Job summary

ASPIRE programme (commences mid-June 2023) Getpaid to train to become a Registered Nurse Learning Disability (RNLD) , withNeurodiversity (subject to eligibility).

Would you like to become one of just 5000 LearningDisability Nurses in the UK? Want to make a positive difference to thelives of people with a learning disability and/or neurodiversity?

Get paid to work and train the field ofLearningDisability Nursing with this exciting two-part programme.

Part 1 PgCertProfessional Certificate in Preparing for Practice in Nursingindividuals with Learning Disability (or with Neurodiversity). This is for a 7-monthduration as a trainee RNLD paid at Band 4

Part 2 Apprenticeship MScPre-registration Learning Disability Nursing (with Neurodiversity). Whereagreed at interview, you will get an automatic entry on to part 2 on successfulcompletion/pass of part 1.

Commencing in February2024 this is for a 2-year duration, with a paid salary at Band 4 for those eligible or alternatively you can choose the DirectEntry Route (funded by student finance England (subject to eligibility).

Minimum entry requirements:

A previous degree with a 3rdclassificationor a foundation degree

Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy (orequivalent at a pass rate)

The Community Learning Disability Team Plymouth, would love to hear from motivatedpeople with relevant experience to join our energetic and forward-thinkingservices as a Trainee/Apprenticeship Registered Nurse Learning Disability.

Main duties of the job

Work under the guidance and support of the team or identified nurse to assist the Community Learning disability team in delivering their clinical day-to-day activities and overall service protocols, and processes.

To communicate any changes in the persons presentation to immediate senior person or appropriate professional in a timely manner.

To offer emotional support, advice, information, and education where appropriate to people using services, carers and their family including signposting them to other services.

To maintain good working relations with members of the team and wider

Giving information and assistance to people using services and their carers so that they are aware of their rights, entitlements and the contents of their care plan.

Have input to team communication systems and handovers.

Deal with general enquiries from other professionals, patients, and members of the public.

Undertake general office duties such as typing / letters, filing, data input, answering telephones, photocopying / scanning, preparing papers for meetings etc.

Be involved in service user or other engagement groups as directed.

Be involved in the development of other staff in relation to LD or Autism awareness training.

Adhere to and aim to achieve the required level for the module learning, nurse competencies and practice hours of the Aspire program.

All Livewell Southwest staff are expected to able and willing to work across a 7 day service.

Job Share(s) Considered

About us

Before making a formal application, we would recommend that applicants who are interested to call the recruiting manager for an informal conversation about the role as this can give insight into the job they are applying for. Livewell Southwest prides itself in a values-based approach which attracts and recruits on the basis that an individual’s values and behaviours align with the values of the organisation’

Livewell Southwest values its staff and makes investment in their development a priority. Currently we offer:

Protected CPD time for registered staff

Various development pathways for unregistered and registered staff

Leadership and mentoring programmes

Ongoing regular training packages for all staff

Access and funding for training including Care Certificate, Assistant Practitioners Course and Scholarship Into Nurse Training

Robust Preceptorship

A bespoke induction programme

Relocation package may be considered for the right candidate for certain roles

Existing members of the NHS Pension Scheme can continue their membership when they join the organisation.

Date posted

12 April 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£23,949 to £26,282 a year pro rata

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

7 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

B9832-2023-NM-8364

Job locations

Westbourne Unit

Beacon Park Road

Plymouth

PL2 2PQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for People Management

Act in ways which support equalityand value diversity

Demonstrate own duties to new orless experienced staff

Support development of lessexperienced staff and students

Contribute towards developing aculture of learning and towards developing high quality learning environments

Develop skills in relation tocoaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff

Acts as an excellent role model byupholding and implementing good practice in the Responsibility forfinancial and/or physical resources

Exercise personal duty of care inthe safe use and storage of equipment

Be environmentally aware and prudentin use of resources and energy

Safely carry out moving and handlingof individuals and equipment

Use electronic resources to input,save and retrieve information making use of eRecord systems Responsibility for administration

Develop skills to maintainprofessional standards of record keeping

Follow all information governanceguidance and policies

Maintain confidentiality as outlinedwithin data protection policies

Document all care given inaccordance with Livewell Responsibility forpeople who use our services

Work in an effective and organisedmanner demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills toeffectively deliver person-centred care for an allocated group of individuals

To uphold at all times LivewellSouthwests values of being Kind, Respectful, Inclusive, Ambitious andResponsible.

Follow treatment plans determined bythe Registered Nurse or registered care professional

Plan and manage competing demands ofjob role, study and placement activities

Safely carry out moving and handlingof individuals and equipment

Exercise personal responsibility andwork independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiativein a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skillsconsistent with the roles, responsibilities and professional values of a TraineeNursing Associate

Exercise judgment in assessingservice users condition, comfort and wellbeingusing analysis of a range of possible factors

Work with a Practice Assessor andPractice supervisor to take responsibility for developing own clinicalcompetence and reflective practice within the workplace, while on placementsand through attending the Nursing Associate Training Programme

Work to standard operatingprocedures with registered care professional available for reference

Be responsible and accountable forown practice, working within limits of competence and within professionalboundaries

Raises any concerns to a registeredcare professional or appropriate person

Develop skills in relation tocoaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff

Seeks support / guidance in timelymanner if any difficulties are encountered

Acts as an excellent role model byupholding and implementing good practice in the workplace.

Recognises and either directlychallenges or seeks support to challenge any poor practice observed

Work as part of a designatedclinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of theindividual

Contribute to the delivery of complex care as prescribed by theregistered nurse

Carry out specific delegatedclinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency,under the direction and supervision of aregistered nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting)

Develop understanding of allelements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse inthe on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care

Support individuals with all aspects of careincluding daily living, providing individualised care and promotingindependence

Demonstrate the ability to recognisechanging priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse orother registered care professionals as appropriate

Report back and share informationwith the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responsesof individuals

Recognise issues relating tosafeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or concernsto the appropriate registered care professional

Assist in the assessment of andcontribute to the management of risk across several areas within the careenvironment

Assist in the implementation ofappropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological,social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers

Develop a working knowledge of otherproviders resources and referral systems to ensure individuals needs are met,within scope of practice

Demonstrate good understanding ofthe Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and apply principles toeveryday practice seeking advice / guidance from the Registered Nurse asrequired

Document all care given in accordancewith Livewell Southwest policy

Contribute to the implementation and monitoring of clinicalstandards and outcomes

Report concerns regarding health andsafety issues within the working environment to the appropriate staff

Demonstrate a high standard of carewithin a Quality and Safety framework

Deal safely and effectively, inaccordance with Livewell Southwest policy, exposure to hazards and highlyunpleasant working conditions including face to face physical/ verbalaggressive behaviour from patients or relatives and contact with body fluids,using the incident reporting system to report any incidents or near Responsibility forimplementation ofpolicy and/or service developments

Promote health and safetymaintaining best practice in health, safety and security

Report any accidents or incidents asper Livewell policy

Share ideas with colleagues toimprove care

Contribute to the improvement ofservice by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of others

Adhere to legislation, policies,procedures and guidelines both local and national

Regularly attend workplace and staffengagement meetings and contribute positively to discussions about theimprovement of care

Advocate the role of the Nursingassociate

Provide feedback to assist in theevaluation of the Nursing Associate programme

Participate in audits and surveysrelating to nursing practice or patient satisfaction as required

Participate in the completion ofplacement evaluation feedback forms

Participate in achieving nursingperformance indicators using clinical assurance tools

Work within the organisationalpolicy, procedures and Other Responsibilities

Complete the Aspire Programme

To take part in regular performanceappraisal

To undertake any training requiredin order to maintain competency including mandatory training, ManualHandling

To contribute to and work within asafe working environment

The post holder is expected tocomply with Livewell Southwest Infection Control Policies and conducthim/herself at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcareassociated infection

Works in partnership with manager todevelop and deliver on Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant andTime-bound (SMART) objectives at annual appraisal and personal developmentplanning meeting

Takes responsibility for organisingand attending statutory / mandatory updates in accordance with organisationalrequirements

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for People Management

Act in ways which support equalityand value diversity

Demonstrate own duties to new orless experienced staff

Support development of lessexperienced staff and students

Contribute towards developing aculture of learning and towards developing high quality learning environments

Develop skills in relation tocoaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff

Acts as an excellent role model byupholding and implementing good practice in the Responsibility forfinancial and/or physical resources

Exercise personal duty of care inthe safe use and storage of equipment

Be environmentally aware and prudentin use of resources and energy

Safely carry out moving and handlingof individuals and equipment

Use electronic resources to input,save and retrieve information making use of eRecord systems Responsibility for administration

Develop skills to maintainprofessional standards of record keeping

Follow all information governanceguidance and policies

Maintain confidentiality as outlinedwithin data protection policies

Document all care given inaccordance with Livewell Responsibility forpeople who use our services

Work in an effective and organisedmanner demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills toeffectively deliver person-centred care for an allocated group of individuals

To uphold at all times LivewellSouthwests values of being Kind, Respectful, Inclusive, Ambitious andResponsible.

Follow treatment plans determined bythe Registered Nurse or registered care professional

Plan and manage competing demands ofjob role, study and placement activities

Safely carry out moving and handlingof individuals and equipment

Exercise personal responsibility andwork independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiativein a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skillsconsistent with the roles, responsibilities and professional values of a TraineeNursing Associate

Exercise judgment in assessingservice users condition, comfort and wellbeingusing analysis of a range of possible factors

Work with a Practice Assessor andPractice supervisor to take responsibility for developing own clinicalcompetence and reflective practice within the workplace, while on placementsand through attending the Nursing Associate Training Programme

Work to standard operatingprocedures with registered care professional available for reference

Be responsible and accountable forown practice, working within limits of competence and within professionalboundaries

Raises any concerns to a registeredcare professional or appropriate person

Develop skills in relation tocoaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff

Seeks support / guidance in timelymanner if any difficulties are encountered

Acts as an excellent role model byupholding and implementing good practice in the workplace.

Recognises and either directlychallenges or seeks support to challenge any poor practice observed

Work as part of a designatedclinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of theindividual

Contribute to the delivery of complex care as prescribed by theregistered nurse

Carry out specific delegatedclinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency,under the direction and supervision of aregistered nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting)

Develop understanding of allelements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse inthe on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care

Support individuals with all aspects of careincluding daily living, providing individualised care and promotingindependence

Demonstrate the ability to recognisechanging priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse orother registered care professionals as appropriate

Report back and share informationwith the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responsesof individuals

Recognise issues relating tosafeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or concernsto the appropriate registered care professional

Assist in the assessment of andcontribute to the management of risk across several areas within the careenvironment

Assist in the implementation ofappropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological,social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers

Develop a working knowledge of otherproviders resources and referral systems to ensure individuals needs are met,within scope of practice

Demonstrate good understanding ofthe Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and apply principles toeveryday practice seeking advice / guidance from the Registered Nurse asrequired

Document all care given in accordancewith Livewell Southwest policy

Contribute to the implementation and monitoring of clinicalstandards and outcomes

Report concerns regarding health andsafety issues within the working environment to the appropriate staff

Demonstrate a high standard of carewithin a Quality and Safety framework

Deal safely and effectively, inaccordance with Livewell Southwest policy, exposure to hazards and highlyunpleasant working conditions including face to face physical/ verbalaggressive behaviour from patients or relatives and contact with body fluids,using the incident reporting system to report any incidents or near Responsibility forimplementation ofpolicy and/or service developments

Promote health and safetymaintaining best practice in health, safety and security

Report any accidents or incidents asper Livewell policy

Share ideas with colleagues toimprove care

Contribute to the improvement ofservice by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of others

Adhere to legislation, policies,procedures and guidelines both local and national

Regularly attend workplace and staffengagement meetings and contribute positively to discussions about theimprovement of care

Advocate the role of the Nursingassociate

Provide feedback to assist in theevaluation of the Nursing Associate programme

Participate in audits and surveysrelating to nursing practice or patient satisfaction as required

Participate in the completion ofplacement evaluation feedback forms

Participate in achieving nursingperformance indicators using clinical assurance tools

Work within the organisationalpolicy, procedures and Other Responsibilities

Complete the Aspire Programme

To take part in regular performanceappraisal

To undertake any training requiredin order to maintain competency including mandatory training, ManualHandling

To contribute to and work within asafe working environment

The post holder is expected tocomply with Livewell Southwest Infection Control Policies and conducthim/herself at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcareassociated infection

Works in partnership with manager todevelop and deliver on Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant andTime-bound (SMART) objectives at annual appraisal and personal developmentplanning meeting

Takes responsibility for organisingand attending statutory / mandatory updates in accordance with organisationalrequirements

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in a care setting
  • Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

  • Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff

Qualifications

Essential

  • Essential induction, BLS and anaphylaxis, complex manual handling and conflict resolution.
  • GCSEs grade 4-9 in English and Maths OR Functional skills level 2 in English and Maths, evidenced by certificate of achievement
  • Level 3 qualification Alevel or NVQ level 3 evidenced by certificate of achievement.
  • The written support of your clinical team manager to undertake the programme

Additional

Essential

  • Ability to complete placements in external organisations and work the specific shift pattern linked to the placement area
  • Flexible and adaptable

Knowledge

Essential

  • To have an understanding of and uphold at all times Livewell Southwests Values of being Kind, Respectful, Inclusive, Ambitious and Responsible
  • Understanding of evidence based practice
  • Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
  • Intermediate IT skills
  • Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing
  • Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-learning
  • Awareness and understanding of the NMC standards of proficiency for Nursing Associates

Specific Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
  • Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent written skills
  • Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
  • Demonstrable ability to study at Higher Education Level and a commitment to completing the Foundation Degree programme
  • Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
  • Ability to communicate with members of the public and health care providers
  • Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
  • Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme
  • Ability to manage academic, work and training commitments

Desirable

  • Self- Awareness of own strengths and development needs
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in a care setting
  • Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

  • Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff

Qualifications

Essential

  • Essential induction, BLS and anaphylaxis, complex manual handling and conflict resolution.
  • GCSEs grade 4-9 in English and Maths OR Functional skills level 2 in English and Maths, evidenced by certificate of achievement
  • Level 3 qualification Alevel or NVQ level 3 evidenced by certificate of achievement.
  • The written support of your clinical team manager to undertake the programme

Additional

Essential

  • Ability to complete placements in external organisations and work the specific shift pattern linked to the placement area
  • Flexible and adaptable

Knowledge

Essential

  • To have an understanding of and uphold at all times Livewell Southwests Values of being Kind, Respectful, Inclusive, Ambitious and Responsible
  • Understanding of evidence based practice
  • Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
  • Intermediate IT skills
  • Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing
  • Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-learning
  • Awareness and understanding of the NMC standards of proficiency for Nursing Associates

Specific Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
  • Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent written skills
  • Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
  • Demonstrable ability to study at Higher Education Level and a commitment to completing the Foundation Degree programme
  • Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
  • Ability to communicate with members of the public and health care providers
  • Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
  • Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme
  • Ability to manage academic, work and training commitments

Desirable

  • Self- Awareness of own strengths and development needs

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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) .