Total 4 job vacancies by Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Digital Clinical Systems Trainer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and well-motivated person who is willing to play an integral role in supporting and training Trust staff on Trust applications as part of the Clinical Systems Training Team.

If you believe you have the skills, enthusiasm and ambition to join our team, we would love to hear from you.

The post holder will be responsible for creating digital learning content (Adobe Captivate) and training clinical and non-clinical staff in their own workplace, in a classroom setting and via MS Teams.

Working as a member of the Clinical Informatics Training Team, the post holder will be responsible for creating digital learning content (Adobe Captivate) and training clinical and non-clinical staff in their own workplace, in a classroom setting and via MS Teams.

This will include the planning and organisation of courses, creation and development of training packages and resources. The delivery of training will take place in various environments such as classroom and clinical areas along with other ways as appropriate. Documentation and evaluation of the training provided is a key task. The postholder will receive full training before they are expected to deliver training sessions and will be supported at all times where required.

You will need to have the ability to work as a keen team member and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Having an understanding of clinicians and other health care providers’ roles would be an advantage.

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
• Safety
• Care
• Respect
• Communication
• Learning

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ people & Disabled people.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills,experienceand knowledgerequired. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.


The person specification below is not the full personspecification, butoutlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.



This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

Technical Care Instructor
Band 3 - 37.5 hrs
1 x 12 Month fixed term contract

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 3 member of staff to join our enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team. The candidate will work closely with service users in ways which promote independence, to improve existing skills and to acquire new ones and maintain dignity.

The Integrated Urgent Care Team is a joint health and social care service which is leading on the implementation of ‘Home First’ which is Tameside and Glossop Admission Avoidance and Discharge to Assess Model.

Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated people who have experience of delivering care.

Shifts are carried out over a seven-day rota including weekends and bank holidays, shift patterns are 07:30 - 15:30 or 14:00 -22:00.

Please note that this service is based in the community and travel will be an essential part of the role and access to a vehicle will be essential to carry out the role.

The main purpose of this role is to ensure that safe care is provided to patients within a community setting i.e. an individual’s own home.
The post holder will work within the Integrated Urgent Care Team supporting both qualified and non-qualified nursing, therapy and social work staff in the safe management of patient care. Co-ordinating individualised patient care and quality. Maintaining trust standards in documentation and support audits undertaken in the community.
The post holder will work in the Integrated Urgent Care Team and will support all multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining policies, standards of care, staff and service development within the department/ward environment.

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.


We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
• Safety
• Care
• Respect
• Communication
• Learning


We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.


We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.


Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.


Ensure patient safety is maintained.

Actively promote best practice, ensuring all care is evidence based.

Work closely with service users in ways which promotes independence, to improve existing skills and to acquire new ones and maintain dignity.

Participate in audits of practice, research and clinical effectiveness in accordance with the Divisional audit plan.

Support nursing and therapy procedures and treatments in accordance with approved procedures.

Escalation of any concerns and feeding back progress to Team Leaders.

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous records and ensure records are clear, concise and legible.

Actively assess and manage risk within the immediate area in accordance with Health and Safety.

Develop the skills and knowledge necessary to prevent and control infection.

Works as both a team member and without direct supervision where appropriate.

Show commitment to personal education and professional development, to promote a culture of life long learning.

Safeguard at all times confidentiality of information relating to patients and staff.

Avoid any behaviour which discriminates against your fellow employees, or potential employees on the grounds of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, creed, colour, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.

To behave in a manner which ensures the security of NHS property and resources.

To undertake any other duties which fall within the purview of the post and are commensurate with the level of responsibility

Technical Care Instructor- Community Based:

Undertake personal care tasks including:

Personal hygiene, including washing and bathing.

Dressing/ undressing, including helping to get up and go to bed.

Helping to use the toilet and dealing with continence problems.

Helping with movement

Helping with personal appearance.

Carry out personal exercise programme as directed by professionals

Be professionally responsible for adherence to and abide by Trust policies and procedures.

Assisting service users in taking/using medication.

Working with service users in settings other than their own homes when required by the care plan – e.g Day Care activities, communal activities in sheltered housing.

Be aware of and respond to individuals and carer’s emotional needs and to support people in distress.

Undertake Practical tasks which may include:

Preparing meals in line with dietary needs and requirements.
Shopping and signposting or support with budgeting if required.

Cleaning personal items including spectacles and dentures.

Work through and become competent with all expected aspects of the TCI role.

Deliver and access with equipment, when competant

The post holder may be required to work in other areas in order to ensure business continuity and patient safety is maintained at all times.
This list of duties and responsibilities is by no means exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as required.


This advert closes on Tuesday 17 Sep 2024

A Vacancy at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust.

Therapy Technical Instructor - Stamford Unit - Band 37.5hours per week, Permanent.

There are exciting job opportunities for enthusiastic, experienced, and self-motivated individuals to work as part of our Multidisciplinary Therapy team at the Stamford Unit Intermediate Care Centre in Ashton-Under-Lyne.

The team is committed to supporting personal and professional development.

It is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.

As a Technical Instructor in our Therapy team you will work autonomously under the Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Nursing staff and be responsible for independent assessment of patients including mobility, manual handling plans, personal care, group work, following treatment plans and optimising the independence of our patients in order for them to return safely home.

The successful candidate will have well-established knowledge, experience and clinical skills working with a range of patients. You will be supported by the unit manager to provide leadership to junior MDT members of staff. Experience of working in rehabilitation would be advantageous.

Being a car driver with access to a car for work purposes is desirable for this role.

To assist in the rehabilitation of patients within a care setting by implementing individual treatment programmes/protocols as prescribed by a therapist. To work with indirect supervision, reporting back patient progress and informing therapist of any problems. Assist in the case management, general administration and equipment systems management within the therapy service. To provide leadership and support to junior members of staff including those from different professions.

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
• Safety
• Care
• Respect
• Communication
• Learning

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

SECTION 1- MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
CLINICAL:
Assist the therapists in the rehabilitation of patients using a range of delegated skills.
• Assess and treat patients of lower complex therapy need without direct supervision from a therapist. Complete therapy treatment plans for patients with appropriate and achievable goals.
• Prepare the environment for therapy treatment, ensuring privacy, dignity and safety at all times.
• Develop a therapeutic relationship with patients, enabling them to reach their maximum potential. Promote self-care and independence in achieving therapy goals
• Gain consent and co-operation from patients who may have sensory, physical or intellectual impairment.
• Teach patients new skills, within activities of daily living skills and rehabilitation such as therapy exercises, personal care, washing and dressing and kitchen tasks.
• Complete verbal or written reports on patients progress both to appropriate Therapy staff and
to other multi-disciplinary team members
•Complete Manual Handling assessments and referrals to external agencies
• Prioritise and evaluate case load responsibilities.
• Evaluate patient’s presentation for therapy and adapt treatment accordingly.
• Encourage patients and their carers in an active approach to regaining and maintaining personal independence. This requires empathy, sensitivity and good interpersonal skills.
• Make accurate records of work undertaken and keep monthly statistics as required, including documenting patient contacts in line with professional and service standards.
• Liaise with the Therapists as necessary to optimise patient treatment, promote independence and minimise length of stay. Highlight any variations to expected outcomes from treatment programmes.
• Assess, measure and instruct use of walking aids/functional aids. To effectively administer and record provision of any aids provided to patients.
• Contribute to development of patient care by attending relevant team, departmental or other appropriate meetings eg Care Planning and Best Interest meetings and comment on recommended changes to clinical care or service provision.
• Assist Therapists in attending home environmental assessments and patient home visits as and when required.
• Manage and prioritise a patient case load as delegated by the therapist on a daily basis.
• Ensure daily communication with the Therapists regarding treatment of individual patients.
• Manage enquiries regarding therapy from patients, relatives, general public and hospital staff, both in person and by telephone.
• To undertake patient visits and attend meetings training etc. hence have access to a vehicle and a valid, up-to-date UK Driver’s license.
• Work across 7 days including weekend days and Bank Holidays where the service operates across 7 days per week, 365 days per year

ADMINISTRATIVE/ORGANISATIONAL:
• Collate and enter statistical data for the service.
• Contribute to service audits as required.
• Contribute to ensuring all therapy areas including the gym are clean, tidy and fit for purpose.
• Be responsible for the safe use of therapy equipment and aids by patients in your care. Ensure all equipment that is damaged or not fit for purpose is returned to the supplier or reported for collection and repair
• Take part in the individual trust appraisal and performance review programme.
• Actively participate in own staff development and review in order to identify personal development plans and training needs.
• Contribute to MDT daily Board rounds as required
• Assist therapists in patient related administrative duties and tasks as required, e.g. updating patient information in clinical records, on white boards, in board round logs, equipment loan stores, organising equipment etc.
• Be aware of the Health and Safety aspects of work and implement any policies which may be required to improve the health and safety of the work area.
• Comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and be involved in reviewing and updating as appropriate.
• Undertake any related duties as directed by Team Leader physiotherapist/occupational therapists or relevant senior staff.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT:
• Assist in the induction of newly appointed therapy assistants in basic elements of patient care and safety.
• Support student therapists to gain experience from the setting during their placement

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT:
• Attend in-service training as required.
•Actively participate in the delivery of in-service training within recognised skill set.
• Monitor and develop own performance, aiming to achieve and maintain a high standard.
• Attend/complete mandatory training as required by Trust policy.

SECTION 2- KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
 Understand the ethos acute/intermediate care settings and its place in the health and social care economy.
 Use effective communication tools, verbal and non-verbal to communicate treatment programmes to patients who may have barriers to understanding or communicating, e.g. blind, deaf, dysphasic or who do not have English as a first language.


SECTION 3- EFFORT AND ENVIRONMENT
• The post holder will be expected to kneel, sit on heels, move inert adult limbs, support patients while walking, move and handle patients, push wheelchairs, use hoists on a daily basis.
• The post holder will be expected to concentrate during treatment sessions and ensure good communication with patients, including those who have impaired understanding or communication difficulties, e.g. slurred speech.
• Care of terminally ill or patients with chronic degenerative illness.
• Dealing with patients who may be depressed, withdrawn or aggressive.
• The post holder will be expected to work in cramped space in patient rooms/ward areas. They may come into contact with infestations, soiled linen, and other bodily fluids.
• As part of contracted hours, to work weekend days and Bank Holidays as part of a 7 day service


This advert closes on Monday 8 Jul 2024

A Vacancy at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust.


ESR/OLM Education and Training Systems Administrator - Band 3 - 37.5 per week

The Learning and Education team at Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust are seeking a dynamic and driven individual who will take pride in the maintenance of the Trust's online learning management and development offer.

You will be part of a wider Organisational Development Service that is helping leaders and colleagues to deliver the NHS People Plan and fulfil the NHS Our People Promise to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone.

***If you are successful in this post you will be offered the opportunity to complete an apprenticeship relevant to the role and to your specific skills.***

Working closely with the Learning & Education Team Leader, the post holder will have responsibility for maintaining the Trust’s online learning management (OLM) system (ESR/OLM). The post holder will be expected to work collaboratively to ensure the systems are accurately and promptly updated to reflect our Workforce compliance needs and compliance. To champion the use of e-Learning & MyESR in supporting the workforce to adhere to the training needs and requirements in maintaining safe, patient care To support the efficient running of the Education Centre, via room bookings, signposting and room set up for the learning of our workforce and learner groups who access our services here at Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Trust



Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
• Safety
• Care
• Respect
• Communication
• Learning

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
• To collate and input data to support the performance management requirements for external and internal activity including financial and training data.
• To engage in general office duties, always ensuring a customer-focused approach, including the regular use of Microsoft Office Packages and other Trust on-line learning resources
• In collaboration with the Team Lead, Manager, to support Subject Matter Experts to discuss how to capture training requirements on ESR, provide ESR Forms/necessary documentation to support position levelling as required.
• To compile all relevant information to present to ETD Lead, Manager for approval, buy undertaking relevant searches for national content and enrol/direct subject leads to review should it be required.
• With direct support from the Team Lead, Manager, to create new competence (s) and local e-Learning content as and when required.




• To promptly respond and/or escalate all ESR queries in relation to Learning and Education
• To contribute to the running of reports and projects to support the portfolio of Learning and Education
• Daily usage of Microsoft office computer systems including word processing, spread sheets, databases, e-mail, and electronic diary management.
• Support the effective working of the Team by acting as a central hub for communication and information.
• Periodic requirement to lift moderate loads (stationary deliveries, office equipment, display boards and furniture).


• To ensure all Mandatory and Essential to Role Training competencies are correctly set up on OLM to reflect requirements of the workforce and they are maintained appropriately to facilitate accurate compliance reporting.
• To provide a professional, courteous, and helpful approach at all times with both our internal colleagues and external stakeholders
• To contribute to the health and safety and risk management requirements in relation to Trust Policies and Procedures
• To work collaboratively across the Trust to support our mandatory training compliance and help improve performance through initiatives such as eLearning support drop-in sessions, coupled with a flexible approach to support cover for colleagues as directed by line manager.
• Assist in maintaining the quality of the service and environment and in implementing innovation and improvements. Ensure that all complaints, comments and suggestions are dealt with appropriately, resolving where possible and escalating to the line manager where appropriate.


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Mar 2024

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