Job summary
Health Care professionals (HCP) work closely with the people who use our services, families, friends and carers and play an important contribution in how people experience our services.
You are expected to have a key leadership role, acting as a role model for others. They will communicate and maintain excellent working relationships with all those that use, commission and work within the services delivered. They will undertake direct clinical work for a minimum 60% of their time
HCPs are responsible for ensuring that the team provides effective care planning which meets professional standards and is in collaboration with their services users and carers. They facilitate reflection on the service delivery and identification of quality improvement work.
Main duties of the job
HCPs are expected to be kind and responsive but professional, informative and contribute to the quality of the services provided within the community team across the health economy by:Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating holistic care in relation to care planning/pathwaysDeveloping integrated care programmes in partnership with service users, commissioners and key stakeholders.
About us
One of the largest community NHS trusts in the UK, KCHFT are rated 'outstanding' by the CQC. We've got a passion for delivering high standards of care to patients and deliver excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values Compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, which leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. So, all our colleagues have equal access to career opportunities.
Flexibility is another way we do this. In the NHS, we're reminded every day how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement without having to sacrifice time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
Looking for professional development? We can support that too! Our career pathways will help you achieve your aspirations
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 31st January.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 31st January.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered health care professional (NMC or HCPC registration) / minimum of 5 years of experience in Acute / Urgent Care service at band 7Health Care related degree and evidence of relevant post graduate development at Level 7 Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice Practice Assessor Mentorship, Extended Clinical Assessment Skills Clinical Consultation Skills,
Desirable
- Coaching, qualification Master level study or working towards Leadership course Non-medical prescribing;
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in area of practice (Urgent Care) at band 7 Experience of leading and managing teams Experience and evidence of involvement in developing policy and service improvement plans with practical experience of change management. Experience and evidence of supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) at band 7 level.
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ Clinical software systems i.e. Symphony / EMIS
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
Essential
- Evidence of understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to the Urgent and Emergency Care (UEC) setting and its application across health care services Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation into clinical practice within the last 12 months Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries including statutory organisations, external agencies, community and voluntary organisations
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Ability to effectively prioritise workload / demands and work under pressure to meet deadlines Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups Strong influencing and negotiating skills Highly developed facilitation skills
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice. Ability to manage and lead change Ability to work under pressure Flexible and adaptable Evidence of effective use of NHS framework - values in to action professional behaviours
ABILITY TO MANAGE
Essential
- Ability to manage own time effectively.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered health care professional (NMC or HCPC registration) / minimum of 5 years of experience in Acute / Urgent Care service at band 7Health Care related degree and evidence of relevant post graduate development at Level 7 Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice Practice Assessor Mentorship, Extended Clinical Assessment Skills Clinical Consultation Skills,
Desirable
- Coaching, qualification Master level study or working towards Leadership course Non-medical prescribing;
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in area of practice (Urgent Care) at band 7 Experience of leading and managing teams Experience and evidence of involvement in developing policy and service improvement plans with practical experience of change management. Experience and evidence of supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) at band 7 level.
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ Clinical software systems i.e. Symphony / EMIS
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
Essential
- Evidence of understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to the Urgent and Emergency Care (UEC) setting and its application across health care services Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation into clinical practice within the last 12 months Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries including statutory organisations, external agencies, community and voluntary organisations
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Ability to effectively prioritise workload / demands and work under pressure to meet deadlines Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups Strong influencing and negotiating skills Highly developed facilitation skills
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice. Ability to manage and lead change Ability to work under pressure Flexible and adaptable Evidence of effective use of NHS framework - values in to action professional behaviours
ABILITY TO MANAGE
Essential
- Ability to manage own time effectively.
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).
