both mental health and neurodivergent populations.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

We welcome and encourage informal discussion prior to application / interview.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current Professional Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council - RMN / RNLD/ RGN (RNSC - CAMHS Only)
• Recognised Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor or currently in progress of achieving.
• Trained in Clinical Supervision and providing Clinical Supervision or in the process of achieving
• And have Professional clinical knowledge and experience acquired through degree (or equivalent post registration study), supplemented by specialist training, experience, short courses, Module (20 credit) at level 7 see below
• For example Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma/Masters Degree, Intermediate Systemic Family Therapy/Postgraduate diploma in CBT/British Isles Dialectical Behaviour Therapy /NMP (Independent Prescriber), Psychosocial Interventions,
• And have Equivalent significant clinical experience such as working (minimum of 2 years) as a band 6 (or above) in relevant clinical area, together with evidence of relevant CPD to Level 7 or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of current issues relating to health needs of patients in the field of practice, regionally and nationally
• Understanding and working knowledge of the legal framework and statutory obligations under the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act
• Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
• Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.
• Clinical Governance and its application in practice.
• Working knowledge of clinical medicines management
• Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment (depending on specialist area)

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working with patients with complex needs in the specialist field
• Significant experience working with patients who display risk behaviours
• Clinical risk assessment and management and its application in practice
• Working collaboratively with service users their families and carers
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Quality improvement activities

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

One Life

Park Road

Hartlepool

TS247PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information about this post.

Psychologists & Psychological Therapists provide key leadership roles within the Trust. To support this we have developed leadership profiles for each psychology band and the profile card associated with this post is attached on NHS Jobs. You can find more information about the NHS Leadership Academys Healthcare Leadership Model and the profiles at their website. We encourage you to look at these resources as they will play a part in the interview process.

This role is subject to Prison Vetting and the successful candidate must pass this before commencing employment. This includes a thorough review of personal information, including a criminal record check (both spent and unspent), a review of financial standing, and social media checks. Please note that vetting checks may also extend to family members and associates. You must also have resided in the UK for 3 years at the point of application. This will be considered as part of the shortlisting criteria and your application may be rejected if you do not meet this criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in psychology.
• Eligible for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
• Resident of the UK for at least 3 years

Desirable

• Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice, youth work, work with offenders and/or research design and analysis

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as an assistant psychologist (or equivalent)
• Previous involvement in clinical audit, research or service evaluation
• Experience using statistical software packages e.g. SPSS
• Experience of using psychometric assessments
• Experience working with people using services in psychological, mental health and/or social care settings. This may include, for example, personal experience or supporting a family member to access services.
• Experience of communicating sensitive information
• Experience of work interacting with the public
• Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (e.g. those for whom English is not their first language)

Desirable

• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of increasing access to psychological services/healthcare for minoritized communities

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental ill health or learning disabilities
• An understanding of the application of psychology to health care.
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Knowledge of the British Psychological Society Code of Conduct.
• An ability to apply psychological knowledge to the population described in the job advert
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures
• Awareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritized communities.

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lanchester Road Hospital

Lanchester Road

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family.

We want you to feel like you are part of a close-knit team at TEWV.

It's important to us that you feel valued and appreciated and that is why we have a comprehensive benefits package on offer

Some of our benefits are highlighted here:

• Generous pay, pensions and leave, we offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package.
• Work life balance, flexible working and support a range of flexible options, such as part-time working and job sharing.
• Career development, there are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes.
• Car lease, our staff benefits from competitive deals to lease cars
• NHS discounts, with discounts up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands though Health Service Discounts website.

Other benefits include:

• Counselling services
• Wellbeing events
• Long service awards
• Cycle to work scheme

Candidates must have 18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework (at the point of application).

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Current professional registration with an approved professional body.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• 18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework (at the point of application)
• Clinical Supervisor
• Recognised sign-off mentor, clinical educator or equivalent. Must be achieved within agreed timescale
• Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Leadership or management qualification.
• Post-graduate qualification in a relevant area.

Skills

Essential

• Provide leadership, monitor, co-ordinate and prioritise the activities of a team.
• Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers/families and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake lead professional responsibilities.
• Provide effective clinical supervision, teaching, training and assessing in clinical practice
• Write reports
• Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional settings
• Use approved breakaway techniques

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working with people with mental ill health in a community setting
• Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers
• Providing clinical supervision to individuals or groups as professionally appropriate.
• Mentoring or facilitating students on practice placement.
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Quality improvement activities

Desirable

• Leadership or management experience

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Foss Park Hospital

York

YO31 8TA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.

The pharmacy team in TEWV has over 100 team members including drivers, pharmacy assistants, administration, nurses, pharmacy technicians and pharmacists. Individual team members are spread across multiple sites, with a dispensary in each of our 3 localities. The locality teams work independently, but come together to agree standards and best practice, learning from each other and trying to improve.

We developed a 5-year Medicines Optimisation and Pharmacy Framework which was created with the teams to produce a shared set of themes and priorities.

Please refer to the attached job descriptions and person specifications for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the Tees locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 with BTEC underpinning knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) (At the time of applying Pre-registration Pharmacy technicians MUST be due to qualify/register in four months or less)
• Accredited checking qualification (or willing to work towards)

Desirable

• NHSEngland Medicines Optimisation Modules 1-7
• CPPE The community Pharmacy technician: advancing your role programme
• CPPE Mental Health

Experience

Essential

• Experience of pharmacy practice

Desirable

• Experience of a patient facing role

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the risk issues associated with medicines

Desirable

• Microsoft Office including Teams, word, Powerpoint and Excel
• Use of email
• Use of internet

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills, written and verbal
• Organisational and time management skills
• Patient centred care
• Able to follow legal and organisational policies and procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Leadership experience and/or staff supervision

Other

Essential

• Suitable to work with vulnerable patients
• Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Park Hospital

Edward Pease Way

Darlington

DL2 2TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

At Cora we're passionate about investing in our colleagues, fostering professional growth, and ensuring everyone feels appreciated. We believe that happy and engaged colleagues provide exceptional patient care and will be motivated to perform at their best. Here's a glimpse of what we offer you: Professional Development: Enjoy a minimum of 5% of your working hours dedicated to your personal growth and development. Attend internal conferences, study days, and access clinical support tools and pathways to excel in your role and career. Generous Holiday Entitlement: Benefit from up to 30 days of holiday (plus public holidays) to relax and recharge. You'll also get another day off for your Birthday. If you'd like even more holiday to enjoy you can participate in our generous holiday buy and sell scheme. Wellness Support: Access a suite of health support tools and an employee assistance program for your well-being so you can be at your best and be your true self. Performance Awards: Excel in your objectives and be rewarded further for your hard work with a range of pay, gifts and incentives awarded alongside attending our annual colleague awards to be treated and feel special. Savings and Support: Make huge saving by making the most of Blue Light and Healthcare Services discounts as well as the very important employer pension contributions. Membership Fee Reimbursement: Save your pennies, as we cover the cost of role required professional membership fees. Cora Clinical Education Academy: Access a wide range of bespoke learning opportunities with live and recorded sessions, to enhance your clinical knowledge and skills across all clinical pathways. Collaboration Opportunities: Engage with our entire clinical team through, including emergency clinical on-call support, clinical supervision, coaching and mentoring. Team Building: Join in on team-building and away days to build strong connections with your colleagues. Flexibility: Work in a way that supports home live, through hybrid working options and flexibility in working hours and times. These benefits are our way of expressing gratitude for your continuous dedication and contribution to CoraHealth. We value you and are committed to making your experience with us even more rewarding.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• BSc in physiotherapy

Experience

Desirable

• Must have previous experience in pain

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.

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

Cora Health Group Limited

Address

Stanley Primary Care Centre

Seaham

County Durham

SR7 7JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.corahealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

The post holder will provide evidence-based assessment and interventions as part of the Community Learning Disability Team and offer input to individuals, their families and carers in the community.

All team members must be committed to providing the best possible care for the people we work with and their families/carers.

The ability to engage and communicate with adults with a diagnosed learning disability alongside their family/carers and support system is essential.

Clinical/Professional supervision is provided by the Learning Disability Lead OT for North Yorkshire and York. The postholder will attend the OT Learning and Governance Networks to ensure fidelity to core Occupational Therapy delivery, enhance CPD and contribute to the wider OT service developments.

You must be able to demonstrate experience of delivery of Occupational Therapy, keenness to continually develop themselves and others, and a particular interest in this field of OT. We will support use of transferrable skills from a range of clinical settings.

There are varied opportunities for training and development, with CPD needs being identified and monitored through appraisal.

You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, as this is a fixed term role for less tan 12 months, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate professional qualification for occupational therapy role
• Current relevant registration with specific regulatory body

Desirable

• Post graduate training in relevant specialist area

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 18 months post qualifying experience of occupational therapy delivery (at the point of application)

Desirable

• Experience of supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism
• Experience of working in Multi-disciplinary Team

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the needs of people who use our services with mental health conditions or learning disabilities

Desirable

• Clinical risk assessment and application in practice
• Knowledge of evidencebased practice in designated specialist area
• Post graduate training in specialist area if applicable to post (e.g. dysphagia, autism diagnostics)
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of managing complex occupational therapy cases
• Awareness of professional standards and its application to practice

Skills

Essential

• Good observational skills and ability to describe such observations verbally and in writing
• Record keeping and report writing
• Collaborating with people who use our services and carers and their families in accordance with the principals of coproduction
• Manage own complex caseload and prioritise effectively
• Support other to manage their caseload and prioritise effectively within a supervisor or educational relationship
• Effectively manage complex clinical and social issues
• Motivate and work positively and constructively with other members of the team.
• Delegate tasks appropriately
• Apply latest research evidence and evaluative thinking in practice
• Provide effective teaching, training and clinical supervision.
• Use appropriate digital technologies

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Systems House

Amy Johnson Way

York

YO30 4XT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We will support you by providing a positive working experience within our teams and service, with the commitment of giving you access to opportunities that will be essential in your professional development. Furthermore, you will receive robust supervision and appraisal, talent management and access to training opportunities.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who will lead the way as a role model within the team, demonstrating compassion. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, proactive and flexible, having the ability to work on their own initiative and be able to communicate with internal and external agencies relevant to patient care. You must be able to demonstrate best practice in mental health service delivery.

Our team is compassionate, inclusive, and committed working together to provide excellent care.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in psychology.
• Eligible for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society

Desirable

• Post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis

Experience

Essential

• Some experience of people using services in psychological, mental health and/or social care settings. This may include, for example, personal experience or supporting a family member to access services
• Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (e.g. those for whom English is not their first language)

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Experience of communicating sensitive information
• Experience of work interacting with the public
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental ill health or learning disabilities
• An awareness of the application of psychology to health care
• Demonstrate an awareness of confidentiality within healthcare
• Awareness of the British Psychological Society Code of Conduct
• Awareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritised communities

Desirable

• Experience as a psychology assistant (paid or voluntary)
• Experience working with people with mental health distress, learning disabilities or neurodiversity (paid or voluntary)
• Experience of clinical audit, research or service evaluation
• Experience using statistical software packages e.g. R Studio.
• Experience of using psychometric assessments.
• Awareness of increasing access to psychological services/healthcare for minoritised communities
• An ability to apply psychological knowledge to the population described in the job advert

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Moor House

North Moor Road

Northallerton

DL6 2FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical / counselling / forensic psychology (or its equivalent prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS.
• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
• Post doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice - Band 8a
• Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of doctoral trainees
• Trained in care co-ordination
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Registration with BPS

Experience

Essential

• Must have experience of: Working as a qualified applied psychologist within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings
• Exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care as a care coordinator within the context of a multidisciplinary team
• Teaching, training and clinical supervision and field supervisor for doctoral theses
• Research and development
• Quality and service improvement and evaluation

Desirable

• Experience of joint working with statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies

Knowledge / Skills

Essential

• Doctoral level knowledge of: Evidence- based practice relevant to the role
• Risk assessment and risk management
• Clinical governance
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health
• Audit and research methodology
• Social Inclusion agenda
• Knowledge of: The Trust's Quality Improvement System
• Must be able to: Communicate highly complex and highly sensitive information effectively, to a wide range of people
• Adapt creatively the evidence base for interventions in mental health for clients with communication difficulties / learning disabilities
• Provide effective teaching, training and clinical supervision for the multidisciplinary team
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake care co-ordination/lead practitioner responsibilities
• Undertake complex multiagency working and liaise with multiple systems
• Utilise psychometric tests competently
• Identify, provide and promote appropriate interventions / means of support for carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and challenging behaviours
• Utilise appropriate clinical governance mechanisms within own work
• Use approved breakaway techniques
• Demonstrate effective keyboard skills
• Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional, academic and public settings

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Roseberry Park Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Candidates must have a minimum 18 months post qualifying experience of occupational therapy delivery (at the point of application)

Please see attached Job Description which provides an extensive overview of the position you are applying for including essential and desirable criteria..

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate professional qualification for occupational therapy role
• Current relevant registration with specific regulatory body

Desirable

• Post graduate training in relevant specialist area

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 18 months post qualifying experience of occupational therapy delivery (at the point of application)

Desirable

• Experience of supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism
• Experience of working in Multidisciplinary Team

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the needs of people who use our services with mental health conditions or learning disabilities.

Desirable

• Clinical risk assessment and application in practice
• Knowledge of evidence based practice in designated specialist area
• Post graduate training in specialist area if applicable to post (e.g. dysphagia, autism diagnostics)
• Experience of managing complex occupational therapy cases

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cross Lane Hospital

Cross Lane

Scarborough

YO12 6DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a senior member of the Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) Team, you will provide specialist clinical pharmacy support for patients with infection across County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. You will lead and participate in AMS ward rounds, working alongside microbiology, infection prevention and control, medical and nursing colleagues to optimise antimicrobial prescribing, improve patient outcomes and reduce antimicrobial resistance.

You will provide expert pharmaceutical input into specialist multidisciplinary team meetings, including the Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) MDT, HIV MDT and Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) MDT, supporting the management of complex patients and contributing to clinical decision-making across acute and community care settings.

The post holder will support the development, implementation and review of antimicrobial guidelines, policies and prescribing standards, ensuring alignment with national guidance and local priorities. You will contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement, research and governance activities, helping to drive innovation and excellence in antimicrobial stewardship.

You will develop strong collaborative links with a wide range of specialties including microbiology, infection prevention and control, critical care, respiratory medicine, surgery, emergency medicine and community services. You will provide education and training to pharmacists, doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, promoting safe and effective medicines use throughout the Trust.

The role includes leadership and supervision of pharmacy staff, supporting the development of trainee pharmacists, junior pharmacists and the wider multidisciplinary workforce. As part of the senior pharmacy team, you will contribute to strategic planning, operational delivery and service transformation.

To support the Trust's seven-day clinical pharmacy service, all pharmacists participate in weekend, late duty and on-call rotas. Flexible working conversations are welcomed, and the Trust is committed to supporting professional development, advanced clinical practice and independent prescribing.

Person Specification

Statutory Registration

Essential

• Registered member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Desirable

• Membership of a pharmacy professional body e.g. RCP, UKCPA, BOPA, NPPG.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience of providing pharmacy services in a clinical setting at an advanced level.
• Regular experience of day-to-day registered pharmacy staff supervision.
• Experience of using computer software to produce reports or presentations to healthcare professionals.
• Involvement in development of clinical guidelines or protocols.
• Participation in the delivery of education and training in a clinical setting.
• Experience of providing clinical supervision to pharmacists

Desirable

• Relevant experience for this role.
• Experience of supporting staff through HR processes.
• Experience of providing directorate pharmacist services eg. drug reviews, specialist drug information.
• Experience of service development, research or quality improvement.
• Experience of presenting an audit or research at a conference.
• Experience of being a Prescribing or Educational supervisor to Foundation pharmacist trainees.
• Experience of teaching healthcare professionals in a classroom setting.

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Relevant post graduate clinical qualification (to at least diploma level) or portfolio evidence of attainment to the same standard.
• Evidence of CPD.
• Pharmacist Independent Prescriber or currently working towards.

Desirable

• Supervision, leadership or management training.
• Evidence of an up to date portfolio of personal professional activity.
• Additional training or qualification relevant to the post eg. PGCert

Special Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Able to manage, monitor, advise and review medicines reconciliation for patients.
• Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision as an individual.
• Recognises personal limitations and refers to more appropriate colleague(s) when necessary.
• Able to motivate self to achieve goals.
• Able to improve quality within limitations of service.
• Demonstrates use of appropriate communication to gain the co-operation of relevant stakeholders (including patients, senior and peer colleagues, and other professionals where possible).
• Able to plan and prioritise a pharmacy teams day-to-day clinical service which is a complex and changing environment.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of pharmacys role in governance processes.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of evidence-based medicines information resources and the ability to interpret the information.
• Demonstrates understanding of the implications of local and national priorities and pressures for the team and/or service

Desirable

• Able to demonstrate an area of expertise within a field of pharmacy practice.
• Able to motivate individuals and/or the team.
• Able to successfully manage a project at team and/or service level.

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to work with colleagues and to influence the practice and behaviours of others in a positive way.
• Motivated to develop personally and professionally through self-audit, reflection and learning.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Able to travel independently across Trust sites to meet the requirements of 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.

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital Of North Durham

North Road

DURHAM

DH1 5TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will use your advanced clinical knowledge, specialist skills and clinical reasoning to assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, delivering individualised, evidence-based treatment programmes tailored to patients needs. You will take clinical responsibility for a designated caseload, ensuring effective organisation and prioritisation of patients according to clinical urgency, complexity and need, while making best use of available clinical time and resources. An injection therapy qualification would be advantageous; however, opportunities may be available to develop this skill as part of your ongoing professional development if you are not already qualified.

As part of our established integrated MSK team, you will have access to specialist clinical advice and support from Extended Scope Practitioners (ESPs) across upper limb, lower limb, spinal, trauma, hand, rheumatology and women's health services. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to discuss complex cases, support clinical decision-making and ensure patients receive appropriate, timely and effective care. Clinical support is also available from Band 8a ESP colleagues, including the opportunity to discuss the need for diagnostic imaging and facilitate appropriate referrals following clinical discussion. You will also work closely with the Governance and Operational teams to support safe, effective and responsive service delivery.

You will contribute to the clinical leadership and development of the wider physiotherapy team, supporting junior colleagues and students through clinical supervision, mentorship, appropriate delegation and the monitoring of clinical practice. You will be expected to provide shadowing opportunities for students and staff where appropriate, promoting knowledge sharing and the development of clinical skills across the service. Full student supervision and mentorship training can be supported through local universities where required, with additional on-site guidance available to help you become familiar with local procedures and expectations.

We are committed to supporting your ongoing clinical and professional development. You will have a named supervisor who will work with you to develop and review your personal development plan, support your appraisal and identify opportunities aligned with your individual learning needs and career aspirations. Protected clinical supervision time is provided by CDDFT, with sessions led by the supervisee to ensure discussions are relevant to your development, clinical practice and wellbeing. Pastoral support is also available through this framework, with alternative arrangements considered where appropriate to meet individual circumstances.

A range of shadowing and training opportunities is available across the service, including learning alongside consultants, A&E, plastics and specialist physiotherapy teams. These opportunities can be incorporated into your personal development plan to broaden your clinical experience, strengthen specialist knowledge and support progression towards your professional goals. The department also provides regular in-service training, access to e-Learning for Health and opportunities to attend external courses through available CPD budgets.

You will have access to our developing CDIMS physiotherapy intranet, which provides a comprehensive resource of local MSK pathways, clinical protocols, guidance and evidence-based patient information leaflets to support consistent, high-quality clinical practice.

The post holder can be considered for injection therapy as a development opportunity (if not already qualified)

Many CDIMS band 7 physiotherapists & FCPs have injection skills and are available for case discussions.

The Post holders named supervisor will support your personal development plan and the appraisal framework. CDDFT support protected supervision time which is led by the supervisee for your individual needs. Pastoral support is also provided within this structure, or alternative arrangement can be made to suit personal circumstances.

Shadowing and training are available throughout the full service with consultants, A&E, plastics, FCPs in GP practices, ESPs in all specialities. This is arranged within your personal development plan. The department runs In-service training sessions together with access to learning on e-Learning for health.

CDIMS use SystmOne for clinical note keeping - training can be provided to suit individual needs.

CDDFT provide a full induction program which includes mandatory training together with a local physiotherapy induction tailored to your needs. Training will also be provided with all CDDFT ICT programs as required. The post holder will be provided with a laptop.

The post holder will have opportunities to develop leadership skills. We promote all staff to be involved with quality improvement projects and promotes future career opportunities. New ideas are always welcome to promote efficiency and quality for our patients at CDDFT.

The department has a track record for staff wellbeing support following all local CDDFT guidance.

The post holder will have access to a well-being hub which includes support telephone numbers and you can be invited to the North East NHS outdoor wellbeing group.

The NENC ICS also provide a wellbeing hub which all our staff have access to, which provides various proactive help and support solutions depending on needs.

Person Specification

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practice and current research relevant to the management of MSK conditions.
• Understanding of professional, legal and ethical responsibilities within physiotherapy practice.
• Advanced clinical reasoning skills, including the ability to identify red flags and make appropriate decisions regarding management and onward referral.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively, including management of waiting list pressures and service demands.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent use of IT systems relevant to clinical practice, including electronic patient records and digital systems used to support patient care and service delivery.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of advanced MSK practice, including advancing practice framework.
• Knowledge of current developments and emerging evidence in MSK practice and their application to clinical practice.
• Ability to use clinical and service information to support audit, quality improvement and service development.
• Ability to deliver clinical education, presentations and training to a range of audiences.
• Experience of using digital systems and data to support service improvement and the management of patient pathways

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent.
• Evidence of continuing professional development, including reflective practice and postgraduate training to modular Masters/Level 7 or equivalent level

Desirable

• Recognised relevant postgraduate academic qualification relating to MSK physiotherapy.
• Postgraduate training in injection therapy at MSc/Level 7 or equivalent level

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Able to travel independently to fulfil duties of this post

Statutory Registration

Essential

• HCPC

Desirable

• CSP

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post-registration experience in MSK physiotherapy, including autonomous management of a broad range of MSK presentations.
• Experience of advanced clinical assessment, clinical reasoning, diagnosis and management of MSK presentations.
• Experience of managing complex MSK presentations, including consideration of pain and neurological presentations.
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team and implementing change.
• Evidence of effective communication across a range of clinical and professional settings

Desirable

• Experience of working at an advanced practitioner level role within an MSK service.
• Experience of supporting, supervising and developing other staff.
• Experience of clinical audit, service evaluation, quality improvement and/or service development

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.

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital Of North Durham

North Road

DURHAM

DH1 5TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job descriptions and person specifications for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, due to the part time hours the starting salary for this role would not meet the required salary threshold for this post to be eligible for sponsorship under the Health and Care (Skilled Worker) visa. Health and Care Worker visa.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Practitioner or First Accreditation as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) BABCP Registration Number different regulatory body please seek advice from Chief Psychological Professions Officer) OR A Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio approved by BABCP as part of your Accreditation as Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Be able to provide evidence of KSA Approval from HEI or BABCP
• AND A qualification that leads to registration with a professional regulatory body (HCPC, GMC, NMC or Social Work England) AND current registration with this professional regulatory body. (If a different regulatory body please seek advice from Chief Psychological Professions Officer)
• OR A Knowledge Skills Attitude (KSA) equivalence portfolio approved by BABCP as part of your Accreditation as Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Be able to provide evidence of KSA Approval from HEI or BABCP
• AND Experience Delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (e.g. those for whom English is not their first language)
• Experience of Working with multi-disciplinary teams
• Assessing and managing risk of self harm/ suicide

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence- based practice relevant to the role
• Risk assessment and risk management
• Awareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritized communities
• Clinical governance
• Legislation in relation to the client group and mental health

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

Essential

• Risk assessment and management in the area of practice or willingness to ensure that these skills hare developed within the first 12 months of the post.
• Can demonstrate competencies in one or more specialist practice/willing to partake in training course to develop competencies in one specialist practice for i.e SMHP
• Communicate complex and highly sensitive information effectively, to a wide range of people
• Experience of increasing access to psychological services/healthcare for minoritized communities
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake responsibilities to coordinate care where appropriate. (Training period to be agreed on taking up the post)
• Skills in managing emotional impact of dealing with highly emotive and distressing situations through self management and use of the clinical supervision process
• The Trust's Quality Improvement System, risk assessment and risk management, clinical governance and audit and research methodology.
• Undertake multiagency working and liaisewith multiple systems
• Utilise objective measures competently
• Identify, provide and promote appropriate interventions / means of support for carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and challenging behaviours
• Utilise appropriate clinical governance mechanisms within own work
• Use approved breakaway techniques
• Demonstrate effective keyboard skills

Desirable

• Experience of CBT provision in complex cases
• Delivering clinical supervision
• Delivering Staff training

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Orca House

Link Road Court

York

YO10 3JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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