PMA Lead Practitioner

at  Norfolk Suffolk Foundation Trust

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people’s and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.
At any one time, around 23,000 people in Norfolk and Suffolk are receiving care and attention from the Trust. We believe in whole life care - seeing people in the context of their whole lives, understanding the importance of good physical health, friends, family, spirituality, culture, home, work, education and a sense of purpose and achievement to experience good mental health.
Nearly 3,800 full and part-time practitioners care for our service users in hospitals, in the community and in their own homes, whilst an additional 1,400+ staff provide non-clinical support, including cleaning, catering, delivering supplies, ward administration, information technology, human resources and financial services.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience.
We are committed to delivering quality driven mental health services. Every individual makes a valuable contribution. We are proud of our staff who have been commended for the care they provide. Do you value working positively, respectfully and together? If so, we’d love you to join us!
We will consider flexible working arrangements for our roles, please indicate in your application if this is something you require

JOB DESCRIPTION/PERSON SPECIFICATION

Please read the job description/person specification carefully and ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience needed.

JOB OVERVIEW

Join Our Dynamic Team: Lead the Future of Prevention and Management of Aggression Training!
The Prevention and Management of Aggression (PMA) Team trains over 5,000 staff. We have two dedicated training venues across Norfolk and Suffolk to deliver this highly specialised training.
We’re looking for an experienced leader and manager with a strong background in training and education.
You will need to have extensive experience in leading on and delivering a Bild accredited Restrictive Interventions (Restraint) training program.
We would like our PMA Lead Practitioner to:
Deliver Excellence - Lead the PMA team to provide high-quality training that exceeds statutory regulations and national best practice standards.
Collaborate - Work with stakeholders to enhance safety for staff and service users.
Drive Accreditation – Oversea the completion of our Bild accreditation and ensure the Trusts compliance with the Restraint Reduction Network Standards and Mental Health Units (Use of Force) Act 2018.
Innovate with Data - Use analytical skills to present impactful data to drive change.
Travel - You will be required to travel across Norfolk and Suffolk to deliver training and attend clinical venues to support NSFT’s shared vision.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service

MAIN DUTIES OF THE JOB

The post holder will:

• Develop and lead PMA training programmes within NSFT to meet the needs of the service that are based on national standards and guidance related to the delivery of PMA training.
• Fully participate in the development or trial of new clinical service innovations, which are evidence based.
• Observe the requirements of the code of practice Mental Health Act 2007 and embed them in training delivery.
• Maintain own expert status by developing training and improvement projects underpinned by research and legislation, participation in research as required and directed by the Professional Lead for StatMand Training.
• Provide expertise, support and advice to clinical practitioners regarding PMA interventions and techniques.
• Work alongside service managers and team leaders to identify emerging trends and areas for development within teams related to PMA and risk by means of qualitative audit.
• Provide clinical input into the Trust’s mandatory training programme, linking training into practice and practice into the current training provided.
• Provide expert advice, support and information to the organisation relating to PMA.
• Interpret national guidelines and inform local policies and procedures to achieve best practice.
• Report to the Professional Lead for StatMand Training to review, analyse and audit training and to discuss emerging national trends in relation to PMA.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION AND MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

The current Job Description is undergoing a review.
The post holder will be responsible for:

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Communication and Information Handling:
   Provide and receive complex and sensitive information.
   Communicate educational and practice information regarding PMA and risk management within NSFT and external organizations.
   Utilize various communication styles to match individuals’ understanding and cultural backgrounds.
2. Expertise and Practice:
   Demonstrate clinical expertise through personal practice and development.
   Ensure professional practice and adherence to Codes of Practice/Conduct and Trust policies.
   Always protect and maintain confidentiality.
3. Time and Workload Management:
   Manage own time and workload effectively.
   Participate in supervision and meet with relevant managers to identify and address needs or emerging trends.