**If you are an external applicant and successfully appointed to this role you could receive �4,500 in recruitment and retention payments (T& Cs apply)**

**We offer a relocation package of up to �8,000** (T& Cs apply)**

Are you a Registered Nurse with a drive to create change and enhance the lives of adults with learning disabilities?

Are you looking for a New Challenge? Or want to take your career in a new direction?

We have a Band 5 registered nurse vacancy at ouroutstanding CQC ratedAssessment and Treatment unit for adults with learning disabilities in Macclesfield.

Our Assessment and Treatment units support adults with a learning disability, autism, adhd and complex physical health issues. Admissions are aimed to be short-term for individuals requiring a period of intensive assessment and treatment with the development of robust transition plans to support discharge to future placements?

Do you want to be part of an enthusiastic and person-centred MDT?

You will work closely alongside a range of specialist professionals across differing locations in order to achieve the best person-centred outcomes for a patients admission and future.

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHSFoundation Trust are committed to career development and the development of evidenced based practice through research and actively encourage and support staff in these areas.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to work within a multi professional framework, being named nurse for adult service users with learning disabilities and complex needs. The post holder will work within a hierarchical structure, under the supervision of the Manager/Deputy Manager.

As a Staff Nurse you will be required to take charge of the shift and offer management supervision sessions to the Clinical Support Workers who are assigned to you.

The successful candidate will be encouraged to excel within their nursing role and we offer a number of development opportunities both internally through our education department and externally though a range of colleges and universities we are associated with.

There is also opportunity for further training and development as part of career development, full preceptorship will be given to those who are newly qualified.

The ideal candidates must have strong and positive values, be enthusiastic, have good communication skills and able to build effective working relationships within a multi-disciplinary team.

As the ward is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the 11.5 hour shifts will include both days and nights (Days 07:30-20:00 and Nights 19:30-08:00).

About us

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CWP) supports thousands of vulnerable people across Cheshire and Merseyside. We provide physical, mental health and learning disability services to a total population of around one million people.

We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or you are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.

CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description for a full copy.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification)andvalues.

To ensure that we continue to provide Outstanding for Care (as recently been awarded by CQC), CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment ,which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. A Guide to completing your application form can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.

The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.

If your disability meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please also inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

All new clinical support staff will be required to have completed or working towards the Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 6 months of start date).

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. Please note that DBS costs will be waived for applicants who are being recruited for COVID-19 reasons.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of �13 per year applies. Please see attached Update Service Applicant Guide document for further information.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100 and quote the vacancy reference number.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN / RNLD
• First Level Nurse
• Specific courses related to L.D
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing training

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Ability to asses/Plan/Evaluate care to clients and carers
• Ability to direct and manage the work of others within the identified team
• Support clients in crisis
• Excellent record keeping
• Ability to chair a meetings and lead a team E.G. CPA
• Deliver training to other professionals and services

Desirable

• Special interests related to current service developments

Experience

Essential

• Had experience of working with adults with a Learning Disability, within a respite setting
• Direct experience of working with clients with complex needs I.E. Challenging behaviour, epilepsy, mental health problems, continuing health care
• Positive attitude to people with L.D
• Awareness of current issues
• Awareness of relevant legislation
• Appreciation of governance
• Participation in service developments
• Experience in quality initiatives

Analytical and judgemental skills

Essential

• Ability to interpret complex facts or situations requiring analysis and ability to compare a range of options

Employer details

Employer name

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Greenways A& T Ward

Macclesfield

SK11 8HE

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