Job summary
37.5 Hours Per Week
We are currently seeking a motivated and dynamic individual
to join our nursing team as a Clinical Team Leader on our Older Adult ward in
Kirklees, known as Ward 19.
Ward 19 is a split gender ward based at The Priestley Unit,
Dewsbury & District Hospital and is for the assessment and treatment of any
form of mental health condition for service users usually over the age of 65
years.
This post is based on the male populated ward, however there may be
occasions where cross working is needed on our female ward. Our
multi-disciplinary ward team also comprises Occupational Therapists,
Physiotherapy, a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist and Consultant Psychologist.
You will be joining our other Clinical Team Leaders in
showing clinical leadership and supporting our junior staff to provide the
highest standard of inpatient assessment, treatment, and care in a safe,
therapeutic, and least restrictive environment as possible.
In turn you will be well supported and encouraged to develop
your own clinical competencies within a stimulating learning environment. We
encourage you to learn, develop and grow.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
All employees of the Trust are strongly
encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
Main duties of the job
What matters to us is your passion, commitment, and
determination to succeed. You will have excellent communication skills, a
commitment to working flexibly and be happy to participate in the internal 24
hours, 7 day a week rota to meet the needs of people who use our services.
You will need to be passionate about improving the quality
of care and support we deliver. You will have an interest in developing
supportive networks and be able to demonstrate energy, drive, and enthusiasm.
You will be thoughtful and resilient in the way you care for our service users
in a busy mental health setting with exciting challenges.
If you have the necessary skills and qualities to help us to
put our service users first then please contact Janice Bryson, Ward Manager
on 07768 873991 or by email to Janice.bryson@swyt.nhs.uk for an informal
discussion or visit.
We are aware that an increasing number
of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job
application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated
content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting
candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your
application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This
job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The post holder will be required to undertake
other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the
post holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
To work closely with
the Ward Manager to provide strong clinical and managerial leadership to the
nursing team.
To demonstrate a
commitment to the philosophy of acute services and the local service provision.
To be responsible and
accountable for the high quality standards within the work of the team.
To actively work as an
effective member of the team.
To utilise excellent
core nursing/specialist skills.
To act as a positive
and professional role model for junior staff and other colleagues at all times.
To oversee and support
junior members of staff in implementing planned treatment and care.
To support the Ward
Manager in carrying out his/her duties.
To act up in the
absence of the ward manager and communicate fully with the ward manager upon
their return.
The service operates
365 days/year twenty four hours per day.
To work flexibly to cover shifts to provide a 365 day
per year service.
Co-ordinate and lead the team to make effective use of
team skills to provide the best possible standards of care and treatment /
interventions.
To prioritise work load in keeping with the team and
service objectives.
To support the Primary Nurses in raising issues or
challenging opinion in complex cases.
To support and empower colleagues to problem solve
effectively.
To actively participate and contribute to service
users reviews, ward rounds, meetings.
To provide supervision to ensure that high quality
care plans are developed and implemented.
To ensure that the ward manager is fully appraised of
issues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This
job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The post holder will be required to undertake
other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the
post holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
To work closely with
the Ward Manager to provide strong clinical and managerial leadership to the
nursing team.
To demonstrate a
commitment to the philosophy of acute services and the local service provision.
To be responsible and
accountable for the high quality standards within the work of the team.
To actively work as an
effective member of the team.
To utilise excellent
core nursing/specialist skills.
To act as a positive
and professional role model for junior staff and other colleagues at all times.
To oversee and support
junior members of staff in implementing planned treatment and care.
To support the Ward
Manager in carrying out his/her duties.
To act up in the
absence of the ward manager and communicate fully with the ward manager upon
their return.
The service operates
365 days/year twenty four hours per day.
To work flexibly to cover shifts to provide a 365 day
per year service.
Co-ordinate and lead the team to make effective use of
team skills to provide the best possible standards of care and treatment /
interventions.
To prioritise work load in keeping with the team and
service objectives.
To support the Primary Nurses in raising issues or
challenging opinion in complex cases.
To support and empower colleagues to problem solve
effectively.
To actively participate and contribute to service
users reviews, ward rounds, meetings.
To provide supervision to ensure that high quality
care plans are developed and implemented.
To ensure that the ward manager is fully appraised of
issues.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Clear demonstrable evidence of post -Qualification and training.
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Desirable
- NVQ assessor.
- PSI.
- Leadership course.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
-
- Must be able to work flexible shifts over 24/7 span.
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN. Diploma in Nursing.
- Willingness to undertake education to degree level.
Desirable
- Clinical supervision qualification.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Reflective and considered approach to problem solving.
- Can act on own initiative.
- Can inspire confidence in colleagues and other professional.
- Can deal with conflict diplomatically.
- Demonstrates respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each service user.
- Sensitive to the needs of people from minority ethnic and religious groups.
- Responds to the learning needs of students and other colleagues.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good co-ordination skills. Commitment to multi-disciplinary decision making.
- Excellent assessment skills.
- Excellent engagement skills.
- Skills to de-escalate difficult situations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of mental health act. Able to assess and manage risk positively.
- Calm & confident manner.
- Clear knowledge of Trusts policies & procedures.
- Awareness of modernisation agenda.
- Leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a way that promotes a culture of learning and change.
Desirable
- Undertaken study in patient interventions/assessment.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Acute in-patient setting.
Desirable
- Experience in similar areas of mental health.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Clear demonstrable evidence of post -Qualification and training.
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
Desirable
- NVQ assessor.
- PSI.
- Leadership course.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
-
- Must be able to work flexible shifts over 24/7 span.
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN. Diploma in Nursing.
- Willingness to undertake education to degree level.
Desirable
- Clinical supervision qualification.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Reflective and considered approach to problem solving.
- Can act on own initiative.
- Can inspire confidence in colleagues and other professional.
- Can deal with conflict diplomatically.
- Demonstrates respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each service user.
- Sensitive to the needs of people from minority ethnic and religious groups.
- Responds to the learning needs of students and other colleagues.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good co-ordination skills. Commitment to multi-disciplinary decision making.
- Excellent assessment skills.
- Excellent engagement skills.
- Skills to de-escalate difficult situations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of mental health act. Able to assess and manage risk positively.
- Calm & confident manner.
- Clear knowledge of Trusts policies & procedures.
- Awareness of modernisation agenda.
- Leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a way that promotes a culture of learning and change.
Desirable
- Undertaken study in patient interventions/assessment.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Acute in-patient setting.
Desirable
- Experience in similar areas of mental health.
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).
