Job summary
Are you a qualified Allied Health Professional who has been out of practice and looking to return to working in the Profession?
Have you had a break from your profession for longer than 2 years? If yes, this is a fantastic opportunity to start your AHP Return to Practice journey at the Northampton General Hospital.
PLEASE NOTE: Those who are registered with the HCPC or studied internationally may not be suitable for the programme.
Return to practice applications are welcomed from the following professions:
- Physiotherapy,
- Occupational Therapy,
- Therapeutic Radiography,
- Diagnostic Radiotherapy
- Operating Department Practitioner.
Return to practice applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis considering, your availability, experience, and time away from practice as well as the capacity of the appropriate department.
Get back to delivering passionate patient care, learn at your pace with a flexible approach
For applicants with greater learning needs and/or more time away from clinical practice, we will provide time to re-acclimates and further educate for the NHS of today.
you will be employed on an honorary contract for a time period from 1 - 6 months, depending on requirements, to allow you to update your skills and knowledge to enable HCPC registration.
Main duties of the job
for details about main duties of the role see specific job descriptions section.
HCPC states the following requirements for clinicians returning to practice:
if you are returning to practice, we need you to update your knowledge and skills as follows.
0 to 2 years out of practice - no requirements please apply directly for above positions
2 to 5 years out of practice - 30 days of updating (210 hours)
5 or more years out of practice - 60 days of updating (420 hours)
In the 'days' requirements above, we consider 1 day to be equivalent to 7.5 hours.
Essential criteria are as follows:
- No HCPC sanctions
- You must have Previous HCPC registration
- AHP Qualification
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
AHPs at NGH
AHP professions are being increasingly recognised as a professional group at NGH for their value and contribution to patient care. Here are some of the developments happening across our professions:
- AHP consultants in radiotherapy
- Apprenticeship opportunities across all professions
- International recruitment
- Introduction of bespoke AHP preceptorship which will be available to newly qualified staff as well as return to practice and international recruits
- AHP leadership forums
- AHP shared decision-making councils
Please see relevant job description's for profession you require.
Contracted hours will be agreed on an individual basis according to service needs and re-registration requirements.
We are interested in hearing from both full and part-time applicants.
Our Return to Practice offering can include clinical supervision, clinical practice, formal CPD and support to complete the application for re-registration with the HCPC.
Please note- this will be in an Honorary Contract (unpaid) position but post placement and HCPC registration exciting and rewarding career opportunities may be available.
Whatever you position we are keen to hear from you to help support you with your Return to practice journey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
AHPs at NGH
AHP professions are being increasingly recognised as a professional group at NGH for their value and contribution to patient care. Here are some of the developments happening across our professions:
- AHP consultants in radiotherapy
- Apprenticeship opportunities across all professions
- International recruitment
- Introduction of bespoke AHP preceptorship which will be available to newly qualified staff as well as return to practice and international recruits
- AHP leadership forums
- AHP shared decision-making councils
Please see relevant job description's for profession you require.
Contracted hours will be agreed on an individual basis according to service needs and re-registration requirements.
We are interested in hearing from both full and part-time applicants.
Our Return to Practice offering can include clinical supervision, clinical practice, formal CPD and support to complete the application for re-registration with the HCPC.
Please note- this will be in an Honorary Contract (unpaid) position but post placement and HCPC registration exciting and rewarding career opportunities may be available.
Whatever you position we are keen to hear from you to help support you with your Return to practice journey.
Person Specification
skills
Essential
- can demonstrate previous experience
- has up to date knowledge of profession
registration
Essential
- previously been registered with HCPC
Key Competencies, Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Work flexibly
- Team work
- Ability to reflect on and analyse positive and negative experiences
Desirable
- Innovative practice
- Abililty to work and make decisions
- Demonstrates resilience
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates a proactive approach to learning
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Has knowledge and experience of working in an acute NHS setting
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in work based learning
- Ability to access knowledge to improve patient care
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma in relevant profession
- Application for HCPC
Person Specification
skills
Essential
- can demonstrate previous experience
- has up to date knowledge of profession
registration
Essential
- previously been registered with HCPC
Key Competencies, Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Work flexibly
- Team work
- Ability to reflect on and analyse positive and negative experiences
Desirable
- Innovative practice
- Abililty to work and make decisions
- Demonstrates resilience
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates a proactive approach to learning
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Has knowledge and experience of working in an acute NHS setting
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in work based learning
- Ability to access knowledge to improve patient care
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma in relevant profession
- Application for HCPC
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).
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).
