NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. THIS VACANCY IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF NHS AYRSHIRE AND ARRAN An opportunity has arisen for a Violence & Aggression Specialist Trainer based at Ailsa Hospital. What you will do: In conjunction with the V&A Adviser, design, co-ordinate and deliver train the trainers courses for not only NHS Ayrshire & Arran staff, but also for other NHS Boards and external agencies Be a V&A Assessor for other NHS Boards and external agencies ensuring that potential trainers are able to safely and competently teach both the theoretical and practical aspects of training In conjunction with the V&A Adviser, facilitate and deliver annual updates to all Violence and Aggression Trainers and Key-Workers Support, motivate, monitor performance and offer advice and guidance to Violence and Aggression Trainers and Key-Workers, ensuring best practice is fully implemented and national guidelines are complied with ( the post holder will not have any direct line management responsibilities ) For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job: Educated to degree level in a relevant subject ( i.e. BsC in Violence Reduction or equivalent) or evidence of prior experience, learning and knowledge Instructors Certificate in Therapeutic Management of Aggression & Violence Consultant Trainer for Therapeutic Management of Violence & Aggression Consortium NEBOSH Certification, or equivalent qualification or substantive experience in relevant field Previous experience in delivering violence and management training within NHS, Acute or Primary Care Setting or other healthcare setting or similar For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification Hours: 37 per week If you want to find out more about the role, please contact; Colin White, V&A Adviser on 01292 885962 (Ext 15962) or via email: colin.white2aapct.scot.nhs.uk ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact JobTrain Candidate Support Hub : https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home - for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.