Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join the GMMH Corporate Safeguarding Team as one of the Trusts Workforce Development Officer.
The post holder will plan, develop, deliver and evaluate training in line with national and local requirements to staff across the whole of GMMH.
Evidence of a recognised training qualification is desirable as well as experience in practice and training of the required subject matter.
Main duties of the job
To review current safeguarding training provision within the Trust
To work with the Corporate Safeguarding Team, Safeguarding local leads and Learning and Development in order to devise, deliver and evaluate training/development programmes and record training compliance
To support and deliver on the safeguarding training strategy that is in place that is in line with national and local expectations and delivered within the organization and ensure the Trust carries out its duties with respect to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults
To promote effective practice, through training, that enables staff to identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
To undertake safeguarding audits and reflect on the areas in the trust that need further development or have different training needs.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Please note, Interviews for this post will be offered on a face to face basis only
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Please note, Interviews for this post will be offered on a face to face basis only
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered practitioner e.g. RMN, RGN, Social Work or equivalent qualification or experience
Desirable
- Teaching/ training qualification (or equivalent experience), including "train the trainer"
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within mental health/ substance misuse services/safeguarding
- Safeguarding teaching experience
Desirable
- Clinical supervision experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Public Health The National agenda for the NHS Clinical Governance Relevant Law, policy and practice including the Care Act 2014
Desirable
- Prevent Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Child sexual exploitation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered practitioner e.g. RMN, RGN, Social Work or equivalent qualification or experience
Desirable
- Teaching/ training qualification (or equivalent experience), including "train the trainer"
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within mental health/ substance misuse services/safeguarding
- Safeguarding teaching experience
Desirable
- Clinical supervision experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Public Health The National agenda for the NHS Clinical Governance Relevant Law, policy and practice including the Care Act 2014
Desirable
- Prevent Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Child sexual exploitation
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).
