Job summary
This is an exciting developmental opportunity for an experienced learning disability Matron. The successful applicant will be working in the community, within an integrated team in the West Kent locality. (potential for base preference can be discussed - Montague House, TN1 1EZ or Worrall House, ME19 4AE).
You will work amongst a range of multidisciplinary professionals including Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy, a Specialist Vision and Hearing Team, Social Workers, MHLD nurses and Psychology and Psychiatry.
Main duties of the job
You will be actively involved in promoting the individuals independence and understanding of their health needs, working to reduce health inequalities and implementing reasonable adjustments. You will have the opportunity to further your skills and knowledge in many areas including end of life care, dementia, sexual health, behaviour, complex care, transition and desensitisation.
About us
We have a passion for delivering high standards of care to patients who are recovering from illness, in need of rehabilitation, or extra support to get them home. We are one of the largest community NHS trusts in the UK, and we are rated outstanding by the CQC.
To deliver excellent local services and improve the health of our communities we need outstanding people who share our values (CARE):
- Compassionate
- Aspirational
- Responsive
- Excellent
Working for KCHFT wont mean sacrificing family, friends or interests. Join us and work flexibly, in a way that suits you and your commitments outside work.
Looking for professional development? We can support that too! Our career pathways will help you achieve your aspirations.
KCHFT is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, as we know that this leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. So, all our colleagues have equal access to career opportunities and are treated fairly.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The attached job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place virtually on the 15th October 2021.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Job description
Job responsibilities
The attached job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place virtually on the 15th October 2021.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered health care professional (NMC or HCPC registration ) / minimum of 3 years of experience in health improvement environment
- Health related degree and evidence of relevant post graduate development at Level 6
- Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice
- Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
Desirable
- PTLLS/DTLLS, PGCE or Certificate in Education
- Working towards Master level study
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in area of practice
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Experience of developing policy and service development plans with practical experience of change management.
- Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex cases
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (Easy pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ RIO)
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
- Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months
- Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries including statutory organisations, external agencies, community and voluntary organisations
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor ) experience
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills, highly developed facilitation skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
- Ability to manage and lead change
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.
- Ability to manage own time effectively.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered health care professional (NMC or HCPC registration ) / minimum of 3 years of experience in health improvement environment
- Health related degree and evidence of relevant post graduate development at Level 6
- Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice
- Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
Desirable
- PTLLS/DTLLS, PGCE or Certificate in Education
- Working towards Master level study
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in area of practice
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Experience of developing policy and service development plans with practical experience of change management.
- Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex cases
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (Easy pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ RIO)
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
- Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months
- Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries including statutory organisations, external agencies, community and voluntary organisations
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor ) experience
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills, highly developed facilitation skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
- Ability to manage and lead change
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.
- Ability to manage own time effectively.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Montague House or Worrall House
9 Hanover Rd/30 Kings Hill Ave
Tunbridge Wells / Kings Hill
TN1 1EZ
Employer's website
https://www.kentcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
