Job summary
At MPFT we pride ourselves on staff wellbeing and development and can we offer you:
- Our SOOTHE resources - supporting staff across the trust with their physical, mental and financial health. In addition to the support offered from our occupational health provider Team Prevent.
- Counselling support and lifestyle information with advice on a variety of personal matters
- "In our Gift" providing a platform for your voice to be heard to inform change
- The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
- Opportunities for flexible working (depending on the role)
- Career development opportunities and coaching plus access to in house training programs
- Innovative research training program entitled STARS (Supporting the advancement of Research Skills)
- Child Care Vouchers Scheme
- Recognition and engagement through our staff LOVE awards, LOVE long service awards and Staff Engagement Surveys
- NHS discounts available via the Blue Card and Red Guava schemes
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for 6 Assistant Navigators in our new Personalisation and Social Inclusion Team for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism in Staffordshire. These are new posts within a new team and you will play a key role in developing and delivering this service. Funding is currently secured for 12 months and we believe that with your help we can build a successful team and secure funding going forward
These posts are offered at Band 3 on Agenda for Change terms and conditions, working hours are negotiable
Due to this role being part of a pilot with only 12 months funding we would discourage overseas applicants, we would however encourage you to look at our other vacancies within MPFT.
Posts are 30 hours per week.
About us
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) is an award winning organisation with over 9000 employees. We are one of the largest integrated Health and Social Care providers, covering services across North & South Staffordshire, Shropshire, Hampshire, Buckinghamshire, Isle of Wight and Essex.
Demonstrating our strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and in context of our objective aligned to the growth of diversity across the workforce; we are particularly seeking applications from individuals who may be from under-represented groups, such as black, Asian or other ethnic groups, individuals with a disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We are embedding values based and inclusive recruitment practices to ensure that all applicants, from any backgrounds, have an equal chance of success in achieving a role with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We would like to hear from you if you have an interest in and experience of working with people living with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism, this will include supporting people during the transition from young person to adulthood, supporting their independence within their homes, neighbourhoods and wider communities. And you can demonstrate that you are motivated, can work as part of a team, engage with people, maintain a caseload, promote independence and value people, their families and friends as essential partners
A variety of interests and skills are essential to help inspire people who use the service to move forward in their lives; the confidence and enthusiasm to work with partners to explore opportunities in local communities, support community participation and build community capacity
The successful applicant will join a team who are committed to providing a quality service to the Adults and Carers that we work with.
You will ideally need to have a full driving licence and access to a car. This is both an interesting and challenging post for someone who has a commitment to improving outcomes for the people of Staffordshire.
Social Work Learning Academy (SWLA)
On appointment, the post holder will be auto-enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We would like to hear from you if you have an interest in and experience of working with people living with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism, this will include supporting people during the transition from young person to adulthood, supporting their independence within their homes, neighbourhoods and wider communities. And you can demonstrate that you are motivated, can work as part of a team, engage with people, maintain a caseload, promote independence and value people, their families and friends as essential partners
A variety of interests and skills are essential to help inspire people who use the service to move forward in their lives; the confidence and enthusiasm to work with partners to explore opportunities in local communities, support community participation and build community capacity
The successful applicant will join a team who are committed to providing a quality service to the Adults and Carers that we work with.
You will ideally need to have a full driving licence and access to a car. This is both an interesting and challenging post for someone who has a commitment to improving outcomes for the people of Staffordshire.
Social Work Learning Academy (SWLA)
On appointment, the post holder will be auto-enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent and willing to undertake additional qualifications in Health and Social Care
- A clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice
- Good keyboard / IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email and PowerPoint
- An ongoing commitment to personal and professional development
Desirable
- Basic keyboard / IT skills including word processing and email
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team, incorporating good interpersonal relationships and the ability to actively contribute to the implementation, development and review of an individual's personal development plan
Desirable
- Lived experience or previous experience of mental health needs either as a person who has used services or as a carer
- Experience of working within the specialist area with groups and individuals in a health and social care setting or equivalent
Skills, Knowledge & Attributes
Essential
- Creative, Technical, Academic or other specialist skills that can be utilised to assist in engaging people and enabling them to access community facilities and resources; These may include: oEmployment oEducation o Training o Leisure activities o Peer support
- To be highly motivated and have a capacity to make things happen for individuals
- To be organised, practice good time management and take responsibility for own work load and planning
- Ability to challenge stigma and promote positive images of Mental Health
Desirable
- A full driving licence and access to own vehicle (special arrangements can apply to applicants with a disability)
- Knowledge of Person Centred Planning underpinned by the principles of Recovery and Social Inclusion
- An understanding of Adult Social Care Performance Framework and own role within it
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent and willing to undertake additional qualifications in Health and Social Care
- A clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice
- Good keyboard / IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email and PowerPoint
- An ongoing commitment to personal and professional development
Desirable
- Basic keyboard / IT skills including word processing and email
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team, incorporating good interpersonal relationships and the ability to actively contribute to the implementation, development and review of an individual's personal development plan
Desirable
- Lived experience or previous experience of mental health needs either as a person who has used services or as a carer
- Experience of working within the specialist area with groups and individuals in a health and social care setting or equivalent
Skills, Knowledge & Attributes
Essential
- Creative, Technical, Academic or other specialist skills that can be utilised to assist in engaging people and enabling them to access community facilities and resources; These may include: oEmployment oEducation o Training o Leisure activities o Peer support
- To be highly motivated and have a capacity to make things happen for individuals
- To be organised, practice good time management and take responsibility for own work load and planning
- Ability to challenge stigma and promote positive images of Mental Health
Desirable
- A full driving licence and access to own vehicle (special arrangements can apply to applicants with a disability)
- Knowledge of Person Centred Planning underpinned by the principles of Recovery and Social Inclusion
- An understanding of Adult Social Care Performance Framework and own role within it
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Foundation House, St. Georges Hospital Site,
Corporation Street,
Stafford,
ST16 3SR
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
