Job summary
Do you want to be part of a dynamic training team?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and forward-thinking Team, supporting the Patient Educational packages (EPP Cymru) and Quality Improvement Training for NHS Wales.
We are looking to appoint an individual who is enthusiastic, compassionate, creative and motivated to join our Academy Team. The position will be based in our Public Health Wales offices in south and north Wales, however current working conditions support a blend of office and home working, which may continue for some time.
From 1 April 2023 Improvement Cymru became part of the NHS Wales Executive. As a subsidiary brand of the NHS Wales Executive, Improvement Cymru will operate in shadow format for the first 12 months before formally joining the NHS Wales Executive in April 2024.
Main duties of the job
The role will focus on supporting the Self -Management Programme Lead in the ongoing training, development and improvement of the (EPP) Cymru, maintaining existing functions and ensuring adherence to the quality assurance framework, building upon the solid foundations already established. You will also will be supporting the development and delivery of quality improvement training for Improvement Cymru Academy.
This comes at a time when the NHS has changed considerably as a result of the pandemic and further policy developments. This period has given us the opportunity to evolve our ways of working to support organisations during this crucial period of recovery, and beyond.
The overarching goal of Patient Education (EPP Cymru) and Improvement Cymru Academy is to support the NHS through improved outcomes and experience for thepopulation ofWales.
We work closely with partners in health, social care, education and wider UK improvement partners to inform our improvement curricula.
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales'. We play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.
Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change. We are an organisation that places ourselves at the heart of supporting people, communities, partners, and the Welsh Government in addressing these major challenges and providing solutions for action.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent level of management experience.
- Specialist knowledge and understanding of self-management and lay-led self-care, including models of behaviour change
- Accredited EPP Tutor
- Accredited EPP Assessor
- Accredited or working towards accreditation to Master Trainer level in Chronic Disease Management (SMRC)
- Evidence of continued professional development/further training
Desirable
- Quality improvement qualification
- Training delivery qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing support and supervision/training to staff or volunteers
- Taking a leading role in developing and implementing projects/procedures/plans
- Experience of living with or being affected by a person living with a disease or a long-term condition
- Recruitment and selection of staff /volunteers
- Experience of providing advice to health and social care professionals with regard to the integration of self-management approaches within patient care pathways.
- Experience of providing non-clinical advice to individuals to enable and empower them to self-manage more effectively and to assist them in implementing clinical advice received elsewhere.
- Working with a quality standards framework
Desirable
- Monitoring and evaluating progress and performance
- Planning of improvement training
- Delivery of improvement training
- Using Agored accreditation framework
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Use of spreadsheets, databases and web editing
- Excellent disability awareness
- Understanding of government initiatives about long term conditions, self care and increasing the involvement of patients and the public in the NHS
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service and able to multi task
- Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise own workload
- Must be proactive. Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
- Inquisitive, motivated and reliable
- Commitment to self-development, actively seeking feedback and learning
- Willingness and ability to travel between sites in Wales/overnight stays
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent level of management experience.
- Specialist knowledge and understanding of self-management and lay-led self-care, including models of behaviour change
- Accredited EPP Tutor
- Accredited EPP Assessor
- Accredited or working towards accreditation to Master Trainer level in Chronic Disease Management (SMRC)
- Evidence of continued professional development/further training
Desirable
- Quality improvement qualification
- Training delivery qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing support and supervision/training to staff or volunteers
- Taking a leading role in developing and implementing projects/procedures/plans
- Experience of living with or being affected by a person living with a disease or a long-term condition
- Recruitment and selection of staff /volunteers
- Experience of providing advice to health and social care professionals with regard to the integration of self-management approaches within patient care pathways.
- Experience of providing non-clinical advice to individuals to enable and empower them to self-manage more effectively and to assist them in implementing clinical advice received elsewhere.
- Working with a quality standards framework
Desirable
- Monitoring and evaluating progress and performance
- Planning of improvement training
- Delivery of improvement training
- Using Agored accreditation framework
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Use of spreadsheets, databases and web editing
- Excellent disability awareness
- Understanding of government initiatives about long term conditions, self care and increasing the involvement of patients and the public in the NHS
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service and able to multi task
- Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise own workload
- Must be proactive. Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
- Inquisitive, motivated and reliable
- Commitment to self-development, actively seeking feedback and learning
- Willingness and ability to travel between sites in Wales/overnight stays
Desirable
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
