Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Lead Manual Handling Trainer and Advisor

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Professional to join us to assist in providing an expert specialised Moving and Handling service.

This role will involve developing and managing the Moving and Handling Advisory and Training Service and assisting in the provision of an expert specialised service of training, advice and support regarding the moving and handling of people and objects with a thorough understanding of the principles of the equipment required and Its used in a clinical environment.

As part of this role, you will be working closely with a wider MDT team, which includes Health and Safety experts, physiotherapists, health and well-being services and specialist nurses and OTs, whilst working closely with key stakeholders, including the risk management team to make a real difference to the quality, safety and experience of patients and staff across the trust.

Main duties of the job

The suitable candidate will be able to demonstrate passion and enthusiasm for moving and handling. You will support the learning and development program and roll out a program of trust-wide level 1 and 2 manual handling and bespoke ergonomics on a specialist-needs basis with varying patient and staff needs.

It is essential that you are a good communicator and be physically fit enough to perform equipment demonstrations and manoeuvres on a regular basis. You will line manage a moving and handling advisor to assist in your duties and ensure a fit-for-purpose and viable service is provided. In this role, you will be actively involved in maintaining and enhancing safety systems and processes.

Mobility across the organisation is essential as the suitable candidate may be expected to work across the whole trust.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Date posted

20 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9369-23-0967

Job locations

Wonford House

Dryden Road

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5AF

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to Degree Level or equivalent e.g. BSc Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Nurse etc
Professional clinical background supplemented with specialist back care/moving and handling experience/qualifications
Member of recognised industry body e.g. National Back Exchange

Desirable

Post Graduate qualification to masters level / or equivalent experience in Back Care Management or other relevant clinical qualification relevant to role
Professional registration of a relevant clinical profession e.g Physio / Nurse / OT / Paramedic etc.

Experience

Essential

Demonstrate extensive, relevant experience in a variety of clinical and training settings
Experience in developing, delivering and appraising training materials and courses
Critical analysis of information including audits and producing reports and recommendations based on evidence gathered

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Extensive working knowledge of a broad range of manual handling techniques and associated equipment
Knowledge of the relevant national clinical guidelines, and experience of implementing these recommendations in practice
In depth working knowledge of risk assessments and incident reporting within the NHS
Appropriate level of general fitness to safely carry out requirements of post, including moving and handling of people in complex and repetitive situations.
Ability to travel to meet the requirements of the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to Degree Level or equivalent e.g. BSc Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Nurse etc
Professional clinical background supplemented with specialist back care/moving and handling experience/qualifications
Member of recognised industry body e.g. National Back Exchange

Desirable

Post Graduate qualification to masters level / or equivalent experience in Back Care Management or other relevant clinical qualification relevant to role
Professional registration of a relevant clinical profession e.g Physio / Nurse / OT / Paramedic etc.

Experience

Essential

Demonstrate extensive, relevant experience in a variety of clinical and training settings
Experience in developing, delivering and appraising training materials and courses
Critical analysis of information including audits and producing reports and recommendations based on evidence gathered

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Extensive working knowledge of a broad range of manual handling techniques and associated equipment
Knowledge of the relevant national clinical guidelines, and experience of implementing these recommendations in practice
In depth working knowledge of risk assessments and incident reporting within the NHS
Appropriate level of general fitness to safely carry out requirements of post, including moving and handling of people in complex and repetitive situations.
Ability to travel to meet the requirements of the role

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.