Deputy Lead for Resourcing & Pastoral Care
Job Description
Job title: Deputy Lead for Resourcing & Pastoral Care
Company: NHS
Job description: To support the Matron of Pastoral Care in leading domestic and international recruitment in line with the Trust’s recruitment and resourcing strategy.Main duties of the jobTo support the Matron of Pastoral Care in leading domestic and international recruitment in line with the Trust’s recruitment and resourcing strategy. This includes working with the wider resourcing team on aspects of recruitment, immigration and recruitment campaigns with our recruitment partners. To support the programme of pastoral care by running drop-in sessions for all staff and meeting staff on a one to one basis as required. Collaborative working is vital by linking with other teams that support our workforce such as the Workforce Development Education and Training Team, Wellbeing Team, Occupational Health Team, Organisational Development Team.About usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is ‘great healthcare from great people’. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.Date posted12 September 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6SalaryDepending on experience £37, 338 – £44, 962ContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference number344-6816CORJob locationsEast Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation TrustEthelbert RoadCanterburyCT1 3NGJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesRole specific dutiesReporting to the Matron for Pastoral Care, youll be contributing to the development of workforce integration to the Trust.You will be committed to influencing the wellbeing and development of a culturally diverse workforce with an active and visible point of contact for all staff, especially new recruits to seek pastoral support throughout their employment.Key ResponsibilitiesTo support the Matron of Pastoral Care to lead international and domestic recruitment campaigns in line with the Trusts recruitment and resourcing strategy. Acting as an expert on international and domestic recruitment and best practice.To lead on pastoral care and support required for all staff across the trust.To work with the Care Groups to support the integration of the new recruits into their clinical teams, helping them to develop confidence and good working relationships with opportunities to discuss any concerns.To provide clinical leadership to ensure agency reduction delivers person-centred, safe and effective care and develops the leadership capability of others. To maintain a highly visible presence across the range of responsibilities relevant to the role.To lead on inclusive recruitment attraction strategies and plans enhancing recruitment of diverse teams and values-based recruitment as part of the Trusts People Strategy.The post holder will work closely with HR and OD colleagues on workforce development leading on projects to develop new roles and innovative ways of working to support the recruitment and retention of staff.To work with the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team to support cultural awareness.Act in accordance with your Code of Professional Conduct.Duties and ResponsibilitiesTo maintain credible links across the Care Groups and identified stakeholders to promote effective pastoral support.Be flexible and adaptive to support new staff on a group/individual basis to complete the necessary registration processes required.Contribute to all social media platforms to promote networks and information for international recruits. To prepare and present information to a wide range of audiences.The post holder will work flexibly to meet the requirements of the role.Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain appropriate professional registration in line with your Code of conduct.To play an active role in representation and promotion of the Trust Values.Develop a culture of providing and accepting constructive feedback and use this to reflect on your own practice and that of others.Recognise signs of stress and the emotional impact of care on self and others and take appropriate action, escalating to line manager as required.Promote an ethos of joint working, collaboration and mutual respect amongst all members of staff. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesRole specific dutiesReporting to the Matron for Pastoral Care, youll be contributing to the development of workforce integration to the Trust.You will be committed to influencing the wellbeing and development of a culturally diverse workforce with an active and visible point of contact for all staff, especially new recruits to seek pastoral support throughout their employment.Key ResponsibilitiesTo support the Matron of Pastoral Care to lead international and domestic recruitment campaigns in line with the Trusts recruitment and resourcing strategy. Acting as an expert on international and domestic recruitment and best practice.To lead on pastoral care and support required for all staff across the trust.To work with the Care Groups to support the integration of the new recruits into their clinical teams, helping them to develop confidence and good working relationships with opportunities to discuss any concerns.To provide clinical leadership to ensure agency reduction delivers person-centred, safe and effective care and develops the leadership capability of others. To maintain a highly visible presence across the range of responsibilities relevant to the role.To lead on inclusive recruitment attraction strategies and plans enhancing recruitment of diverse teams and values-based recruitment as part of the Trusts People Strategy.The post holder will work closely with HR and OD colleagues on workforce development leading on projects to develop new roles and innovative ways of working to support the recruitment and retention of staff.To work with the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team to support cultural awareness.Act in accordance with your Code of Professional Conduct.Duties and ResponsibilitiesTo maintain credible links across the Care Groups and identified stakeholders to promote effective pastoral support.Be flexible and adaptive to support new staff on a group/individual basis to complete the necessary registration processes required.Contribute to all social media platforms to promote networks and information for international recruits. To prepare and present information to a wide range of audiences.The post holder will work flexibly to meet the requirements of the role.Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain appropriate professional registration in line with your Code of conduct.To play an active role in representation and promotion of the Trust Values.Develop a culture of providing and accepting constructive feedback and use this to reflect on your own practice and that of others.Recognise signs of stress and the emotional impact of care on self and others and take appropriate action, escalating to line manager as required.Promote an ethos of joint working, collaboration and mutual respect amongst all members of staff.Person SpecificationEssential CriteriaEssential
- At least 2 years experience at Band 5 or above
Desirable
- commenced or completed study at Masters Level
Essential and Desirable CriteriaEssential
- Degree Level Qualification
- Registration with relevant UK professional body (NMC/HCPC)
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Experience of successfully facilitating the implementation of change
- Demonstrable experience of teaching /coaching support
Desirable
- Mental Health First Aider/Champion
- Project Management experience
- Understands the principles of Human Factors and Systems Thinking
- Evidence of delivering service improvements
- Knowledge of the Pastoral Care Quality Award
Person SpecificationEssential CriteriaEssential
- At least 2 years experience at Band 5 or above
Desirable
- commenced or completed study at Masters Level
Essential and Desirable CriteriaEssential
- Degree Level Qualification
- Registration with relevant UK professional body (NMC/HCPC)
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Experience of successfully facilitating the implementation of change
- Demonstrable experience of teaching /coaching support
Desirable
- Mental Health First Aider/Champion
- Project Management experience
- Understands the principles of Human Factors and Systems Thinking
- Evidence of delivering service improvements
- Knowledge of the Pastoral Care Quality Award
Expected salary: £37338 – 44962 per year
Location: Canterbury
