3997 - Assistant Practitioner SLT/Dietetics

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Assistant Practioner to work jointly within the Nutrition and Dietetics (N&D) and Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Oncology team. The role will be based at Barnsley Hospital.

The post holder will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team consisting of Dietitians, Speech and Language Therapists, Nurses and Doctors, to provide holistic care to patients across the cancer pathway. The post will cover mainly GI cancers and lung cancers and some work with patients who have a diagnosis of head & neck, working with speech therapy.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working in a clinical setting, with excellent communication skills and a real desire to support patients as they go through their treatment journey. They will be responsible for planning and prioritising their own day; within the allocated workload and resources and will hold their own caseload and have their own clinics.

We offer clinical supervision, staff support, professional development opportunities within a supportive working environment. Excellent training facilities are available within the Trust. Barnsley is located within easy access to the major cities of Sheffield and Leeds, and also benefits from bordering on the scenic Yorkshire Dales and Peak District National Park.

Main duties of the job

To provide therapy interventions and implement programmes of care for lung, GI and Head & Neck cancer

To take action relative to a patients health and care needs when needing speech and language therapy and dietetic intervention before, during and after their cancer treatment for nutrition support, gastrostomy tube management and communication.

To work across the cancer pathway to provide rehabilitation therapy focused support for patients about to undergo cancer treatment

To support self-management including patient education and support to manage the consequences of treatment of diet and fluid intake.

To deliver high standards of coordinated, personalised care whilst working as an integral member of the Head and Neck cancer team

To work within the specialist services of Lung, GI (upper and lower GI and Head and Neck Cancer MDTs including Clinical Nurse Specialists, support workers, surgeons, oncologists, Speech and Language Therapists and ward Dietitians promoting effective inter-professional and multi-disciplinary team working within the scope of the role.

To provide support to people at every stage of their cancer journey, this may include signposting them to other services including psychology, cancer care centres, physiotherapy and tissue viability

To contribute to audits and service evaluations, gathering patient feedback assess the effectiveness of care and inform service delivery

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), band 2 and 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

20 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-3997E-08-24

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Foundation degree Health and
Social Care, or equivalent level 5 qualification; plus, A-levels and GCSEs or equivalent(s), including Functional Skills (level 2)
Or as a level 5 apprenticeship, such as the Assistant Practitioner apprenticeship.
Relevant clinical experience eg. cancer pathways, Speech Therapy or Dietetic services.
English and Maths pass grade at GCSE or equivalent examination board eg Functional Skills Level 2 Care Certificate (or studying towards)
Current full driving licence

Desirable

Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST
Level 4 dysphagia competencies, or evidence towards Dietetic competencies.

Experience

Essential

Be able to demonstrate substantial experience working within Speech Therapy or Dietetics.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Understanding of the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace
Understanding of the risk assessment process Understanding of the role of Speech & Language Therapy and/or Dietetics in the assessment and management of nutrition, swallowing and communication problems.
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Able to recognise when guidance and support is required and initiate appropriate escalation processes.

Desirable

Awareness of policies and procedures relevant to own area of practice in cancer services
Has an awareness of legal frameworks and strategies relating to governing cancer and work/employment, including the Equality Act (2010) and Improving Outcomes: A Strategy for Cancer and other national cancer policies
Knowledge of cancer pathways/targets e.g. 62 day target and optimal pathways
Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods.
Awareness and understanding of relevant health and Social Care legislation
Knowledge of cancer, terminology, cancer treatments, interventions and the potential long-term effects
Demonstrates knowledge of equipment available and able to assess and fit where applicable

Values based questions

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Foundation degree Health and
Social Care, or equivalent level 5 qualification; plus, A-levels and GCSEs or equivalent(s), including Functional Skills (level 2)
Or as a level 5 apprenticeship, such as the Assistant Practitioner apprenticeship.
Relevant clinical experience eg. cancer pathways, Speech Therapy or Dietetic services.
English and Maths pass grade at GCSE or equivalent examination board eg Functional Skills Level 2 Care Certificate (or studying towards)
Current full driving licence

Desirable

Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST
Level 4 dysphagia competencies, or evidence towards Dietetic competencies.

Experience

Essential

Be able to demonstrate substantial experience working within Speech Therapy or Dietetics.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Understanding of the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace
Understanding of the risk assessment process Understanding of the role of Speech & Language Therapy and/or Dietetics in the assessment and management of nutrition, swallowing and communication problems.
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Able to recognise when guidance and support is required and initiate appropriate escalation processes.

Desirable

Awareness of policies and procedures relevant to own area of practice in cancer services
Has an awareness of legal frameworks and strategies relating to governing cancer and work/employment, including the Equality Act (2010) and Improving Outcomes: A Strategy for Cancer and other national cancer policies
Knowledge of cancer pathways/targets e.g. 62 day target and optimal pathways
Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods.
Awareness and understanding of relevant health and Social Care legislation
Knowledge of cancer, terminology, cancer treatments, interventions and the potential long-term effects
Demonstrates knowledge of equipment available and able to assess and fit where applicable

Values based questions

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job

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.