Job summary 12 Months Fixed Term / Secondment Opportunity Interview Date: TBC An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual who has a passion for training and working with staff to deliver certified training in order to support them in delivering care to patients with complex needs at Barnsley Hospital NHS Trust. This is a new post for the Trust and will therefore provide you with an amazing opportunity to develop the role and the service. Applications for this post are invited from individuals who have experience in dealing with complex situations and will be delivering training to a number of staff. Applicants will be expected to undertake a certified external course and support staff to work through a number of modules. We are looking for a dynamic, forward thinking individual who is flexible, self-motivated, reliable, a good team player and leader. You will be committed to developing your practice and that of others to ensure that the Barnsley patients receive a high standard of care. Main duties of the job Main duties include: To be involved/contribute in the promotion and implementation of the Trust policies on the management of non-deliberate violence and aggression. To facilitate certified training safely and effectively in line with Health & Safety legislation and National guidance - Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) standards. To report training compliance rates and alert the Head of Nursing Quality to any issues as they arise. Ensure that patient experience of safety, privacy and dignity within the organisation is enhanced though the provision of effective mandatory education programs for all relevant staff. Support and contribute to the audit programme with regard to incidents of non-deliberate violence and aggression ensuring results are published and shared, and that lessons learned, and improvement are evidenced. Advise staff on the preparation of risk management plans to reduce and manage non-deliberate violence and aggression as directed by the personal safety lead. Attend meetings as directed by line managers to provide advice on personal safety and management and reduction of non-deliberate violence and aggression in the workplace. Represent the organisation on a national basis. At the request of line manager/ or in absence of line manager for such meetings. To assist Head of Nursing Quality and VPR Lead in developing joint training initiatives with other organisations as appropriate if required For a full list of responsibilities, please see the attached job description. About us Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Certificates of Sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9163-4322E-02-25 Job locations Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Job description Job responsibilities Job Description for Non-Deliberate Violence and Aggression Reduction Facilitator Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Supporting Documents Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation. Job description Job responsibilities Job Description for Non-Deliberate Violence and Aggression Reduction Facilitator Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Supporting Documents Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation. Person Specification Experience Essential Significant general NHS/public sector experience Experience of working with people in sensitive and emotional situations Demonstrate experience of delivering skills based training to a variety of differing job roles Experience of working independently and in a team orientated collaborative environment Desirable Experience of working in a healthcare setting with multidisciplinary teams across organisational boundaries Other Factors Essential A commitment to learning and undertaking personal development opportunities with Evidence of regular attendance at relevant training and professional development, events and activities Knowledge and Awareness Essential Knowledge acquired through relevant Degree/or equivalent experience to degree level and working knowledge within Health & Safety / violence and aggression An understanding of current challenges that NHS organisations face in terms of violence and aggression Awareness of Health and Safety requirements, relevant legislation, requirements and Department of Health guidelines Demonstrate relevant knowledge of legal issues Translate theoretical knowledge of specific subject into appropriate healthcare context Able to demonstrate an understanding of the risk assessment process Understanding of the need for confidentiality Knowledge of audit, research and development Awareness of own limitations Desirable Shows enthusiasm for developing a safety conscious culture Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to manipulate and interpret data The ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with a wide range of stakeholders Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate in difficult and emotional situations with empathy and professionalism Ability to recognise what a patient safety issue/risk is and the implications, Ability to plan organize and prioritise conflicting and fluctuating workload around competing complex priorities whilst meeting targets and deadlines Ability to work methodically and collate complex information with attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Ability to identify areas for collaborative working where there may be resistance to change using Influencing, negotiating and motivating skills The ability to facilitate workshops/forums/learning events in a scripted and non-scripted environment Qualifications Essential 5 GCSE level including English/Maths at grade C or equivalent e.g. functional skills level 2 in English/Maths or Key Skills Level 2 Communication (Literacy)/Application of Number (Numeracy). Or evidence from NARIC of equivalent English/Maths (A-C) Skills based training/qualification or relevant experience Completion of MAYBO certified Train the trainer or willing to work towards Desirable Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development Trust Values Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe how you encourage a culture of continuous improvement. Person Specification Experience Essential Significant general NHS/public sector experience Experience of working with people in sensitive and emotional situations Demonstrate experience of delivering skills based training to a variety of differing job roles Experience of working independently and in a team orientated collaborative environment Desirable Experience of working in a healthcare setting with multidisciplinary teams across organisational boundaries Other Factors Essential A commitment to learning and undertaking personal development opportunities with Evidence of regular attendance at relevant training and professional development, events and activities Knowledge and Awareness Essential Knowledge acquired through relevant Degree/or equivalent experience to degree level and working knowledge within Health & Safety / violence and aggression An understanding of current challenges that NHS organisations face in terms of violence and aggression Awareness of Health and Safety requirements, relevant legislation, requirements and Department of Health guidelines Demonstrate relevant knowledge of legal issues Translate theoretical knowledge of specific subject into appropriate healthcare context Able to demonstrate an understanding of the risk assessment process Understanding of the need for confidentiality Knowledge of audit, research and development Awareness of own limitations Desirable Shows enthusiasm for developing a safety conscious culture Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to manipulate and interpret data The ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with a wide range of stakeholders Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate in difficult and emotional situations with empathy and professionalism Ability to recognise what a patient safety issue/risk is and the implications, Ability to plan organize and prioritise conflicting and fluctuating workload around competing complex priorities whilst meeting targets and deadlines Ability to work methodically and collate complex information with attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Ability to identify areas for collaborative working where there may be resistance to change using Influencing, negotiating and motivating skills The ability to facilitate workshops/forums/learning events in a scripted and non-scripted environment Qualifications Essential 5 GCSE level including English/Maths at grade C or equivalent e.g. functional skills level 2 in English/Maths or Key Skills Level 2 Communication (Literacy)/Application of Number (Numeracy). Or evidence from NARIC of equivalent English/Maths (A-C) Skills based training/qualification or relevant experience Completion of MAYBO certified Train the trainer or willing to work towards Desirable Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development Trust Values Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe how you encourage a culture of continuous improvement. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications 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). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications 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). Employer details Employer name Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)