Job summary We are recruiting for a Trusted Assessor to join our Transfer of Care Hub here on the Isle of Wight. The ToCH is a small multidisciplinary team that was set up to offer assessment of care and rehabilitation needs for patients who have deteriorated during an inpatient admission. The role is varied and incorporates assessment of patients with varying levels of care, from a short-term package of care within their own home to a long term need or intensive rehabilitation. The team works alongside the Isle of Wight Acute Trust; Local Authority, Integrated Care Board, charities and care providers. This is a fixed term/secondment opportunity with a fixed end date of 31st March 2025. Main duties of the job To assess patients in the Acute hospital and to support flow from the Acute beds to the patient's homes with appropriate care or community bedded settings. To communicate work with all areas of the IDT and the MDT to achieve the best outcome for patients' All actions are in line with NMC / HCPC codes and other statutory and organisational standards. Educate and support staff. Identify staff development needs through the appraisal process. As a senior member of the team, act as a role model to all members of staff, students and visitors. Support the Regaining Independence team to manage & monitor clinical standards in line with the Trust policies through audit process. To provide information, including data, performance and notification of incidents and accidents as required. Initiate the investigation of concerns related to poor clinical practice or staff management. Escalate all concerns when there is a concern over the care being delivered by an individual to the appropriate Regaining Independence lead. About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Date posted 24 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 2 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 348-IOW-7119 Job locations St. Mary's Hospital (IOW) Parkhurst Road Newport Isle of Wight PO30 5TG Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. 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 responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Clinician with current NMC or HCPC registration. ENB 998 or other mentorship qualification; Minimum of 2 years relevant post basic clinical experience. Desirable Completion of work based competency modules Completion of required The Trusts mandatory training updates Experience Essential Physically capable of performing the role and responsibilities expected of the post holder e.g. manual handling of patients Professional/role model Flexible Good interpersonal skills Ability to motivate others and maintain own motivation Can demonstrate the key competencies of the Employees Qualities Framework Ability to effectively organise workload Ability to practice independently; ability to take responsibility and show evidence of leadership skills Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances; Able to work autonomously and lead others, demonstrating awareness of own limitations and seeks out appropriate advice and support. Desirable Promote monitor and maintain best practice in health, safety and security Contribute to the improvement of services Assess health and wellbeing needs and develop, monitor and review care plans to meet specific needs Enable people to learn and develop Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of environments, buildings and/or items Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Clinician with current NMC or HCPC registration. ENB 998 or other mentorship qualification; Minimum of 2 years relevant post basic clinical experience. Desirable Completion of work based competency modules Completion of required The Trusts mandatory training updates Experience Essential Physically capable of performing the role and responsibilities expected of the post holder e.g. manual handling of patients Professional/role model Flexible Good interpersonal skills Ability to motivate others and maintain own motivation Can demonstrate the key competencies of the Employees Qualities Framework Ability to effectively organise workload Ability to practice independently; ability to take responsibility and show evidence of leadership skills Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances; Able to work autonomously and lead others, demonstrating awareness of own limitations and seeks out appropriate advice and support. Desirable Promote monitor and maintain best practice in health, safety and security Contribute to the improvement of services Assess health and wellbeing needs and develop, monitor and review care plans to meet specific needs Enable people to learn and develop Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of environments, buildings and/or items 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address St. Mary's Hospital (IOW) Parkhurst Road Newport Isle of Wight PO30 5TG Employer's website https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)