Job summaryA new and exciting development opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, well-motivated individual to join the leadership team on Hillcrest ward. This is a highly valued, rewarding, and challenging role with opportunities to improve the delivery of inpatient services.Hillcrest ward is an acute Mental Health Ward situated in Redditch and provides inpatient services across Worcestershire. It is a vital service for supporting those with mental health difficulties of varying complexities. The ward is supported by an established Medical team who will continue to support the wider MDT.Hillcrest ward has a number of projects focusing on clinical leadership, operational management and strategic planning which will offer many opportunities for professional development. The ward has and continues to have ongoing environmental works which enhance the patient experience, ward safety and therapeutic facilitation.What really excites us is that in the next 12 months the ward will move from its current stand-alone site in Redditch, to a newly refurbished purpose-built acute ward on the Elgar site in Worcester (please make sure you are able to work in Worcester before applying for this role in Redditch!). Here there will be 3 wards in total, allowing us to further our offer of safe, sustainable, and quality therapeutic mental health care to our patients.Main duties of the jobOpportunities to transition from one ward to another do not come up very often in the career of health professionals and we would love you to be part of that experience with us helping us to shape a culture of care we are proud of in a new setting.The role will include a combination of clinical and operational duties which will support the maintenance of quality and standards for patient experiences. The role will consist of a strong staff focus, inclusive of HR Processes, rostering and the facilitation of staff Appraisals.The role will include clinical shifts and management shifts and duties will include;Maintaining high standards of patient care ensuring all patients individuality, dignity and privacy is maintainedProviding key leadership for the management of day to day duties and patient facing careCompleting operational duties such as the Health roster, provide line management supervision and complete staff appraisals to ensure developmental opportunities are captured.Ensuring that each patient receives an individual clinical assessment which is the subject of a regularly updated care plan that, wherever practicable, is formulated in conjunction with the patient.Ensuring that information regarding patients needs and progress are communicated promptly and accurately to their relatives and carers having due regard for confidentiality.Maintaining high standards of patient care ensuring all patients individuality, dignity and privacy is maintained at all times.About usAt Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.What we offer27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long serviceGenerous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hoursFlexible and agile working opportunitiesGreat maternity, paternity, and adoption supportWide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemesHealth and wellbeing opportunitiesIf you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.Person SpecificationExperienceEssentialExperience in a qualified position preferably gained in more than one areaDesirableManagement of staff of varying professionsSkills & AbilitiesEssentialAble to deal with a range of people in difficult and complex situationsAble to pass on information in a timely and coherent manner, whilst maintaining confidentialityAbility to prioritise problems and use clinical judgment to deal with themSkilled in dealing with psychiatric emergenciesAdditional criteriaEssentialBe a strong leader by demonstrating a consistency and honesty in your approach to a variety of situations and peopleAble to meet the travel requirements of the postQualificationsEssentialRegistered with the appropriate professional bodyRegistered Mental Nurse (RMN), Registered Nurse (Mental) (RN(M)), or Occupational Therapist (OT)Evidence of continuous skills and knowledge updating (Personal Portfolio)DesirableTraining in Leadership and ManagementKnowledgeEssentialKnowledge of and the ability to apply the principles of the NMC/HCPCEvidence of recent clinical update or training relevant to the postKnowledge of national trends in mental health carePromote peoples equality, diversity and rightsKnowledge of the ageing process and related mental and physical health problemsUnderstand the roles and functions of the Crisis Resolution, Home Treatment, Assertive Outreach and Community Mental Health teams, and liaise with them appropriatelyTo be in receipt of regular clinical supervisionDisclosure 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameHerefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS TrustAddressHill CrestQuinneys LaneRedditchB98 7WGEmployer's websitehttps://careers.hacw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)