Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Experience of working in a community setting is desirable.

Please also note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants experience relevant to this post. The banding of the successful applicant/s will start at Band 6 unless applicants meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 7.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with Valid NMC registration or Health Care Professional and registered with HCPC with relevant clinical experience (Band 6 & 7)
• Willing and able to successfully complete a full Masters in Advanced Clinical Practice - which may be via the apprenticeship route (Band 6 & 7)
• Advanced life support qualification (ALS/ILS) or willingness to undertake (Band 6 & 7)
• Must be able to provide written evidence of GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above (or equivalence) at the time of interview (apprenticeship requirement) (Band 6)
• Honours degree recognised in the UK at 2.2 or above in a related health care subject, or an equivalent qualification (HEI requirement) (Band 6)
• Advanced Physical Assessment module, Non-Medical Prescribing (if part of proposed role) (Band 7)
• Advanced life support qualification (ALS/ILS) or willingness to undertake and successfully complete (Band 6 & 7)
• Post Graduate qualification in Advanced Practice (Band 7)
• Evidence of relevant continuous professional development (Band 6 & 7)

Desirable

• Recognised Teaching & Assessment Qualification or equivalent experience (Band 6 & 7)
• Recognised Leadership Award/qualification or equivalent experience (Band 6 & 7)
• Post Graduate qualification in Advanced Practice (Band 6)
• Advanced Physical Assessment module, Non-Medical Prescribing (if part of proposed role) (Band 6)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of delivering training / education to others (Band 6 & 7)
• Significant post registration experience (HEI requirement) with Relevant setting (ie community / primary care / geriatric / frailty) (Band 6)
• Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working (Band 6)
• Experience of working in an extended role with experience of autonomous practice (Band 7)
• Evidence of portfolio of practice and sign off of competence (Band 7)

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking service improvement activity (Band 6 & 7)
• Evidence of contribution to audit and research programs (Band 6 & 7)
• Experience of training, supervising and assessing competence of junior colleagues (medical staff / ACP's / NMAHPs) (Band 7)
• Clinical / managerial leadership experience, including line management of staff, e.g., sickness/absence, recruitment/selection (Band 6 & 7)
• Experience of working in an extended role with experience of autonomous practice(Band 6)

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Able to analyse and synthesise patient information to formulate appropriate diagnoses and management plans (Band 7)
• High standard of written and verbal communication - able to present and receive complex information and communicate effectively with all grades of staff and patients / families (Band 6 & 7)
• Can prioritise and manage own workload and support junior personnel in managing theirs when faced with conflicting pressures (Band 6 & 7)
• Ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations (Band 6 & 7)
• Demonstrates ability to work/learn self- directed (Band 6)
• In depth knowledge of pathophysiology of common conditions seen in the speciality and their management (Band 7)

Desirable

• Effective leadership, negotiation and reasoning skills with the ability to influence, coach and motivate others (Band 7)
• Knowledge and experience of bespoke advanced practice appraisal processes e.g., Practitioner E-Portfolio & CASP" (Band 7)
• Excellent presentation skills (Band 6 & 7)
• In depth knowledge of pathophysiology of common conditions seen in the speciality and their management (Band 6)
• Ability to order and interpret appropriate clinical investigations (Band 6)
• Study of therapeutics/diagnostics (Band 6)
• Able to analyse and synthesise patient information to formulate appropriate diagnoses and management plans (Band 6)
• Effective leadership, negotiation and reasoning skills with the ability to influence, coach and motivate others (Band 6)

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships (Band 6 & 7)
• Self-motivated and able to work independently. (Band 6 & 7)
• Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts (Band 6 & 7)
• Patient focussed with a 'can do' attitude (Band 6 & 7)
• Commitment to staff development and training (Band 6 & 7)
• Flexible in order to meet the needs of the service (Band 6 & 7)
• Competent and confident approach to practice with ability to work under pressure (Band 6 & 7)
• Driving license and access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes (Band 6)

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Community ACP Team (Citywide)

Lightwood Lane

Sheffield

S8 8BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Additional information

The role is community based and requires regular travel across Sheffield, including visits to patients' homes, care homes, community settings and acute hospital sites. The postholder will play a key role in establishing and shaping the future direction of this new specialist service.

Join us and help create a pioneering community service that improves outcomes, enhances safety and supports independence for people living with tracheostomies and complex airway needs across Sheffield.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Registered Physiotherapist (HCPC).
• Degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• Evidence of relevant postgraduate study.
• Evidence of specialist training in tracheostomy care.
• Teaching and assessment qualification or willingness to undertake.

Desirable

• Master's level study or equivalent.
• Independent Prescribing qualification.
• Leadership or management qualification.
• Advanced Clinical Assessment qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience at Band 6 or above.
• Experience caring for patients with tracheostomies and complex airway needs.
• Experience working in critical care, respiratory, ENT, or neurorehabilitation.
• Experience of discharge planning and multidisciplinary working.
• Evidence of service development and quality improvement.
• Experience undertaking tracheostomy tube changes.
• Audit and research experience.

Desirable

• Experience working in community services.
• Experience in community-based tracheostomy services.
• Experience of project management.

Skills

Essential

• Advanced knowledge of tracheostomy management.
• Knowledge of NTSP guidance and best practice.
• Understanding of respiratory physiology and secretion management.
• Understanding of safeguarding, governance and risk management.
• Knowledge of community healthcare systems and integrated care pathways.
• Advanced clinical assessment skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of long-term ventilation pathways.
• Knowledge of community equipment and consumables commissioning arrangements.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to document and record accurately in line with national standards
• Familiar with and able to operate necessary IT software packages e.g. MS Word, Excel, email
• High level of initiative
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and team working skills
• Car owner/driver

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lightwood House

1 Lightwood Lane

Sheffield

S8 8BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• NMC registered midwife with a minimum of BSc in Midwifery Studies in the UK, due to qualify in 2026 and not already employed as a midwife within the NHS

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of evidence based and reflective practice
• Knowledge and experience of obstetric emergency situations
• Commitment to fundamental midwifery care and supporting personalisation and choice for all women and birthing people

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Evidence of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals

Herries Road

Sheffield

S5 7AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)