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Learning Disability Liaison Nurse - Adults

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Job summary

Join our friendly team as a Learning Disability Liaison Nurse - Adults within the Integrated Primary and Community Care Group on the beautiful Isle of Man.

Main duties of the job

The key purpose and underlying principle of this role is to facilitate access and develop pathways to mainstream health and care services for adults with a learning disability. This is an autonomous role within a multi-disciplinary team where you will be working with GPs, partner organisations, secondary care and the community teams to identify gaps in service provision and to support the development of new and existing services regarding the care, support and management of adults with learning disabilities.

About us

By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.

Details

Date posted

12 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£44,249 to £57,698 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-018683

Job locations

Crookall House

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM4 4TE


Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

 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. To find out more about our relocation package click here.

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!

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

 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. To find out more about our relocation package click here.

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!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current entry on NMC register learning disabilities.
  • Degree in relevant area.
  • Please download the Job Description and Person Specification to see full details of the skills, experience and attributes required for this role.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current entry on NMC register learning disabilities.
  • Degree in relevant area.
  • Please download the Job Description and Person Specification to see full details of the skills, experience and attributes required for this 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Crookall House

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM4 4TE


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Crookall House

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM4 4TE


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Social Care

Jonathan Carey

Jonathan.Carey@gov.im

Details

Date posted

12 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£44,249 to £57,698 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-018683

Job locations

Crookall House

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM4 4TE


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