About this role
Job summary
This vacancy is for a trained Freedom to Speak Up Guardian, (FTSUG) currently registered with the NGO and able to demonstrate a minimum of two years experience. We are pleased to offer this exciting full-time Outreach (OFTSUG) opportunity based at Wycombe Hospital. This permanent full time Band 7 post will need to be on site, visible and able to travel sometimes at short notice across Buckinghamshire and beyond as required. Applicants must be able to evidence experience as a Band 7 FTSUG or an advanced Band 6.
The role requires a strong understanding of Speaking Up processes, and the ability to promote and develop a positive Speaking Up culture in the interests of patient and colleague safety. The post involves significant outreach work and engagement which includes actively engaging with underrepresented voices to promote inclusivity and working to support our Champion Network.
Management experience and advanced concerns case handling at a senior level are essential. You must have a demonstrable record of enabling people to Speak Up safely. You will deputise for the Lead Guardian when required.
The postholder will need strong verbal and written communication skills and needs to be an excellent listener,
We welcome applicants from all colleague groups with a passion for the Speaking Up agenda, committed to fostering a safe environment for raising concerns. The Lead Guardian endorses the Trust's commitment to equal opportunities, equality, and diversity.
Main duties of the job
The Outreach Freedom to Speak Up Guardian (OFTSUG) will work with the Lead Guardian, Head of Service, and Trust colleagues to continue to strengthen a positive speaking up culture across BHT. The role will involve some strategic, policy and governance work. The role supports delivery of high-quality FTSU services by identifying and addressing barriers, improving psychological safety and enabling staff to speak truth to power constructively.
Guardians help protect patient and colleague safety and experience, promote learning and foster an inclusive Trust wide Speaking Up culture. The OFTSUG will ensure concerns are heard, addressed and lead to improvement, whilst always upholding standards of confidentiality and information security.Acting in line with the Guardian values of Courage, Impartiality, Empathy and Learning, the postholder will enable colleagues to Speak Up safely. Active engagement of under-represented voices and delivering an accessible, visible high quality service is key.
The role involves creating and delivering presentations, promotion work, engaging effectively with staff at all levels, and strengthening psychological safety across teams. Applicants must have management experience, with clinical background desirable but not essential. A strong understanding of good governance, data informatics and information governance is required.
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us?
We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, and experience please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
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Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training Essential
Educated to Masters level or equivalent / Appropriate equivalent experience will be considered. Professional registration (Must be FTSUG Trained under NGO) professional registration /qualification e.g in medical, nursing, AHP, social work etc (A clinical background and understanding is desirable for this post and is helpful but not essential)
Desirable
Some evidence of recent relevant FTSU personal and professional development.
Experience Essential
Proven track record of minimum two years experience as a band 7 or advanced level band 6 FTSUG with some management experience including people management, management of sometimes highly complex and sensitive concerns, situations and issues and an ability to appropriately asses risk. Upholding excellent standards of information governance and confidentiality. Awareness of data security / data protection. Handling sometimes highly complex and sometimes confrontational relationships or conflict to a high standard with positive outcomes
SKills and Knowledge Essential
Knowledge and skills around the Speaking Up Agenda and able to demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting speaking up and to creating a positive speaking up culture and working in a way that demonstrates this. Excellent skills in managing difficult conversations / of a complex nature and complex relationships Good demonstrable leadership / management skills including a strong understanding of assessment of risk and appropriate escalation. Proven track record of strong communication skills with people and ability to be flexible and comfortable in using different mediums. Evidence of ability to project plan, use of data and data analysis implement and deliver and is organised
Desirable
Excellent report writing and record keeping skills, demonstrating a very good standard of written English.
Personal Essential
Demonstrates being a strong team player
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).
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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 Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Wycombe Hospital
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
HP21 8AL
Employer's website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)