Job summary
This is an exciting time to join EPUT as we have reviewed our Speaking Up ambitions for the trust and are seeking to recruit two Freedom to Speak Up Guardians to help us realise them.
EPUT aims to ensure colleagues are able to raise concerns openly, without fear, and that all concerns are heard, responded to, acted upon and learning is shared and disseminated. You will support the Principal Freedom to Speak Up Guardian proactively develop and strengthen an open speaking up culture across the trust as well as respond sensitively to concerns raised. You will remain impartial and independent when colleagues raise concerns handling them with integrity, confidentiality and tenacity; and then work through senior leaders and appropriate policies and processes for responses, approaches and actions.
The right candidates will be passionate about the speaking-up agenda, encouraging an open culture within the organisation. The successful candidates will have the ability to work with Senior Leaders, Executive Directors and Board Members, as well as engaging with colleagues at all levels. We would prefer candidates to have a good understanding of patient safety and quality in a healthcare environment.
Main duties of the job
These two roles will contribute to safe working environments for service users and employees of the organisation. They will support the Chief Executive and Trust's Board with the development of an open culture where speaking up becomes normal practice to address concerns about patient safety, the safety of colleagues or malpractice. In addition, they will encourage and make clear to all colleagues the benefits for themselves, patients and the public from the improvements made in response to the issues identified.
You will work across the Trust with all staff groups, identifying and removing barriers to speaking up, listening up and following up; ensuring all colleagues have the capability, knowledge and skills they need to speak up themselves, and are able to support others in speaking up, listening up and following up. Reporting to the Principal FTSU Guardian you will ensure action is taken to ensure individuals and groups facing barriers to speaking up have the support they need.
Maintaining the database of concerns raised will also be required and the sourcing of feedback to improve the service. You will contribute to FTSU reports and presentation to the Trust Board of Directors twice a year and a range of other meetings across the trust. Therefore report writing, presentation formulation and building positive relationships will also be required.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and person spec for main duties and responsibilities.
For further information please contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and person spec for main duties and responsibilities.
For further information please contact us.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Post Graduate qualification or equivalent in clinical / non-clinical related discipline Evidence of continuing professional development and specialist knowledge or experience. Experience of planning, preparing and delivering training, presentations or highly complex, sensitive or contentious information to gain co-operation and commitment from large and diverse colleagues or stakeholders, including the Trust Board Experience of reporting and making authoritative recommendations based on highly complex information Management of highly confidential matters A developed understanding of the framework, policies and practical application of key processes relevant to the role, including: the Francis report, whistleblowing, incident reporting, bullying and harassment Knowledge and understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion legislation and guidance Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Data Protection, Confidentiality and good governance Knowledge and substantial experience of office IT applications including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Desirable
- Experienced Freedom to Speak Up Guardian* Relevant Clinical qualification or training Evidence of continuous professional development, particularly - FTSU, including the National Guardian's Office / HEE's programme of training -coaching qualification and / or mediation training -project management
Work Related Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- High level of knowledge and expertise about the FTSU agenda / process and barriers to Speaking Up, Listening Up, Following Up A demonstrable track record of supporting and listening to colleagues and providing impartial advice in difficult work-related situations Ability to work with a range of stakeholders, especially those responsible for patient safety and patient and colleague experience, to ensure lessons are learnt, themes identified and necessary changes are made Experience of developing and reviewing cross organisational policies or initiatives Ability to evaluate and analyse highly complex and sensitive information.
Desirable
- Experienced Freedom to Speak Up Guardian* Substantial NHS Experience across different organisations working with stakeholders at all levels Knowledge of internal and external sources of support to signposting individuals for guidance and support Knowledge of Trust policies and processes e.g. disciplinary, grievance and attendance management
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Post Graduate qualification or equivalent in clinical / non-clinical related discipline Evidence of continuing professional development and specialist knowledge or experience. Experience of planning, preparing and delivering training, presentations or highly complex, sensitive or contentious information to gain co-operation and commitment from large and diverse colleagues or stakeholders, including the Trust Board Experience of reporting and making authoritative recommendations based on highly complex information Management of highly confidential matters A developed understanding of the framework, policies and practical application of key processes relevant to the role, including: the Francis report, whistleblowing, incident reporting, bullying and harassment Knowledge and understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion legislation and guidance Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Data Protection, Confidentiality and good governance Knowledge and substantial experience of office IT applications including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Desirable
- Experienced Freedom to Speak Up Guardian* Relevant Clinical qualification or training Evidence of continuous professional development, particularly - FTSU, including the National Guardian's Office / HEE's programme of training -coaching qualification and / or mediation training -project management
Work Related Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- High level of knowledge and expertise about the FTSU agenda / process and barriers to Speaking Up, Listening Up, Following Up A demonstrable track record of supporting and listening to colleagues and providing impartial advice in difficult work-related situations Ability to work with a range of stakeholders, especially those responsible for patient safety and patient and colleague experience, to ensure lessons are learnt, themes identified and necessary changes are made Experience of developing and reviewing cross organisational policies or initiatives Ability to evaluate and analyse highly complex and sensitive information.
Desirable
- Experienced Freedom to Speak Up Guardian* Substantial NHS Experience across different organisations working with stakeholders at all levels Knowledge of internal and external sources of support to signposting individuals for guidance and support Knowledge of Trust policies and processes e.g. disciplinary, grievance and attendance management
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).
