(ACCEND) Practice Facilitator, Band 7

1 month ago


Cheltenham, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

The post holder will have a key role as a senior nurse or AHP in the trust together with Lead nurses, and Line managers to support implementation of the ACCEND framework.

One in two individuals born after 1960 are affected by cancer in UK. The need for standardised approach to cancer education and increasing knowledge and confidence of the cancer care workforce is therefore important. NHS England recognised this and have developed and launched the Aspirant Cancer Career and Education Development (ACCEND) programme. The programme provides guidance on knowledge, skills, and capabilities required by all non-medical health care professionals who care for people living with cancer.

Main duties of the job

Manage, organise and coordinate the delivery of the ACCEND Framework for the cancer workforce which includes supporting Clinical Nurse Specialists, Cancer Support Workers, Cancer Allied Health Professionals .

Instigate ongoing processes for new starters and the existing workforce to embed ACCEND into practice

Identify training, competency and skills requirements of the clinical workforce, through the strategic Training Needs Analysis.

Map workforce needs against internal and external resources to ensure staff have the right skills and competencies to deliver services in line with ACCEND to improve the patient experience.

Draw on the expertise of the Somerset, Wiltshire, Avon and Gloucestershire (SWAG) Cancer Alliance ACCEND Lead, GHFT Cancer Lead Nurse, Lead CSW and other external stakeholders involved with the new ACCEND framework.

Plan, facilitate and support education, training and development for members of the workforce using internal and external resources. Set up mechanisms for the ongoing success of this.

Work closely with Lead Cancer Nurse, Cancer Lead AHP and Lead Cancer Support Worker to coordinate work to achieve and maintain ACCEND sustainably, for current and future workforce, ensuring the standards expected by external bodies are embedded in practice.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post will provide expert advice, knowledge, guidance and support to clinicians, including Clinical Nurse Specialists, Allied Health Professionals Cancer Support Workers in order to enhance care provision across the Trusts cancer services. This will be achieved through a combination of coaching, mentoring, guidance and support, to enable cancer clinicians to be fully embed the ACCEND framework.

Expected Interview Date: 8th January 2025

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Nurse with NMC registration or Allied Health Professional with HCPC registration. Holds a relevant degree in a health-related subject or relevant work experience

Experience

Essential

Experience at senior level (band 6) with evidence of contribution to developing nursing practice or education and training

Desirable

Change management and project management skills and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

Aware of contemporary issues in the wider health and nursing environment Ability to work collaboratively with a wider range of stakeholders, including members of the cancer board, divisional management teams, divisional nursing leadership teams Excellent communication/presentation/interpersonal skills

Desirable

IT skills, Word, PowerPoint, excel.

Qualities

Essential

Skills to motivate and inspire others. Ability to work independently or as a member of a team

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