Professional Development ManagerAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced nurse to take forward our learning and development strategy. You will be accountable for maintaining the high profile of learning and development throughout the hospital. You will also support the clinical effectiveness and audit components of the clinical governance plan, and play a major role in preparing for Healthcare Commission inspections. You will have relevant clinical experience with a strong interest in education, good communication skills, be a good team-worker and the ability to motivate others. Working conditions are excellent, including involvement with other professionals. We have our own dedicated training centre in a separate building within the grounds. Salary is dependent on experience but is equivalent to NHS rates. Free, on-site parking is available. We have an active in-service programme and provide support for CPD. Closing date: 26th September 2008
Professional Development Manager Job Description Health Care AssistantsContinuing our commitment to excellence in providing patient care, we now have the opportunities to work within our friendly team. Working as a health care assistant within Holy Cross Hospital you will assist with all aspects of delivering nursing care in support of and under the direction of senior health care assistants and registered nurses. For the right candidates we can offer full or part time hours, and a competitive rate of pay. Holy Cross encourages lifelong learning for all staff and will work with you to further your educational & professional development. Healthcare Assistant Job Description Please click here to download an Application Form An enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau will be required for all applicants offered a position at Holy Cross Hospital. |
At Holy Cross we offer our employees excellent working conditions, competitive salary rates and annual leave entitlement, flexible shift patterns, encouragement to access relevant training and development opportunities, accommodation and career progression opportunities.
We are able to offer single room accommodation, on site, with shared facilities. This accommodation is not suitable for families.
Staff car parking is available free of charge, although we encourage staff to use public transport where possible.
The hospital has a staff dining room with rest areas, which is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and supper. Free tea & coffee is available to all staff on their breaks throughout the 24 hour period.
Holy Cross encourages lifelong learning for all staff and will work with you to further your educational & professional development.
We operate an open-door policy at Holy Cross and staff are free to talk to managers at any time during their hours of work, subject to their availability. Annual appraisals are carried out and as a result, all staff have their own personal development plan which sets out their learning and development objectives.
The hospital has a comprehensive training and development plan, which takes into account individual and team learning objectives. We offer support in obtaining recognised qualifications, such as NVQ and work closely with local education and training providers.
Holy Cross Hospital is proud to be recognised as an Investor in People, recognition of the standards it achieves in all aspects of employment.
Staff Induction & Appraisal
Every new member of staff will undergo a three month probationary period to help you settle into your new job/role and is reviewed at 1 & 3 months. All new staff will have an induction follow-up study day and an annual appraisal.
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Investors In People
We had good cause to celebrate when we received official confirmation that Holy Cross Hospital continues to be recognised as an Investor in People following a rigorous assessment process in April 2008.
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