Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Practice
Educator to work across both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy at BHNFT on a 12 months secondment/fixed term contract.
The Practice Educator role is
designed to influence the quality of the clinical environment by providing
support, educational input and development activities for both registered and
unregistered healthcare staff and students on pre-registration training
programs.
The role aims to enhance the quality
of practice and positively contribute to the current and future healthcare
professional workforce through providing department specific education and
training, and expanding the knowledge base of clinical staff within the
department. The post holder will work in
close co-operation with all members of the Multi-disciplinary team.
As part of this role the educator
will expect to also work clinically in Occupational Therapy to support the
service and maintain and develop clinical skills.
Please see the attached documents for further information and feel free to circulate to colleagues
who may be interested.
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
The interview date for this role is 10th April.
Work incollaboration
with the Service Managers and individual Clinical Team Leaders for Occupational
Therapy and Physiotherapy.
Participate in the development of clinical skills
across the Trust in line with the standards and recommendations.
Promote evidence-based practice within Occupational
Therapy and Physiotherapy and promote an effective learning environment.
Develop, implement and deliver department specific
skills training programme, including therapy specific induction
programmes.
Develop, deliver and support both structured and
unstructured training and educational sessions.
Support and advise staff in the expansion of clinical
skills and knowledge.
Support and facilitate the competency-based education
package for new clinical staff.
Support the Registered workforce through post
registration study.
Support and signpost the unregistered workforce to
undertake relevant training and development within their scope of role.
Support the unregistered workforce in progression to
Assistant Practitioner and Registered Professionals roles.
Forge and maintain links with the
various academic establishments involved in Occupational Therapy and
Physiotherapy education.
Maintain links, and work in co-operation
with the training and development department.
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 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
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
Experience
Essential
- Substantial and relevant post-registration experience
- Experience of providing mentorship / practice supervision / assessment to learners in practice
- Experience of working within teams
- Experience of supporting induction processes.
Desirable
- Experience of clinical audit and research
- Experience in delivering training packages
- Moving and handling key trainer accreditation or a willingness to work towards
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Sound knowledge and application of current best practice in Occupational Therapy
- Sound working knowledge of Medical, Orthopaedic and Surgical conditions and the impact on occupational health and function
- Demonstrates evidence of understanding and application of CPD requirements outlined by the HCPC
- Understanding of apprenticeship frameworks including application of knowledge skills and behavior standards.
- Sound knowledge of discharge processes and the role of the OT/PT in this process as part of the wider MDT.
Desirable
- Knowledge of current issues affecting education in healthcare, including quality monitoring issues
- Understanding of current OT and where AHPs fit into the NHS Plan, or an ability to develop this
- Understanding of NHS direction
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 a situation where you have demonstrated respect for your colleagues/patients in a difficult or sensitive situation.
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current Health Professions Council registration
- COT Accredited APPLE Clinical Fieldwork Educator qualification, or working towards
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development (CPD portfolio), post graduate study
Desirable
- Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists
- UK driving license
- Completion of recruitment and selection training or willingness to work towards.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to teach in a variety of settings.
- Ability to plan educational training programmes.
- Ability to manage change.
- Ability to work effectively both as a team member and individually.
- Ability to deliver set objectives.
- Good negotiating skills.
- Good time management, planning and organisational skills.
- Ability and willingness to work flexibly within the duty rota system.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial and relevant post-registration experience
- Experience of providing mentorship / practice supervision / assessment to learners in practice
- Experience of working within teams
- Experience of supporting induction processes.
Desirable
- Experience of clinical audit and research
- Experience in delivering training packages
- Moving and handling key trainer accreditation or a willingness to work towards
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Sound knowledge and application of current best practice in Occupational Therapy
- Sound working knowledge of Medical, Orthopaedic and Surgical conditions and the impact on occupational health and function
- Demonstrates evidence of understanding and application of CPD requirements outlined by the HCPC
- Understanding of apprenticeship frameworks including application of knowledge skills and behavior standards.
- Sound knowledge of discharge processes and the role of the OT/PT in this process as part of the wider MDT.
Desirable
- Knowledge of current issues affecting education in healthcare, including quality monitoring issues
- Understanding of current OT and where AHPs fit into the NHS Plan, or an ability to develop this
- Understanding of NHS direction
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 a situation where you have demonstrated respect for your colleagues/patients in a difficult or sensitive situation.
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current Health Professions Council registration
- COT Accredited APPLE Clinical Fieldwork Educator qualification, or working towards
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development (CPD portfolio), post graduate study
Desirable
- Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists
- UK driving license
- Completion of recruitment and selection training or willingness to work towards.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to teach in a variety of settings.
- Ability to plan educational training programmes.
- Ability to manage change.
- Ability to work effectively both as a team member and individually.
- Ability to deliver set objectives.
- Good negotiating skills.
- Good time management, planning and organisational skills.
- Ability and willingness to work flexibly within the duty rota system.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
