Job summary
The post holder will work as part of the Trust's Health, Safety and Security Management team, providing advice and support to the team and to managers and staff across the organisation in order to assist them in fulfilling their statutory duties relating to health, safety and operational management of ligatures in healthcare premises.
Main duties of the job
With a focus on the inpatient ligature risk assessment process and programme, the post holder will be coordinating and undertaking site inspections, participating in the audit process, and working with wards and other relevant departments to deliver effective plans for the reduction of risk and environmental improvements.
In addition to this, the post holder will be expected to influence, develop, and participate in any staff training, policy development or any associated business as required within the wider Health and Safety portfolio including line management responsibilities for relevant staff.
The post holder will also support the preparation of information and documentation for meetings, liaising with other professionals/teams and providing update reports and action plans as required.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than122locations.
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
See attached detailed 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
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed 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
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant experience of working within a ligature risk management and/or health and safety role
- Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge gained through relevant experience
- Evidence of professional development
Desirable
- Training/qualifications/experience of Health & Safety
- Experience of carrying out audit/research
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in working in a Mental Healthcare setting
- Experience of working within an inpatient environment
- Experience of working with all levels of multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience of providing line management supervision/clinical supervision
- Experience of prioritising of own workload
Desirable
- Policy development
- Working knowledge of Trust risk management systems and IT systems
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Risk Management principles including Health & Safety, including patient safety
- Knowledge of computer systems
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and manage own workload without direct supervision.
- Use own initiative requesting support as required
- Ability to receive and communicate complex information effectively, both verbally and in written format
- Ability to work flexibly as an individual and team member
- Work in a fast-paced environment using prioritisation skills, and adapting to changes in deadlines and conflicting demands
- Ability to use analytical and judgement skills considering legislation and policy
- Development and delivery of training to staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant experience of working within a ligature risk management and/or health and safety role
- Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge gained through relevant experience
- Evidence of professional development
Desirable
- Training/qualifications/experience of Health & Safety
- Experience of carrying out audit/research
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in working in a Mental Healthcare setting
- Experience of working within an inpatient environment
- Experience of working with all levels of multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience of providing line management supervision/clinical supervision
- Experience of prioritising of own workload
Desirable
- Policy development
- Working knowledge of Trust risk management systems and IT systems
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Risk Management principles including Health & Safety, including patient safety
- Knowledge of computer systems
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and manage own workload without direct supervision.
- Use own initiative requesting support as required
- Ability to receive and communicate complex information effectively, both verbally and in written format
- Ability to work flexibly as an individual and team member
- Work in a fast-paced environment using prioritisation skills, and adapting to changes in deadlines and conflicting demands
- Ability to use analytical and judgement skills considering legislation and policy
- Development and delivery of training to staff
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).
