Clinical Trainer

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Clinical Trainer

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Job summaryThis role is part of the Training and Development Department who are responsible for delivering Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) to all staff working within Mental Health and Learning Disability settings.This is a physically challenging but exciting role working with a range of internal and external stakeholders. This role supports with professional development and the successful candidate should be willing to undertake 2 weeks training provided either locally or in West London along with a 3 day yearly refresher.We have a purpose-built training venue at Moorgreen Hospital Southampton although there is a expectation to provide advice, support and guidance as part of the team in clinical practice, across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.Experience of working in a Child, Adult, Forensic, Older persons Mental Health or Learning Disabilities care environment for a minimum of 2 years is essential for this role.Please contact the hiring manager if you have any questions or wish to come meet the team.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be providing support directly within Clinical Training Team, the wider Training and Development Department and in clinical settings.As a trainer you will be involved in designing, delivering and evaluating the PMVA course to ensure it meets the requirements of the Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) Training standards and supporting the trust in their approach to reducing restrictive practices.You will be responsible for delivering training and ensuring staff are confident and competent in their knowledge and skills, using assessment methods including scenarios.About usHampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas.We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we’re creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration.Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future.Job description

Job responsibilitiesFurther information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.We are happy to talk Flexible Working – all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.Job description
Job responsibilitiesFurther information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.We are happy to talk Flexible Working – all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Level 2 or 3 in health and Care (or a willingness to work towards this)
• Experience of teaching other staff or service users – this can be formal or informal teaching.
• Willingness to complete a teaching qualification such as Award in Education and Training.
• Willingness to work towards PMVA instructor status.

Desirable

• Teaching qualification i.e. PTLLS/AET
• PMVA Instructor status
• Level 1 PMVA Instructor status (or above)

ExperienceEssential

• Experience of working in a mental health or Learning Disabilities care environment.
• An awareness of current national guidance in relation to challenging behaviour/violence and aggression and the legal requirements of this, including the RRN Standards, Nice guidelines and the Mental Health Act & Use of force Act.
• Sound clinical knowledge underpinned by evidence of theoretical understanding.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of this training role.
• Evidence of ongoing personal or professional development.

Desirable

• Evidence of attendance of violence reduction skills training (ie C&R, PMVA, PRISS, sSs or similar)
• Experience and evidence of delivering a range of learning interventions, including delivery to large groups.
• Ability to plan and implement training sessions.

Additional CriteriaEssential

• Car driver and owner along with a willingness to travel potentially across the border of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare to deliver training / attend meetings.

Person Specification
QualificationsEssential

• Level 2 or 3 in health and Care (or a willingness to work towards this)
• Experience of teaching other staff or service users – this can be formal or informal teaching.
• Willingness to complete a teaching qualification such as Award in Education and Training.
• Willingness to work towards PMVA instructor status.

Desirable

• Teaching qualification i.e. PTLLS/AET
• PMVA Instructor status
• Level 1 PMVA Instructor status (or above)

ExperienceEssential

• Experience of working in a mental health or Learning Disabilities care environment.
• An awareness of current national guidance in relation to challenging behaviour/violence and aggression and the legal requirements of this, including the RRN Standards, Nice guidelines and the Mental Health Act & Use of force Act.
• Sound clinical knowledge underpinned by evidence of theoretical understanding.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of this training role.
• Evidence of ongoing personal or professional development.

Desirable

• Evidence of attendance of violence reduction skills training (ie C&R, PMVA, PRISS, sSs or similar)
• Experience and evidence of delivering a range of learning interventions, including delivery to large groups.
• Ability to plan and implement training sessions.

Additional CriteriaEssential

• Car driver and owner along with a willingness to travel potentially across the border of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare to deliver training / attend meetings.

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Employer detailsEmployer nameHampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
AddressMoorgreen HospitalBotley Road, West EndSouthamptonHampshireSO30 3JBEmployer’s website

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Location

Southampton

Job date

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 23:30:47 GMT

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