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University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Senior Physical Interventions Facilitator

The closing date is 30 June 2025

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Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team to develop and deliver a Physical Intervention Training programme within the Acute setting, as well as supporting staff build packages of care for our service users who display challenging behaviour.

The successful applicant must be a GSA Accredited Grade A or equivalent qualification and experience of working in clinical settings to ensure the highest possible standards that are service user focused.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

To act as one of a team of Physical Interventions Trainers within UHPNT.The role will be expected to develop and deliver a range of training courses, both theory and practical which meet both organisational and external client requirements for safeguarding of service users and staff within those organisations.The trainer will support the development and delivery of training packages to a wide range of internal and external staff groups, from both adult and paediatric nursing/care/theatre environments.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-AM-A7267597

Job locations

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Assist Physical Interventions Training Lead in the design and delivery of conflict-de- escalation, breakaway and physical interventions training to an appropriate level consistent with DoH recommendations, statutory requirements, Trust standards, and external client requirements.

2. Deliver a range of Physical Interventions trainings and conflict resolution courses, bespoke where appropriate to staff needs/external client requirements, as set out by the Physical Interventions Training lead.

3. To provide expert advice to clinical staff across all specialties with regard to conflict de- escalation and physical interventions.

4. Will be the specialist lead for Conflict De-escalation, Breakaway /Self Protection ligature, Lone Working and searching of persons and property training.

5. To line manage band 5 Physical Interventions trainer if post developed.

6. Ensure that all Physical Interventions training is delivered in a safe and effective manner in accordance with Trust training needs, policies , national guidance, and trainer training provider requirements/standards, and that training venues are risk assessed, and that the risk assessments are up to date, prior to commencement of training.

7. Assessment of candidates to ensure where applicable they meet the required standard.

8. Interface with both internal and external candidates acting as an ambassador for Physical Interventions Training Team and the Trust, upholding Trust Values.

9. When appropriate meet both internal and external clients with or without the Physical interventions Training Lead, to design/bespoke course material, methods of delivery.

10. Liaise with the Physical Interventions Training Lead on all aspects of offering guidance, advice and support to Trust employees on training needs in line with Trust Policies and DoH recommendations. To also offer guidance, advice and support to external clients in line with their requirements.

For further details please see attached JD&PS.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Assist Physical Interventions Training Lead in the design and delivery of conflict-de- escalation, breakaway and physical interventions training to an appropriate level consistent with DoH recommendations, statutory requirements, Trust standards, and external client requirements.

2. Deliver a range of Physical Interventions trainings and conflict resolution courses, bespoke where appropriate to staff needs/external client requirements, as set out by the Physical Interventions Training lead.

3. To provide expert advice to clinical staff across all specialties with regard to conflict de- escalation and physical interventions.

4. Will be the specialist lead for Conflict De-escalation, Breakaway /Self Protection ligature, Lone Working and searching of persons and property training.

5. To line manage band 5 Physical Interventions trainer if post developed.

6. Ensure that all Physical Interventions training is delivered in a safe and effective manner in accordance with Trust training needs, policies , national guidance, and trainer training provider requirements/standards, and that training venues are risk assessed, and that the risk assessments are up to date, prior to commencement of training.

7. Assessment of candidates to ensure where applicable they meet the required standard.

8. Interface with both internal and external candidates acting as an ambassador for Physical Interventions Training Team and the Trust, upholding Trust Values.

9. When appropriate meet both internal and external clients with or without the Physical interventions Training Lead, to design/bespoke course material, methods of delivery.

10. Liaise with the Physical Interventions Training Lead on all aspects of offering guidance, advice and support to Trust employees on training needs in line with Trust Policies and DoH recommendations. To also offer guidance, advice and support to external clients in line with their requirements.

For further details please see attached JD&PS.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Proven Physical interventions Train the Trainer Qualification as required by UHP for example GSA Accredited Grade A tutor/NCRGSA Instructors Certificate (this will be undertaken post appointment if candidate does not already possess).
  • Proven evidence of postgraduate education (or demonstrable equivalent experience).
  • Registration for NMC/HCPC

Desirable

  • ENB A74 Train the Trainers course or equivalent.
  • Mentorship module (level 3 or equivalent).
  • BLS/PBLS trained.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience of Working with patients with challenging behaviours/Learning disability (Children & Young People and or Adult).
  • Demonstrate an Understanding of 2005 Mental Capacity Act
  • Working proven knowledge of standard desktop IT packages including Email, calendar, Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel and internet.

Desirable

  • Demonstrate experience of teaching/training/mentoring in small and or large groups.

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work collaboratively.
  • Demonstrable communication skills, written and verbal, ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.

Desirable

  • Demonstrable experience of delivering Personal skills development programmes
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Proven Physical interventions Train the Trainer Qualification as required by UHP for example GSA Accredited Grade A tutor/NCRGSA Instructors Certificate (this will be undertaken post appointment if candidate does not already possess).
  • Proven evidence of postgraduate education (or demonstrable equivalent experience).
  • Registration for NMC/HCPC

Desirable

  • ENB A74 Train the Trainers course or equivalent.
  • Mentorship module (level 3 or equivalent).
  • BLS/PBLS trained.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience of Working with patients with challenging behaviours/Learning disability (Children & Young People and or Adult).
  • Demonstrate an Understanding of 2005 Mental Capacity Act
  • Working proven knowledge of standard desktop IT packages including Email, calendar, Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel and internet.

Desirable

  • Demonstrate experience of teaching/training/mentoring in small and or large groups.

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work collaboratively.
  • Demonstrable communication skills, written and verbal, ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.

Desirable

  • Demonstrable experience of delivering Personal skills development programmes

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).

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.

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Moving and Handling Lead

Piotr Jalowiec

p.jalowiec@nhs.net

01752431965

Details

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-AM-A7267597

Job locations

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


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