About this role
Job summary
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.
The Children's Therapies Team is an integrated therapies team providing Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy,Specialist Nurse Advisors and Care Co-ordinators to children aged 0-19 years within KCHFT. This vacancy is within the North West Kent Team covering Maidstone and Malling, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley.
The successful applicant will joinother Clinical Leads and Team Leads in North West Kent and become part of the wider network of Clinical Leads working across the Children's Therapies Service in Kent. We work closely with colleagues across health, education and social care to provide an integrated team around the child approach.
Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.
Main duties of the job
o To co-ordinate and lead the neuromuscular specialism across Kent.o To lead on service policy and clinical care pathways across the service in this clinical area.o To report to and advise on development requirements in this specialist area to Professional Leads, Team Leads, Locality Clinical Managers and/or Heads of Service.o To be responsible for delegated line management and supervision of team members.o To ensure staff have regular access to effective supervision, training and support to enhance their CPD.o To advise on development requirements and service improvements within the neuromuscular pathway.o To participate in reflective practice and ongoing learning within the field.o To manage a complex specialist caseload supporting CYP with neuromuscular conditions to maximise participation, independence and engagement.
About us
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is currently undertaking a significant programme of transformation to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. As part of this work, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams and roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.
Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.
We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications, training and experience
Essential
- You'll need to have a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification in relevant health related subject i.e. Occupational Therapy.
- You will need evidence of post graduate study relevant to specialist area of practice or equivalent experience i.e. Neuromuscular needs.
- Proven ability to work effectively within your area of practice, supported by relevant experience. As well as managing complex caseloads and supporting/ mentoring others.
- You will be a registered health care professional with the Health and Care Professionals.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- You'll need have sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing. Including providing and receiving complex and sensitive information, utilising motivational and reassurance skills and empathy.
- You will have highly developed specialist knowledge across a range of issues in relation to Neuromuscular conditions, leadership, research and education.
- You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases.
- You will have knowledge of up-to-date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks.
- You'll need to be adaptable in work as things change as part of working in a wider team.
Desirable
- Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage as well as an understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance
Working environment
Essential
- Tact and sensitivity will be essential in this role. There will be times when you see distressing situations which may include vulnerable, violent or aggressive patients. You will need to adapt your style to provide reassurance and empathy.
- A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
- Full UK Driver's Licence
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
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heathside centre
Maidstone
ME17 4AH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.kentcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)