Job summary Join Our Team and Make a Difference We are thrilled to announce a newly created position that offers an incredible opportunity for a passionate candidate to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Blended Roles initiative across Heywood, Middleton, and Rochdale Adult Community Services. As a Facilitator, you won't just be a part of the processyou'll be at the forefront of training development and delivery that empowers our dedicated non-registered care staff. Your contributions will enhance the skills and knowledge of those serving our adult community, enabling them to provide elevated levels of care and support to clients in their own homes and within care homes. What's in it for you? Lead the charge in transforming adult care services. Play a crucial role in creating and delivering meaningful training programs Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who share your passion for making a positive impact If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey where your skills and enthusiasm can truly shine, we want to hear from you Together, we can elevate the standard of care and support in our communities. Apply now and let's make a difference together. Main duties of the job If you are ready to elevate your nursing career then we are seeking a dynamic Lead Nurse Representative for the Locality Board Blended Roles initiative. In this vital position, you'll ensure national quality standards are met and exceeded within our development programs across integrated neighbourhood teams and the independent care sector. Key Responsibilities: Lead with Impact: Guide and maintain high standards of care and training within our Blended Roles initiatives Forge Partnerships: Identify and promote collaboration opportunities with diverse professional groups and agencies to enhance education and development in community care Strengthen Relationships: Foster integrated working relationships among all partners involved in neighbourhood-based care delivery Drive Continuous Improvement: Maximize learning opportunities by evaluating training and development programs, implementing changes based on evidence gathered If you're passionate about raising care standards and making a meaningful difference in your community, we want to hear from you. About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 236-RCO-NM017-24 Job locations Heywood Middleton and Rochdale Adult Community Services Whitehall Street Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale OL12 0NB Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Person Specification Qualitfications Essential First Degree or equivalent experience Desirable Masters degree or equivalent experience in relevant discipline Knowledge Training & Experience Essential Knowledge of different methods/ styles for teaching and learning In depth knowledge of Quality Assurance principles and framework Knowledge of clinical accountability and delegation Broad range of clinical experience Community Nursing experience Experience of teaching, supervising and assessing colleagues in practice Skills and Ability Essential Ability to motivate and enthuse others Excellent oral and written skills and personal presentation skills Ability to work across traditional boundaries and integrated services, including private and voluntary sectors Ability to support the learning and development of others Ability to analyse and interpret data/evidence and apply to practice Person Specification Qualitfications Essential First Degree or equivalent experience Desirable Masters degree or equivalent experience in relevant discipline Knowledge Training & Experience Essential Knowledge of different methods/ styles for teaching and learning In depth knowledge of Quality Assurance principles and framework Knowledge of clinical accountability and delegation Broad range of clinical experience Community Nursing experience Experience of teaching, supervising and assessing colleagues in practice Skills and Ability Essential Ability to motivate and enthuse others Excellent oral and written skills and personal presentation skills Ability to work across traditional boundaries and integrated services, including private and voluntary sectors Ability to support the learning and development of others Ability to analyse and interpret data/evidence and apply to practice 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). 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. 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). 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 Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Heywood Middleton and Rochdale Adult Community Services Whitehall Street Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale OL12 0NB Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)