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We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Liverpool to assist with the appointment of a Locum Paralegal (Child Social Care), on a 4-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £17.40- £22 per Hour

Responsibilities:

To carry out casework instructions received from lawyers and have personal responsibility for assisting with the progress of cases ensuring value for money and efficient use of resources.
Provide support such as issuing applications, obtaining and organising documentation to meet the requests of the court, providing support to clients, assisting with the creation of bundles.
Responsible for the filing of such documentation within proceedings.
To ensure effective diary management to ensure that court directions are complied with in a timely manner.
To assist with the drafting of legal documents / applications as required.
To deal with straightforward casework and, where required, appear at court/tribunals on behalf of the Council ensuring that the Councils position is represented in the most cost effective and efficient manner.
Prepare reports, documents, minutes and correspondence on behalf of lawyers, taking notes at meetings/hearings as required.
Plan and prioritise allocated work efficiently.
To pick up casework arising in their respective teams during peak times or where additional resources are required to meet demand.
To provide support to other teams if requested to do so.
To work flexibly and collaboratively with their own team and across the wider legal service as required.
To have responsibility for ensuring that support staff undertake tasks allocated within set timescales.
Ensure effective operational use of all service resources by regularly reviewing working methods, systems and equipment.
To assist with the collection of data/information to support the Senior Lawyers and Heads of Law.
To proactively maintain and improve client relationships.
To act in accordance with and promote the Nolan Principles in the council.
To externally commission legal work for the Council where required, ensuring value for money and high-quality advice and representation is received.
To keep up to date with current and future law and practice affecting the Council.
To be flexible with regards to working hours to ensure that service needs and client requirements are met.
This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive, it is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing. The job holder will carry out such other tasks as may reasonably be required.

Qualifications

Law Degree, CFILEX (or working towards the same) or demonstrable experience of working within a legal environment
Good working knowledge and understanding of the law and procedure relating to the relevant area of specialism. 

Experience

Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing. (A/I)
Excellent drafting skills. (A/I)
Experience of Office 365 applications effectively and good keyboard skills preferably experience of legal case management systems. (A/I)
Ability to analyse and solve a variety of complex problems with minimal supervision. (A/I)
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines on a diverse caseload. (A/I)
Ability to develop good working relationships with managers and officers. (A/I)
Ability to recognise and manage legal and corporate risk in cases. (A/I)
Ability to work collaboratively at all levels and in a non-hierarchical way. (A/I)
Ability to be proactive and have the energy, commitment and resolve necessary to get the job done (A/I)

Please note:

You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
You should have right to work in U.K
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

Employment Type: Full Time or Part Time
Remuneration: $ Negotiable based on experience
Hours Per Week: Minimum 6 hours per day  
Location: Office + WFH 

We are open to discussions with OT's with all levels of experience that enjoy the flexibility of working in the community.

If your interested in Paediatrics? Or have particular caseload interests? Then we would like to speak to you. #AAA

Your day will include:

• Managing an allocated caseload and completing therapeutic services in a timely manner
• Assessing participants emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental and physical level of function and capacity through clinical observations and standardised assessments
• Interpreting findings to formulate treatment goals unique to each participant
• Providing therapeutic interventions that are evidence-based and help participants get more out of life
• Providing support and advice on adaptations to the environment including home, school, work and residential facilities
• Recommending provision of Assistive Technology to assist participants with their functional limitations and to promote independence
• Maintaining awareness of current legislation to ensure compliance

What we offer you:

• Benefits – Professional Development allowance, staff referral scheme, Fitness Passport, option to purchase additional leave… just to name a few
• Flexibility – You can select the hours and days that work best for you 
• Excellent remuneration – Industry leading salary + kilometre reimbursement + laptop + smartphone + our Performance with Purpose Reward and Recognition Program + salary packaging options
• Work life balance – Combine the convenience of working from home with the social interaction of working in the community and support of office and clinic hours
• Support -- You will have a clinical supervisor providing weekly support along with a dedicated team of mentors
• Career progression – Access to ongoing training tailored to your interests and long-term goals combined with professional development opportunities through Ability Action Australia and our parent company MedHealth
• Passionate and uplifting culture – You will be part of a purpose and values driven team focused on delivering outstanding service to our NDIS participants

You will need:

• Current registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills to manage a varied caseload
• Proactive attitude, motivated by improvement and the opportunity to test and learn from new ideas
• Looking for a fun, collaborative and supportive work environment
• A genuine passion for working in the disability sector

Click on the Apply button OR call me - Renee Sinclair - on 0429 293 152 for a confidential conversation OR email me via  rsinclair@abilityactionaustralia.com.au 

If your resume is not quite up-to-date, you can add me on LinkedIn for a more informal conversation - https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-sinclair-84200a243/

CLINICAL DUTIES A range of ophthalmic imaging procedures as required including but not limited to: OCT, Anterior OCT, HRT, optic disc, Colour fundus - high magnification and stereos, Fluorescein Angiography Ophthalmic procedures / assessments including: Perform visual acuity tests using various types of acuity charts as appropriate, Instil eye drops in accordance with approved protocols for patient safety. Perform corneal topography / tomography assessments. Ophthalmic clinical measurements including: Corneal thickness, Intra ocular pressures, Anterior chamber depth, Visual field testing, ensuring data & results generated are securely uploaded to as appropriate to Trust systems, EPR / CRF. The post holder shall as necessary provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues. Any other duties reasonably delegated by the line manager. For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description and person specification

To be technically proficient as an independent practitioner in non-invasive cardiology procedures, and permanent pacemaker implants and follow up Working independently to perform and report simple and complex permanent pacemaker follow ups. Analyse, interpret and report complex clinical data e.g. PPM follow up undertaking necessary departmental procedure when diagnosing an unexpected finding and liaising/advising with medical staff as required. To assist in the clinical management of patients undergoing cardiac investigations For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description and person specification

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of this role and its requirements.

General Care of dialysis patients Observations Diet and fluid restriction advice Commencing and completing dialysis sessions Adherence to Policy and procedure Adherence to IPC guidance Adherence to Confidentiality, Dignity and Privacy guidelines Care Kindness and Mindfulness Teaching and assessing Student Nurses and other staff as required Supporting managers and colleagues - Team approach

Clinical responsibilities Utilising Trust policies and protocols, under the proximal supervision of the clinical practitioner, the assistant practitioner will: Undertake asymptomatic screening and be able to order routine bloods/investigations and have a basic understanding of normal and altered values. Undertake a designated range of patient assessments such as reviewing a medical history and reporting any changes to the clinical team. Utilise clinical skills appropriately to enhance the delivery of patient care e.g. Venepuncture, immunisation and provision of medication under direction of Patient Specific Directions (PSDs). Manage and maintain own treatment lists for Chlamydia and a range of routine contraceptions, with use of PSDs. Manage and administer cryotherapy treatment to relevant and appropriate patients. Undertake partner notification (PN) and/or support patients to use online e-PN. Assess those patients with special need such as those under 16 and discuss with clinical team where appropriate and according to Trust guidelines. Manage recall of patients such as Hepatitis A/B & HPV vaccinations, repeat Chlamydia testing and Depo Provera injection. Function as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team Organise and prioritise time effectively. Undertake clinical audits for example infection control audits Undertake pregnancy testing according to clinical protocols liaising with clinical team where appropriate according to clinical guidelines. Outreach work in the community as appropriate. Recognises the need for referral and undertake appropriate referrals to clinical practitioners and/or services within the NHS, independent & voluntary sectors. Undertake, monitor & record basic observations temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration. Promote and value the rights, responsibilities and diversity of people Team working. Coordinate a team of support workers in care delivery and where appropriate other students. Work effectively as part of a multi disciplinary team recognising the contribution of all team members in meeting patients needs. Actively participate in team development and make suggestions to the team on service improvements. Educational Responsibilities. To develop and maintain own clinical skills and knowledge using a competency framework to ensure effective care delivery To ensure compliance with mandatory training and personal development plans Demonstrate procedures to and supervise unqualified staff. Contribute to the learning environment within the service and team mentoring at an optimum level. Supervise, assess and mentor Trainee Healthcare Support workers, Trainee Assistant Practitioners, assist in the supervision and learning of other students with the exception of their assessment. Promote and participate in the Health Education both personally and with all patients and relatives as appropriate. Professional responsibilities. Exhibit professional behaviour and attitude at all times, and demonstrate excellent customer care skills. Recognise the level of competence to ensure safe practice. Be familiar with and abide by Trust policies and procedures to ensure to ensure optimum patient care and safety of patients and staff. Adhere to trust uniform policy. Take personal responsibility for keeping up to date with new developments and participate in research/ clinical audit. Attendance at annual update sessions is mandatory. Act as a role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace, always ensuring the highest standards of evidenced based care. Take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge. Identify objectives within a PDP that support the delivery of high standards of clinical care Communication. Provide verbal reports and maintain written reports on the patients condition for professionally qualified workers. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt communication style to the situation/person. Communicate effectively with patients, staff and relatives. Report all accidents and incidents involving self, patients, staff or visitors according to procedure. Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings. * The post holder shall as necessary provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues. * The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.

- Perform ECGs and Spirometry on both outpatient and inpatients. - Fit and download ambulatory BP and ECG monitoring. - Accurately record ECG's in high risk areas [such as A&E] and report abnormal findings to appropriate staff - Keep up to date with mandatory training. Performs BLS in the presence of a cardiac arrest. - Act independently, managing your own work load.

To gain specialist technical and analytical knowledge by participating in ongoing specialist training and continuous professional development. To ensure compliance with all local and national standards of work practicee.g. UKAS , NEQAS scheme and IQA/IQC procedures. To maintain knowledge necessary to participate in the highly specialisedlaboratory sections associated with a teaching hospital, under supervision from experienced Biomedical Scientists.To have gained the necessary specialist knowledge and skills sufficient to work independently, seeking advice only when deemed necessary. To participate in Personal Development Plans and Appraisals, as an appraisee. To attend laboratory methods meetings and be aware of any changes tomethodology. To maintain knowledge of operational policies and procedures through use of the document management system. To actively participate in the in-service training programme. To attend relevant training courses as identified and agreed with senior staff and managers during staff appraisal sessions. Sorting and distribution of all clinical and environmental samples. To assess the suitability and appropriateness of samples submitted to thelaboratory and to take remedial action when required. To process specimens that are used for screening, diagnostic and clinicalmanagement of patients using correct techniques as well as complex, specialised equipment To apply the level of manual dexterity needed for the processing of pathological specimens using aseptic technique. To interpret clinical request forms to plan and prioritise workload according to clinical urgency and to liaise with medical staff if required. To record the investigations indicated on the clinical request forms into thelaboratory computer system. To analyse clinical samples using appropriate kits and procedures and entering the results of the investigations into the computer system for Biomedical Scientist to release reports for medical staff authorisation. To ensure the satisfactory completion and validation of automated assays and record the results of control values and the results of the investigations into the computer system. Preparing and storing of specimens in low temperature storage systems. Assisting Biomedical Scientists in the setting up of Yeast sensitivities andbacterial identification systems including visual or automatic interpretation. To troubleshoot, and carry out routine maintenance on specialist equipment and perform calibration and implement alternative methods in event of failure. Use of complex, expensive and highly specialised equipment such as thecontinuous monitoring, automated detection systems to analyse clinical samples May be required to supervise, organise and allocate work and/or train lessexperienced staff in own area. Participate in training of new staff in MLA procedures and protocols within the laboratory. Maintains clinical records in relation to activities carried out. May input/interrogate test results for others. To participate in MLA duties as and when required.

Extend clinical skills in all areas of care delivery, to work without direct supervision. Take responsibility for the assessment, planning and delivery of high quality patient care in the peri-operative and post-operative phase Provide skilled assistance to the surgeon. To assist in the anaesthetic room checking, cleaning and maintainingequipment fit for purpose. Report and deal appropriately with equipment which is not fit for purpose. Comply with the directorate and trust policies. Communicate in a concise and clear manner when handing over the care of a patient to a health care colleague. Identify resources and skill mix requirements for the management of clinical situations and ensure their provision. Demonstrate the ability to develop co-ordinating skills under supervision. Act as co-ordinator in rotation with other practitioners in the team when competent with support. Ensure that Trust and Directorate policies are understood and adhered to. Report regularly to Team Leaders. Liaise with and provide relevantinformation to other members of the disciplinary team.

The Dean Trust
c/o Ashton on Mersey School
Cecil Avenue
Sale
M33 5BP
Telephone: 0161 973 1179
Website: The Dean Trust

HUB IT SERVICE MANAGER

Salary: NJC Pay Scale, Band 10 Scale Points - 37-39 (£45,441 - £47,420 FTE)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Working Pattern: Full time, all year round
36.25 hours per week
8am-4pm Monday-Friday
Contract: Permanent
The Dean Trust is an educational charity established in April 2012, that currently comprises of 11 academies, 6 secondary, 4 primaries and 1 through school, operating in 3 hubs covering Trafford, Manchester, Knowsley and Wigan local authority areas, including some of the most deprived areas of the country. The Trust has seen steady growth since incorporation and aspires to grow further in the future.
The Dean Trust is seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Hub IT Service Managers to join our dedicated IT department and manage a group of first line IT Technicians within a hub of schools, as follows:

Hub IT Service Manager – West Hub will be responsible for the following schools;
Knowsley area; Lord Derby Academy, Park View Academy, Blacklow Brow Primary
Wigan area; Dean Trust Wigan, Dean Trust Rose Bridge

Regular travel between sites is a key requirement of the role.

The role will involve providing proactive and reactive hardware, software and peripheral support to all staff, students, Trustees/Governors, visitors and third parties in line with school/academy and Trust requirements.

The successful candidate will ideally have proven experience working in an ICT helpdesk/ICT support role, ideally in an education establishment and understand the diverse and wide range of tasks that are involved with supporting teaching staff, administrative staff and pupils.

Detailed knowledge of the latest Microsoft Windows Operating Systems & Microsoft Office packages is essential including the ability to diagnose and repair a variety of hardware and software issues.
Working together as a team has clearly made us stronger, and the support and challenge of each other has enriched each of our academies and the Trust. As an employer, the Trust is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community, a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit regardless of background or characteristics. Our aim is to create an environment in which individual differences and the way in which everyone contributes is recognised and valued.
To apply for this vacancy please visit our recruitment page careers.thedeantrust.co.uk.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact us on 0161 973 1179 or email katiehurst@thedeantrust.co.uk.

Please ensure that you identify which Trust Hub you would like to be considered for within your application.

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: 9AM MONDAY 11^TH NOVEMBER

We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics.

The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.

Group Learning Support is our largest provision across the group, with a wider team of 300+ staff members all playing a critical part to our students that require educational support throughout their learning journey.Job title: Student Support AssistantSalary: up to £13.02phContract type: FTC (until July 2025)Location: Merrist Wood collegeBenefits: Term time only, Part time and Full-time opportunities available, Access to Learning Support Essentials training courseOur centres are open from 8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday and therefore we expect our staff to be available to commit to these working hours over a minimum of 3 days per week.Activate Learning promotes independence to enable learners to leave the college ready for the world of work or further study. The learners at our Merrist Wood College are mainly undertaking courses at levels 1-3 in areas such as agriculture, horticulture, animal care, countryside and environment, horse management, forestry and arboriculture, landscaping, public services, and football coaching.The Role: Student Support Assistant As a Student Support Assistant at Merrist Wood, you will be open to supporting students in a variety of settings, from classrooms, to stables, to animal enclosures, to the tractor driving area, to ditches in the woods, including the possibility of being outside in all weathers. You should be prepared for a day that could include English or maths lessons, assisting with lambing, and learning about plant species. Patience, flexibility, teamwork, and a good sense of humour are key attributes for our Student Support Assistants.As a Student Support Assistant, you'll be supporting young adults aged 16-19 years across a range of courses and be responsible for their wellbeing. No two days will be the same!You'll be participating in timetabled activities and providing support to our learners to ensure they are reaching their full academic potential. With your strong communication skills, you'll establish good working relationships with learners to enable the learner to build and develop their confidence and motivation.Where necessary you may be required to support students with personal care needs from time to time as well as positive behaviour management adopting a tailored approach to the individual student.As part of the college team, you'll be assisting the tutor and learner to ensure that the learning is appropriate to meet their needs. You'll be joining a committed team who are student-focused and provide high-quality learner support across the collegeWhat do you need to be a successful Student Support Assistant at Activate Learning?Strong communication skills to collaborate with tutors and ensure the effective delivery of further education programs, as well as to work efficiently within a coordination team.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Flexibility and adaptability.A creative and innovative approach to motivating learners and providing support.Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to assist students with diverse learning needs.While previous experience as a teaching assistant and supporting individuals with SEN is beneficial, it is not mandatory.Experience in providing personal care and manual handling, or a willingness to undergo training.Who we areActivate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:Here are some of our benefits:Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeingCompany benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staffGenerous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leaveFlexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits please visit our work with us/wellbeing and benefits page.Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.

Business Development Manager
Top earners earn in excess of £150K

A huge earnings potential for experienced field sales professionals

Are you looking for the following:
1. An opportunity to work for a national company with over 12,000 business customers in a booming industry.
2. Year 1 minimum earnings of £60K+ (guaranteed)
3. A structured career progression.
4. A real opportunity to earn excellent commission.

THE JOB
Our client is the leading company in their field offering solutions to SME businesses UK wide.

As a Field Sales Executive, your responsibilities are:

* Attend pre-booked appointments generated by your designated telesales colleague.
* Generate new clients through self-generated business development.
* Take a structured approach to the sales process to identify needs and provide tailored solutions.
* There is a clearly defined career path ensuring the opportunity to advance into senior roles.

THE CANDIDATE
Our client is looking for strong field sales candidates with the following experience and attributes:

* A strong understanding of the sales process.
* A proven track record in field-based B2B sales.
* A very good closer. You must be able to ask for the order!
* Be unafraid in gaining new business.
* A self-motivated individual who thrives in managing their own territory and exceeding sales targets.
* A full driving licence

THE PACKAGE

Basic £30K, guaranteed to £60K in the first year
£90K OTE uncapped, Top earners do earn £150K +
Company car (Tesla) or £5,000 car allowance.
Life insurance, 24/7 Employment Relations Advice Line, and your birthday off!


ALTERNATIVE JOB TITLES: Sales Executive, Field Sales, Business Development Manager, Account Manager, Field Sales Consultant, Field Sales Executive, Sales, Field Sales Manager, Field Sales Rep, Field Sales Executive, Technical Sales, Area Sales, Area Manager, Senior Sales Executive, Senior Sales Consultant, B2B Sales, Business to Business Sales.
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This role is commutable from:
Liverpool
Wigan
Warrington
Chester



Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company working within the Engineering, Sales, IT and Commercial sectors. We are established to service and support the recruitment requirements of modern businesses and candidates alike. This particular role includes people with experience in Sales Executive, Field Sales, Business Development Manager, Account Manager, Field Sales Consultant, Field Sales Executive, Sales, Field Sales Manager, Field Sales Rep, Field Sales Executive, Technical Sales, Area Sales, Area Manager, Senior Sales Executive, Senior Sales Consultant, B2B Sales, Business to Business Sales.

Exclusive Education is looking to appoint a one to one Portuguese Speaking SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with MLD in Fazakerley, Liverpool. This one to one Teaching Assistant role is to work with a Portuguese Student who can not speak English.

The ideal candidate will have previous SEN Teaching Assistant experience and experience of working with pupils with MLD.

In order to be considered for this one to one SEN Teaching Assistant role we require you meet the following criteria;

Hold a relevant teaching assistant qualification (e.g. NCFE, CACHE or NVQ Level 1, 2 or 3) (desirable)
Have eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident
Have previous experience of working with children in the last 2 years
Excellent knowledge of the full curriculum and assessment frameworks
Curriculum experience
Experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs
Two references working with children
Hold a current DBS that is registered with the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
In return Exclusive Education can offer;

Excellent rates of pay
Direct links to local schools
Dedicated Consultants who will cater for your employment needs with 24/7 availability
Commitment to quality and safeguarding
A fast clearance process
If you are interested in the above role or any other teaching or teaching assistant opportunities then please send your CV to enquiries@exclusiveeducation.co.uk

If this role does not match what you are looking for then please contact us on 01925 594940 to find out about other opportunities we have available.

You will be working with an experienced team of education specialist whose sole focus is on the Special Educational Needs sector.

If you know of any other Teachers, Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisors seeking work within the North West then please send on their details to Exclusive Education to earn £50 worth of vouchers*

The Trust is seeking to recruit a full-time Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist based at Rathbone Low Secure Unit in Liverpool. The service has32 male beds across two wards and provides assessment and management for patients from North and South Liverpool, South Sefton (up to Southport) and part of Kirkby. The population covered is approximately 1/3 million. The service provides low secure forensic care for detained patients with a mental disorder who present a significant risk of harm to others and cannot be managed in a non-secure environment. The service forms part of the secure services pathway within Mersey Care.

The vacancy is an established permanent post which has arisen due to retirement. The post holder will join a comprehensive MDT with good trainee medical support including a full-time substantive staff grade doctor and core trainee. There is also a full-time substantive Physician Associate. They will manage a caseload of 16 male inpatients and will maintain responsibility for the patient throughout his journey through the unit. There is a second substantive consultant who has responsibility for the other inpatients.

The post currently attracts a 10% R&R payment which will be reviewed in 2025.

The post holder will act as Responsible Clinician within a multidisciplinary team. They will lead on the management of a caseload of 16 male inpatients. This will include preadmission planning, MDT meetings, CPA reviews and discharge planning. The post will require liaison with other agencies, including the Ministry of Justice, police, probation, social care and other mental health services. They will exercise statutory responsibilities for patients detained under Restriction Orders, including completing statutory reports to the Ministry of Justice. For both non-restricted and restricted patients under their care they will be responsible for providing reports regarding Consent to Treatment and providing reports to, and attending, Tribunals and Managers’ Reviews.



The post holder will lead on the assessment of individuals referred for admission from a variety of sources including other secure services, general adult services, courts or prisons. . These are discussed at the weekly referral meeting. The postholder will participate in the panel meetings which are also held weekly and review referrals for admission to low secure and forensic step-down beds across the Merseyside and Cheshire region.



The post holder will be expected to participate in the management of the service and attend clinical team meetings and other service-related meetings as appropriate. They will also provide supervision to the junior doctors and / or Physician Associate working in the service.

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

The post holder will manage the care and treatment of 16 male in-patients within the LSU. This will include patients across both wards (Allerton and Childwall).This will include preadmission planning, MDT meetings, CPA reviews and discharge planning. The post will require liaison with other agencies, including the Ministry of Justice, police, probation, social care, and other mental health services.

The post holder will be lead on the assessment of individuals referred for admission from a variety of sources including other secure services, general adult services, courts, or prisons. The service on average receives 2-3 referrals for assessment for admission a month.

The post holder will exercise statutory responsibilities as a Responsible Clinician within the meaning of the Mental Health Act 1983 (Amended 2007) for patients detained under Restriction Orders, including completing statutory reports to the Ministry of Justice. For both non-restricted and restricted patients under his/her care he/she will be responsible for providing reports regarding Consent to Treatment and providing reports to, and attending, Tribunals and Managers’ Reviews. The postholder will be expected to be approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 for the purposes of recommending admission to hospital and be an Approved Clinician.

The post holder will be expected to participate in the management of the service and attend clinical team meetings and other service-related meetings as appropriate.



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This advert closes on Monday 9 Dec 2024