Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to support the Trust with the safe and effective management of manual handling and back care. This post will report to the Head of Health and Safety and is based within the Trust Health and Safety Team.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with significant experience in manual handling and back care to join the Trust Health and Safety Team.
This post will be based in Nottingham (other options may be available), with work across all Trusts sites to support the Teams in meeting their statutory responsibilities and manual handling needs.
You will require significant experience of producing and delivering training, supported by a relevant training qualification.
You will be required to provide specialist support to the Trust on all aspects of manual handing, providing support for implementing the Trusts Manual Handling Policy.
Knowledge of relevant patient safety and manual handling processes, documents and current legislation is essential along with experience of the practical application of manual handling in a range of environments with a varied patient group.
We aim to provide a friendly and professional working environment, whilst delivering a high standard of customer care.
For further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact Ian Freegard - Head of Health and Safety
Main duties of the job
To provide a specialist manual handling advisory, educational and support service across Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust as part of a Health and Safety Advisory Team.
To support the Trust Learning and Organisational Development Team with the design and implementation of manual handling safety training for all Trust staff.
Providing expert advice across all departments and to the Trust Learning and Organisational Development trainers on all aspects of manual handling in order to assist the Trust in meeting current legislation and best practice guidance. Support Clinical Teams as part of a multidisciplinary approach to meet patient and staff needs across all aspects of manual handling and to promote musculoskeletal health.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide specialist support and advice for patient handling across a range of patient handling activities.
Working with the Learning and Organisational Development to assist their trainers with the development of an educational provision for all staff.
Act as role model to promote and improve standards of quality of care for patients by establishing safe systems of work, providing guidance and effective collaboration with relevant practitioners in manual handling processes
Investigation of specific accidents or incidents which involve back care / musculoskeletal health and which are of concern to the trust.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide specialist support and advice for patient handling across a range of patient handling activities.
Working with the Learning and Organisational Development to assist their trainers with the development of an educational provision for all staff.
Act as role model to promote and improve standards of quality of care for patients by establishing safe systems of work, providing guidance and effective collaboration with relevant practitioners in manual handling processes
Investigation of specific accidents or incidents which involve back care / musculoskeletal health and which are of concern to the trust.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualifications/experience relating to manual handling/back care
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in moving and handling\ biomechanics \ergonomics or equivalent
Training
Essential
- Training Qualification
- Experience of preparing and delivering comprehensive manual handling Training
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Has an excellent understanding of the application and practice of inanimate load and people manual handling within a healthcare setting
- Experience working with a full range of moving and handling equipment such as patient hoists and slings etc.
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of Manual Handling Legislation underpinned by both theoretical knowledge and relevant working experience
- Good knowledge of risk assessment process and ability to undertake risk assessments for all aspects of manual handling
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Negotiating and influencing skills with the ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with professional and managerial disciplines
- Team player
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualifications/experience relating to manual handling/back care
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in moving and handling\ biomechanics \ergonomics or equivalent
Training
Essential
- Training Qualification
- Experience of preparing and delivering comprehensive manual handling Training
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Has an excellent understanding of the application and practice of inanimate load and people manual handling within a healthcare setting
- Experience working with a full range of moving and handling equipment such as patient hoists and slings etc.
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of Manual Handling Legislation underpinned by both theoretical knowledge and relevant working experience
- Good knowledge of risk assessment process and ability to undertake risk assessments for all aspects of manual handling
Skills
Essential
- Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Negotiating and influencing skills with the ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with professional and managerial disciplines
- Team player
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010
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.
