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Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification information pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role

To be a Registered Nurse for people Learning Disability.(RNLD) or Register Nurse in Mental Health (RMN) To observe and abide by the NMC The Code: Professional Standards of practice and behaviour and all other NMC professional guidance. To meet the N.M.C. Revalidation requirements and CPD as a registered nurse. To work towards the implementation of all national and local policies concerning the care and treatment of people with learning disabilities. To assist in providing and maintaining the management structure of the team. To work as a nurse with a special interest in the promotion of mental health wellbeing & the safe management of challenging behaviour for people with learning disabilities and become proficient in evidenced based positive behavioural support approaches. To work as a member of a specialist multi-disciplinary team (M.D.T.) within the LD and Forensics Service. To support the Clinical Nurse Lead and Community Manager in the development of the nurse team. To have a role in ensuring the smooth running and co-ordination of the service, and monitoring of service activity. To work in liaison with service users, carers, other professionals, in collaboration with other services ensuring a needs-led service. To be involved with and share the responsibility for identifying and developing opportunities for Service Users with learning disabilities to be key to local and Trust wide service operation and development. To work under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Nurse Lead in delivering effective evidence-based practice to adults with Learning Disabilities requiring mental health services. To promote and maintain good working relationships and effective communications / liaison with carers, team colleagues in HPFT, Hertfordshire Health & Community Service and external agents. To carry out health assessments and be competent in reporting back health assessments to the wider MDT. To be supported by the senior nurse team to make recommendations of how to meet those needs, to support the implementation of these recommendations and to monitor, evaluate and review the input and progress. To act in a consultative role to external agencies in relations to clinical interventions, risk assessments & management plans. To maintain appropriate records according to NMC record keeping & HPFT Data Quality policy and guidance. To support the ongoing development of quality services by actively engaging in team audit and other service initiatives. To actively participate and encourage others in quality improvement audits and benchmarking. To work in close liaison with inpatient services To ensure that the Nursing Team within the Community Assessment and Treatment Service works within the Mental Health Act (1983), amended (2007), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Hertfordshire Safe guarding Adults frameworks. Understanding and adhering to local, regional and national policies / procedures and guidelines, ensuring innovative, evidence based and safe practice within the service. To participate where appropriate in the development and implementation of policies / procedures / standards and guidelines in response to new legislation. To be responsible for the provision of supervision both formal and informal of band 4 Senior Support Workers, Band 5 Nursing staff and student nurses in the team. All staff should comply with the Trusts Anti-Discriminatory Statement, Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Equality and Diversity. Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING Essential Registered Learning Disability Nurse Mentoring / Practice Assessor / Practice Supervisor training Desirable Additional areas of training through short courses Post Graduation courses Membership of professional bodies PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Essential At least 2 years experience working in an inpatient or community setting with service users who have a Learning Disability Experience in working within Multi-disciplinary Teams and inter-agency working Day to day management of staff at supervisory level. Experience of working with service users with Challenging Behaviour, Epilepsy, and Mental Ill Health. Desirable Experience / Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support process

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

In the paragraphs above you have read an overview about the role we would like to offer and general information about main duties of the post holder. Please see attached job description which describes in full details the duties, responsibilities and reporting relationships of the advertising role.

In the paragraphs above you have read an overview about the role we would like to offer and general information about main duties of the post holder. Please see attached job description which describes in full details the duties, responsibilities and reporting relationships of the advertising role.

Job Summary: To support the work of staff in the Primary Care Service, including providing psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of a qualified Psychologist or CBT therapist. To assist in audit and data collection and the development of research projects. To work independently according to a plan agreed with a qualified Psychologist and within the overall framework of HPFTs policies and procedures. All staff should comply with the Trusts Anti-Discriminatory Statement, Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Equality and Diversity. For staff working in the North and East Talking Therapies teams, there is an expectation that you will come into your office base at least 2 days a week. For staff working in the Digital team this will be a remote post, but there may be circumstances where you are required to travel to an office base. Professional/Clinical Responsibility Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating bodies and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. NHS plan, National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence). Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times. Be aware of, and keep up to date with advances in the spheres of treatment for common mental health problems. Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives. Contribute to the development of best practice within the service. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and procedures in relation to Mental Health and Primary Care Services. All employees have a duty and responsibility for their own health and safety and the health of safety of colleagues, patients and the general public. All employees have a responsibility and a legal obligation to ensure that information processed for both patients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Security and Confidentiality Policies. Supervision Attend clinical and managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with line manager and in line with professional requirements. To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties. To contribute to the training and support of other staff in the Primary Care Service. Practice Research & Service Evaluation: To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects. To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes, including Word, Excel, SPSS. To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist qualified Psychologists and therapists in evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members. Clinical: Under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist or CBT Therapist to undertake psychological assessments of clients referred to the service, using the Talking Therapies minimum data set and other questionnaire measures as appropriate. To perform telephone screening assessments under the supervision of a qualified CBT therapist or psychologist. To assist the Clinical Psychologist and other clinical staff in the co- ordination and running of psychoeducational and therapeutic CBT groups and other psychological interventions across the county. To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and intervention to the benefit of all clients referred to the service. To attend and contribute to appropriate meetings relevant to the service. Leadership and Staff Management Responsibility The Post holder will not have any line management responsibility Financial Responsibility The Post holder will not hold any budgetary responsibility Additional Information: Knowledge and Skills Framework The post holder will be expected to meet the requirements of the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) appropriate outline for the post. Approved outlines are available on the HPT e-ksf local library. Health and Safety The post holder has a duty of care to themselves and to others with whom they come into contact in the course of their work as laid down in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and any subsequent amendment or legislation. Infection Control All Trust staff will: Act as a role model and champion for the highest standard of all aspects of infection prevention and control and implementation of all Infection Prevention and Control Trust polices and guidelines. Demonstrate respect for the roles and endeavours of others, in implementing good standards of hand hygiene. Value and recognise the ideas and contributions of colleagues in their endeavours to reduce the incidence of healthcare associated infection. Equality and Diversity Hertfordshire Partnership Trust is committed to providing an environment where all staff, service users and carers enjoy equality of opportunity. The Trust works to eliminate all forms of discrimination and recognise that this requires, not only a commitment to remove discrimination, but also action through positive policies to redress inequalities. Providing equality of opportunity means understanding and appreciating the diversity of our staff, service users & carers and ensuring a supportive environment free from harassment. Because of this Hertfordshire Partnership Trust actively encourages its staff to challenge discrimination and promote equality of opportunity for all. Confidentiality All staff must be aware of the Data Protection Act 1984, and its subsequent amendments, which is now in force. This means that protection of data about individuals is a requirement of the law and if any employee is found to have permitted unauthorised disclosure, the Trust and the individual may be prosecuted. Standards of Business Conduct and Conflicts of Interest The Trust has adopted a Standards of Conduct Policy, which reflects NHS Management Executive Guidelines. It is the responsibility of staff to ensure that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain or seek to advantage or further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties. Staff should be informing their line manager if they are working for any other organisation to ensure that this Trust complies with the Working Time Regulations. Information and Records Management The post holder must be competent in using IT and have the relevant skills to carry out the activities required for the post. To comply with the Data Protection Act 1998, Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Department of Health Code of Confidentiality in line with Trust procedures. To adhere to the Trusts policies on records management including creation, use, storing and retention and disposal of records. Adhere to the Trusts Corporate Identity (using the standard templates available on nww.hpt.nhs.uk). Safeguarding Adults and Children The Trust is committed to ensuring adults and children are protected and come to no harm from abuse. All employees have a responsibility to be aware of national and local policies, their individual responsibilities with regards to the protection and safeguarding of both adults and children, and must adhere to them at all times. Organisational Change As services develop and change, the post holder may be required to undertake other responsibilities within the Trust. Review: This job description is an outline, which reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be an inflexible or finite list of duties and responsibilities. As these duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder.

For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails. Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn. How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

In the paragraphs above you have read an overview about the role we would like to offer and general information about main duties of the post holder. Please see attached job description which describes in full details the duties, responsibilities and reporting relationships of the advertising role.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification information packfor further detailed information regarding this role.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

In the paragraphs above you have read an overview about the role we would like to offer and general information about main duties of the post holder. Please see attached job description which describes in full details the duties, responsibilities and reporting relationships of the advertising role.