Job summary
We are seeking an exceptional individuals with either a background in mental health/general/learning disability or midwifery or with social work experience, to support the expansion of the clinical vulnerabilities team at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The postholder will play a pivotal role in the care and support of individuals who may be at risk of abuse, in addition to supporting the overarching strategy to facilitate a trauma informed approach within the organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity, to work in a new and developing service, working closely with the Director of Nursing for Safeguarding and Vulnerable people, our newly appointed Lead Nurse for Vulnerabilities, Associate Director of Nursing for Mental Health and other senior safeguarding/vulnerability leads, the postholder will collaborate closely with operational teams and support the delivery of a coherent trauma informed vulnerabilities service across all sites within the Trust.
This post represents an excellent opportunity for an expert clinical and professional practitioner to work collaboratively and innovatively with colleagues from within the Trust, local authority and other external stakeholders and agencies to coordinate care and support.
Main duties of the job
This post represents an excellent opportunity for an expert clinical and professional practitioner to work collaboratively and innovatively with colleagues from within the Trust, local authority and other external stakeholders and agencies to coordinate care and support.
The successful post holder will possess excellent communication and leadership skills and the ability to make judgements on and to manage a complex case load. This is a very exciting time to be joining the team and to have a positive impact on the overall experience and outcomes of care for our most vulnerable patients in a complex and thriving Trust.
The Trust 5-year strategy-Strong Roots and Global Reach sets out our vision to be BOLD. Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in research, innovation and education, Diversity, equality and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.
The post holder will work closely with a very committed vulnerability service and safeguarding team, supported by visible and credible leadership and a dedicated Director of Nursing for Vulnerable People. We are looking for someone who is unwavering in their desire and commitment to providing the very best care and who can truly demonstrate the King's values in their interactions with both colleagues and patients.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To support the ongoing development of the vulnerability service, ensuring all services are responsive, innovative, and provided to the highest possible standards, reducing any variation in quality
- To provide support and advice to staff in clinical areas providing care, in relation to all aspects of vulnerability, in collaboration with senior subject matter experts, support the advocacy service provided by the clinical vulnerabilities team. Work collaboratively with key partners and stakeholders in the implementation of pathway improvements for patients at increased risk of vulnerability
- To support in the delivery of specific projects and programmes, engaging with stakeholders and clinical colleagues. Projects will relate to specific area of expertise, however, may also relate to any aspect of vulnerability within the portfolio (including but not limited to, violence reduction and restrictive practice, trauma informed care, mental health, safeguarding, social work, end of life care
- To identify issues and problem solve, support the implementation of lasting solutions in conjunction with clinical colleagues and other teams across safeguarding, vulnerability and mental health provider
- Support with the assessment and implementation of trauma informed approaches across the Trust, in line with National Guidance and provide expert nursing advice and support across the organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To support the ongoing development of the vulnerability service, ensuring all services are responsive, innovative, and provided to the highest possible standards, reducing any variation in quality
- To provide support and advice to staff in clinical areas providing care, in relation to all aspects of vulnerability, in collaboration with senior subject matter experts, support the advocacy service provided by the clinical vulnerabilities team. Work collaboratively with key partners and stakeholders in the implementation of pathway improvements for patients at increased risk of vulnerability
- To support in the delivery of specific projects and programmes, engaging with stakeholders and clinical colleagues. Projects will relate to specific area of expertise, however, may also relate to any aspect of vulnerability within the portfolio (including but not limited to, violence reduction and restrictive practice, trauma informed care, mental health, safeguarding, social work, end of life care
- To identify issues and problem solve, support the implementation of lasting solutions in conjunction with clinical colleagues and other teams across safeguarding, vulnerability and mental health provider
- Support with the assessment and implementation of trauma informed approaches across the Trust, in line with National Guidance and provide expert nursing advice and support across the organisation.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse/Midwife or Registration with Social Work England
- Advanced qualification relevant to area of practice
- Masters level qualification or evidence of post graduate study/willingness to work towards Masters.
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Independent working/experience of managing own caseload
- Extensive experience of working within a hospital setting in the field of mental health, learning disabilities, safeguarding or social work.
- Good knowledge of Safeguarding Adults and Children's practice
- Experience in caring for patients and families with physical/long term health conditions, and mental health conditions
- Experience in working with people at risk of abuse or experiencing abuse
- A working knowledge of relevant legislation including Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act 1998, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2007, Care Act 2014, Modern Slavery Act 2015 and Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015
Desirable
- Insight into budgetary management and ability to demonstrate the need to manage a budget within financial limit, including reducing costs, monitoring, and determining corrective actions.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- An ability to form effective working relationships with patients and their families and to engage in safety planning, risk management.
- Ability to evaluate complex psychosocial needs of patients and those close to them
- Ability to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive and contentious information, both verbally and written
- To have experience in the delivery of duty systems and work autonomously, based on risk, through effective triage and decision making
- IT skills, for database and recording of activity
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse/Midwife or Registration with Social Work England
- Advanced qualification relevant to area of practice
- Masters level qualification or evidence of post graduate study/willingness to work towards Masters.
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Independent working/experience of managing own caseload
- Extensive experience of working within a hospital setting in the field of mental health, learning disabilities, safeguarding or social work.
- Good knowledge of Safeguarding Adults and Children's practice
- Experience in caring for patients and families with physical/long term health conditions, and mental health conditions
- Experience in working with people at risk of abuse or experiencing abuse
- A working knowledge of relevant legislation including Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act 1998, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2007, Care Act 2014, Modern Slavery Act 2015 and Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015
Desirable
- Insight into budgetary management and ability to demonstrate the need to manage a budget within financial limit, including reducing costs, monitoring, and determining corrective actions.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- An ability to form effective working relationships with patients and their families and to engage in safety planning, risk management.
- Ability to evaluate complex psychosocial needs of patients and those close to them
- Ability to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive and contentious information, both verbally and written
- To have experience in the delivery of duty systems and work autonomously, based on risk, through effective triage and decision making
- IT skills, for database and recording of activity
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.
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).
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.
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
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Denmark Hill
Camberwell
SE59RS
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
