Job responsibilities
About the role
Would you like to join the Manx Care Tissue Viability Service? Within this exciting role, you’ll provide leadership and promote excellence in tissue viability to health care professionals across the Isle of Man. You’ll work alongside our current Tissue Viability Service Lead and Team to develop services across Manx Care and organisational boundaries – acute, community and nursing homes.
We are looking for a committed individual who will be accountable to ensure quality, patient focussed care of complex/stalled wounds, prevention and self-care of skin break down and chronic oedema. You will also get the chance to contribute in the development and delivery of educational and training programs for multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, patients and carers.
This is a key position within an innovative Tissue Viability Service delivering a comprehensive service to the residents of the Isle of Man. This post is challenging but rewarding, as you will embrace changes in practice to ensure the provision of services is equitable for the population of the Isle of Man.
A workplace that invests in you
We offer competitive salaries which tend to be higher than UK salaries with annual pay increases for many roles
Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 public holidays
Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements; the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.
Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks
Free on-site car parking
Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners
Take advantage of the excellent opportunities we provide for your professional development, including the many courses we fund including those up to Masters Level
Ability to take an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service
Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment
Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development
Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues
A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment.
Making the Isle of Man your new home
A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover!
You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.
Want to find out more about Island life? Visit www.locate.im to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man!
Working for the Isle of Man Public Service
We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.
We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.
The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.
Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.
Things to note
An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.
Ready to apply?
We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at Lisa.Kelly@gov.im.
We want you to get the best out of your application, so we recommend reading our Important Guidance Notes for Applicants before applying to learn about our recruitment process.
Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.
