Job Description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.



We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience

Job overview

This role provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Trust's use of Restrictive Interventions. Involving formation and delivery of strategies to reduce the incidence of interventions and if applied, completed meeting safety and quality standards.

Main duties of the job

Lead on the implementation and review of the Trust programme that supports the reduction of restrictive interventions and application of safe practice that meets best practice and regulatory guidancec

Lead and implement governance structures to provide assurance of the implementation and monitoring of the strategy. This includes the examination, interpretation, and effective use of data related to restrictive practices.

Lead on the development and implementation of a Reducing Restrictive Interventions (RRI) total quality management system.

Utilise quality improvement methodology to lead and coach local improvement programmes linked to Restrictive Practices (i.e., programmes to reduce use, or to meet certain standards).

In conjunction with key stakeholders, responsible for developing policy and practice in line with the principles of reducing restrictive practices and promoting recovery.

Act as the Trust representative at regional and national networks and meetings related to the reduction of restrictive interventions and development and monitoring of national standards.

Provide specialist leadership to wards and clinical colleagues in the area of restrictive interventions. This includes working alongside colleagues in the delivery of care and may involve application of physical interventions, thereby working in uncomfortable and physically cramped positions.

Governance and Assurance

The post-holder works to deliver the following outcomes:


There is a robust and rigorous system of assurance for Restrictive Interventions, in line with a quality management system approach. The postholder will ensure that the agreed framework is implemented, and staff are supported to deliver the improvements and share the learning across the Trust. Quality Management processes support clinical services to identify quality improvement goals, to report progress and meet contractual and legal obligations to ensure compliance with regulation and statute. Service users and carers are meaningfully involved. The postholder will demonstrate a proven track record of service user and carer engagement, applying co production. Continuously monitor the impact and acceptability of care delivery, questioning established practices and using innovative approaches within agreed parameters. The postholder will maintain a clinical credibility and knowledge of clinical systems and processes that can challenge staff whilst ensuring care delivery remains within accepted standards and guidance. Clinical Service Leaders are supported to apply best practice in Restrictive Interventions and overall use the QI framework to change practice to improve outcomes at a local level. The postholder will be able to plan and evaluate methods and processes for interpreting and presenting data to demonstrate changes within projects. This will include both qualitative and quantitative data. Systems for service improvement are driven by proactive clinical governance initiatives and findings from clinical audit, statutory inspections and locally agreed quality initiatives.

Professional Development and Leadership

Within the post-holder's area of responsibility:



The Professional lead for Restrictive Interventions provides visible operational and strategic leadership in the field of mental health care. Working autonomously at an advanced level, the post holder will:


Provide expert consultancy service in the understanding and use of restrictive interventions including its reporting and recording, ensuring standards meet best practice and national guidance. Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on Trust-wide relevant training topics linked to restrictive interventions and relevant protocols and policies. Provide strategic expertise on the Reducing Restrictive Interventions programme for the Trust. Represent the Trust as the lead with relevant national and regional working parties as required and with colleagues within the PMA and education teams. Be a role model for learning and development in own approach to work and career. The role is a strategic leadership role and has no direct staff reports. The role has budget responsibility where delegated within the Quality team.

Working for our organisation

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us?

We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk?

The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the job description / person specification carefully and ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience needed

Person specification

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Qualifications

Essential criteria

Registered clinician Educated to masters Degree level or equivalent demonstrable experience

Desirable criteria

Additional specialist QI training Training in PSIRF PMVA Instructor #

Experience

Essential criteria

Delivery of training Knowledge, experience and implementation of quality improvement projects and evaluation Clinical credibility in a ward environment with experience of working with challenging and complex presentations

Desirable criteria

Having experience of representing the Trust at regional and national events/meetings #

Skills

Essential criteria

Ability to motivate and support clinical staff to improve quality of services

YOUR APPLICATION



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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.


As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post may be 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 certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.


This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.