Job summary
The Training & Development Lead is responsible for the education, learning and development of the vascular science workforce. Ensuring team develop and utilising skills in leadership & management, clinical & scientific and research & audit, to transform the way care is delivered to ensure exceptional service is provided to all our patients, every day. They will work closely with the Head of Vascular Science to support the operational and strategic planning of the service and deputise as needed. They will uphold an active professional educational role in wider groups including the Society of Vascular Technology (SVT), Health Education England (HEE), The National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS) and The Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS).
Main duties of the job
Undertake, interpret and report complex ultrasound scans and other tests for vascular conditions, working autonomously at a senior level
Be a positive and professional role model of Good Scientific Practice with strong visible leadership
Take responsibility for the education and training of all staff (clinical and non-clinical) within VSU and ensure the service is committed to the Trust's Education Strategy
Direct and participate in clinical scientific and technical teaching, training and assessment of peers, undergraduates, post-graduates and other healthcare professionals
Take on the responsibility of STP Training Officer and Vascular Degree Apprenticeship Practice Educator
Line manage trainees within Vascular Science
Work closely with the Head of Vascular Science to support the operational and strategic planning of the service and deputise as needed.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Extensive practical clinical experience with autonomous proficiency in complex vascular assessment at a senior level using critically evaluated interpretation and clinical judgement skills
- Comprehensive theoretical knowledge of vascular diseases, haemodynamics and the physics of ultrasound
- Experience of being a senior member of staff and taking a clinical and operational lead in day to day running's of a department
- Expert knowledge of the local and national Vascular Science and associated training and education programmes and opportunities
- Experience of training, mentoring and developing others
- Leadership experience at local level
Desirable
- Leadership experience at local level, regional and national level
- Experience of managing and appraising staff.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MSc in Healthcare Science/Vascular Ultrasound or equivalent experience/knowledge
- Accredited Vascular Scientist (AVS) with the Society for Vascular Technology of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or NSHCS STP Certificate of Completion
- HCPC registration confirmed (or equivalence in progress)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Leadership and/or management training/qualification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work effectively between strategic and operational activities
- Leadership, vision, strategic thinking and planning skills
- Ability to analyse highly complex issues and drawn from multiple sources (verbal, written and numerical)
- Ability to prepare and produce effective communications for dissemination to a broad range of stakeholders
- Ability to project manage and delegate where appropriate
- Ability to identify and drive training and education improvement
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Aptitudes
Essential
- Passion for clinical vascular science training and its value to patients health
- Motivational and non-judgmental, working within an ethical framework
- Enthusiasm for continual staff and service development
- Empathy and patience to sensitively manage individual and team difficulties
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Extensive practical clinical experience with autonomous proficiency in complex vascular assessment at a senior level using critically evaluated interpretation and clinical judgement skills
- Comprehensive theoretical knowledge of vascular diseases, haemodynamics and the physics of ultrasound
- Experience of being a senior member of staff and taking a clinical and operational lead in day to day running's of a department
- Expert knowledge of the local and national Vascular Science and associated training and education programmes and opportunities
- Experience of training, mentoring and developing others
- Leadership experience at local level
Desirable
- Leadership experience at local level, regional and national level
- Experience of managing and appraising staff.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MSc in Healthcare Science/Vascular Ultrasound or equivalent experience/knowledge
- Accredited Vascular Scientist (AVS) with the Society for Vascular Technology of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or NSHCS STP Certificate of Completion
- HCPC registration confirmed (or equivalence in progress)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Leadership and/or management training/qualification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work effectively between strategic and operational activities
- Leadership, vision, strategic thinking and planning skills
- Ability to analyse highly complex issues and drawn from multiple sources (verbal, written and numerical)
- Ability to prepare and produce effective communications for dissemination to a broad range of stakeholders
- Ability to project manage and delegate where appropriate
- Ability to identify and drive training and education improvement
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Aptitudes
Essential
- Passion for clinical vascular science training and its value to patients health
- Motivational and non-judgmental, working within an ethical framework
- Enthusiasm for continual staff and service development
- Empathy and patience to sensitively manage individual and team difficulties
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
