Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic registered practitioner (NMC or HCPC), who is already working as a Specialist Screening Practitioner (SSP) to join the Cheshire Bowel Cancer Screening Centre based at Leighton Hospital in the role of Deputy Lead Specialist Screening Practitioner.
The Deputy Lead SSP will support the existing Lead SSP, Clinical Nurse Manager, Clinical Director and Lead Administrator with the management and development of the screening programme, they will also join an established team of SSP's and screening administrators. As such they should have completed the post graduate SSP certification and have experience of managing and supervising staff.
Although the programme offices are based at Leighton Hospital the clinical team cover the whole of Cheshire and as Deputy Lead you would be expected to travel to support the programme at a variety of sites.
We are a busy service and have just completed the final stage of age extension to provide screening to all 50-60 year olds, registered with a GP across Cheshire.
We would encourage any applicants to contact the Lead SSP and/or Clinical Nurse Manager to discuss the role and arrange to visit the centre if possible.
Main duties of the job
The Deputy Lead SSP for the Cheshire BCSP will be responsible for, in liaison with the Lead SSP, the training and development of the SSPs to ensure the provision of specialist, expert knowledge to clinical colleagues, patients and carers/relatives.
The post holder will be able to prioritise their own workload, able to work independently and as part of a multi-professional team, communicate effectively at all levels, influence change and contribute to the further development of the Cheshire BCSP.
The successful applicant will be required to work flexibly with potential for evening and weekend shifts as the service expands.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). The Trust provides high quality planned and emergency care, cardiac, critical care,child health,maternity services and intermediate care at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.The Trust provides over 500 beds and employs over 5,100 members of staff. A comprehensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools through our Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership.
We have played, and continue to play, a proactive role in the development of Integrated Care plans across Cheshire & Merseyside and our local Cheshire East and Cheshire West Place-based systems. We believe, and it is the cornerstone of our five-year Trust Strategy, there is the opportunity to progress innovative, responsive and effective care in the best setting for the patient, be it in the hospital or out in the community.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
We welcome all applicants and assess all job applications based on knowledge, skills and experience needed for the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will play a pivotal role in supporting the BCSP by;
- Working collaboratively with the Programme Hub
- As part of the team, coordinating and providing care from the screening centre to address the needs of individuals arising as a consequence of the screening programme
- To be responsible for the co-ordination of health promotion activities to be delivered to all sections of the society.
- Responsible for day-to-day management of a team of Specialist Screening Practitioners (SSP) in absence of the LSSP and providing clinical leadership.
- Deputising for the Lead SSP as necessary and supporting the Clinical Director (CD), Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM), Lead SSP and Lead Administrator as necessary within the Programme
This list is not exhaustive and full details of the role should be reviewed in Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will play a pivotal role in supporting the BCSP by;
- Working collaboratively with the Programme Hub
- As part of the team, coordinating and providing care from the screening centre to address the needs of individuals arising as a consequence of the screening programme
- To be responsible for the co-ordination of health promotion activities to be delivered to all sections of the society.
- Responsible for day-to-day management of a team of Specialist Screening Practitioners (SSP) in absence of the LSSP and providing clinical leadership.
- Deputising for the Lead SSP as necessary and supporting the Clinical Director (CD), Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM), Lead SSP and Lead Administrator as necessary within the Programme
This list is not exhaustive and full details of the role should be reviewed in Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- A commitment to quality and safety.
- A recognition of the importance of showing respect, dignity and compassion to patients and colleagues.
- Must be willing to take personal responsibility.
- Acts as a role model
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered AHP or Nurse.
- Diploma or equivalent knowledge in related subject(s).
- Post Graduate certificate in specialist screening practice.
- Participated in service innovation / redesign and change management.
- Evidence of personal and professional development.
- Broad range of clinical experience with knowledge & experience within the BCSP speciality.
- Supervision and management of staff in a clinical setting.
- Experience of teaching and assessing in the clinical area
- Minimum of 1 years experience within BCSP
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of service development and implementation of change.
- Ability to communicate unpleasant/sensitive information to patients in a variety of settings.
- Able to influence and overcome resistance through application of advanced communication skills.
- Intermediate IT skills in word processing and spreadsheets
- Able to collate and analyse data and provide written reports.
- Able to manage workload autonomously.
- Able to present information MDT's.
- Knowledge of professional and NHS issues, and policy relating to specialist area.
- Able to perform assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of specialist nursing care.
Person Specification
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- A commitment to quality and safety.
- A recognition of the importance of showing respect, dignity and compassion to patients and colleagues.
- Must be willing to take personal responsibility.
- Acts as a role model
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered AHP or Nurse.
- Diploma or equivalent knowledge in related subject(s).
- Post Graduate certificate in specialist screening practice.
- Participated in service innovation / redesign and change management.
- Evidence of personal and professional development.
- Broad range of clinical experience with knowledge & experience within the BCSP speciality.
- Supervision and management of staff in a clinical setting.
- Experience of teaching and assessing in the clinical area
- Minimum of 1 years experience within BCSP
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of service development and implementation of change.
- Ability to communicate unpleasant/sensitive information to patients in a variety of settings.
- Able to influence and overcome resistance through application of advanced communication skills.
- Intermediate IT skills in word processing and spreadsheets
- Able to collate and analyse data and provide written reports.
- Able to manage workload autonomously.
- Able to present information MDT's.
- Knowledge of professional and NHS issues, and policy relating to specialist area.
- Able to perform assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of specialist nursing care.
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).
