Job summary
Due to the planned retirement of the current post holder, the role of Team Leader has arisen in the therapies-led 'Integrated Independence Team', a Section 75 service offering in-reach into hospital and intermediate care in the community. The team comprises of a number of Pathways, including Rapid Response, Home Treatment, Reablement, and Rapid Care, as well as a single point of access (SPA) for referrals and a morning falls service in conjunction with paramedics. Social workers employed within IIT work across all the the pathways.
The service is fast-paced but highly successful, contributing to the Trusts efficient, safe discharge processes for the vulnerable adult residents of City and Hackney, and commitment to post-discharge therapeutic rehabilitative care. The Homerton has one of the lowest length of stays in London and we are proud to be a part of this.
Main duties of the job
The role is to lead on the delivery and support of the Home Treatment and Reablement offer, which delivers rehabilitation and care to local residents for a period of up to 6-weeks.
In conjunction with the Rapid Response and SPA team leader, the successful applicant will deputise for the Head of Service in their absence, but also provide clinical support for complex service users as required.
This is a leadership role, but one which may also provides an opportunity for the post holder to maintain their advanced clinical skills . As a Trust employee the successful postholder would have access to a range of development opportunities, and be supported in this by a personalised plan developed at appraisal.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
The service is multi-disciplinary, comprising of Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech and Language Therapists, Psychotherapy, Social work, support workers, Independence Assistants, Technician and a reviewing officer. We are proud to still be a Section 75 service, one which delivers integrated services on behalf of both the Trust, which has been considered "outstanding" by CQC and the London Borough of Hackney. Relationships between the partner organisations are excellent.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
The service is multi-disciplinary, comprising of Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech and Language Therapists, Psychotherapy, Social work, support workers, Independence Assistants, Technician and a reviewing officer. We are proud to still be a Section 75 service, one which delivers integrated services on behalf of both the Trust, which has been considered "outstanding" by CQC and the London Borough of Hackney. Relationships between the partner organisations are excellent.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist / Speech and Language Therapist, Nurse or Psychologist
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills / Negotiation skills
- Decision making abilities
- Work alone under pressure in stressful and difficult situations
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team or setting
- Experience of managing staff
- Experience of service development and quality assurance
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the NHS and Social Care, especially community-based services
- Awareness of service integration and the associated issues
- Knowledge of care management and the care programme approach
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of Trust Values
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist / Speech and Language Therapist, Nurse or Psychologist
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills / Negotiation skills
- Decision making abilities
- Work alone under pressure in stressful and difficult situations
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team or setting
- Experience of managing staff
- Experience of service development and quality assurance
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the NHS and Social Care, especially community-based services
- Awareness of service integration and the associated issues
- Knowledge of care management and the care programme approach
Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of Trust Values
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
