Supportive and innovative culture that fosters personal and professional development.
Opportunities for additional training tailored to individual staff needs and interests.
Focus on trauma-informed and least restrictive practices, ensuring high-quality, safe patient care.
Direct engagement with service users to promote recovery and well-being in alignment with care plans.
Active involvement in reducing restrictive practices and enhancing therapeutic environments.
Part of a large, diverse organization with over 6,400 staff across more than 160 locations, promoting a collaborative work environment.
Work in one of the world's most vibrant and welcoming regions, with access to beautiful countryside and urban amenities.
The role of STR Worker at Meadowbrook with Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust involves direct engagement with service users to support their recovery and promote health and well-being according to their care plans. Working under the guidance of the Line Manager or Senior Practitioner, the STR Worker assists the clinical team in delivering both individual and group activities, tailored to patients' interests and skill development. The position emphasises a trauma-informed and least restrictive approach aimed at reducing restrictive practices and fostering a safe, therapeutic environment for patients within the facility's various wards.
Meadowbrook offers a supportive and innovative culture that encourages professional growth and continuous training for its staff. As part of Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, which employs over 6,400 professionals across multiple locations, the STR Worker role contributes to the broader mission of providing high-quality mental health care in the region. Interested candidates can reach out to Operational Manager Lauren Roberts for more information or informal visits.
Meadowbrook offers a supportive and innovative culture that encourages professional growth and continuous training for its staff. As part of Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, which employs over 6,400 professionals across multiple locations, the STR Worker role contributes to the broader mission of providing high-quality mental health care in the region. Interested candidates can reach out to Operational Manager Lauren Roberts for more information or informal visits.
Supportive and innovative culture that fosters personal and professional development.
Opportunities for additional training tailored to individual staff needs and interests.
Focus on trauma-informed and least restrictive practices, ensuring high-quality, safe patient care.
Direct engagement with service users to promote recovery and well-being in alignment with care plans.
Active involvement in reducing restrictive practices and enhancing therapeutic environments.
Part of a large, diverse organization with over 6,400 staff across more than 160 locations, promoting a collaborative work environment.
Work in one of the world's most vibrant and welcoming regions, with access to beautiful countryside and urban amenities.
Meadowbrook has four wards, which are: Chaucer Ward, Eagleton Ward, Keats Ward and Maccoll Ward. Chaucer Ward is an 8 bedded male psychiatric intensive care unit. Eagleton ward is a 19 bedded male acute ward for Salford patients. Keats ward is a 22 bedded female acute ward. Maccoll Ward is a 18 bedded male acute ward for Salford and Manchester patients.
Meadowbrook prides itself on the supportive and innovative culture that supports the staff in their personal and professional development. There are always opportunities for staff to receive additional training in relation to each staff members needs and interests. This is on top of the local band 5 development training. Meadowbrook has a adopted a trauma informed and least restrictive approach to ensure high quality and safe patient care.
To work directly with service users to provide Support, and give Time to engage them in their Recovery and promote health and well being in line with their care plan, under the direction of the Line Manager/Senior Practitioner on duty.
You will support the clinical team to provide individual and group activities, based on interests and building skills, to the patient group on Irwell. The STR role also requires active involvement in planning and implementing interventions aimed at reducing restrictive practice and promoting a safe and therapeutic environment.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lauren Roberts Job title: Operational Manager Email address:
Meadowbrook prides itself on the supportive and innovative culture that supports the staff in their personal and professional development. There are always opportunities for staff to receive additional training in relation to each staff members needs and interests. This is on top of the local band 5 development training. Meadowbrook has a adopted a trauma informed and least restrictive approach to ensure high quality and safe patient care.
To work directly with service users to provide Support, and give Time to engage them in their Recovery and promote health and well being in line with their care plan, under the direction of the Line Manager/Senior Practitioner on duty.
You will support the clinical team to provide individual and group activities, based on interests and building skills, to the patient group on Irwell. The STR role also requires active involvement in planning and implementing interventions aimed at reducing restrictive practice and promoting a safe and therapeutic environment.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lauren Roberts Job title: Operational Manager Email address:
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Working as a Skilled Trades Representative (STR) Worker in the UK often encompasses a variety of roles, and the specific skills required can vary depending on the particular trade you are involved in. However, here are general skills and qualifications that are commonly needed:
General Skills:
1. Technical Skills: Proficiency in specific trades such as plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, HVAC, or masonry, depending on your specialization.
2. Problem-Solving Abilities: Capacity to identify issues and come up with effective solutions.
3. Attention to Detail: Precision is often critical in trade work to ensure safety and quality.
4. Physical Stamina: Many trade jobs require physical strength and the ability to perform manual labor for long hours.
5. Health and Safety Awareness: Knowledge of health and safety regulations to ensure that work is carried out without risk to oneself and others.
6. Communication Skills: Ability to explain technical information clearly to clients or team members.
7. Customer Service Skills: Ability to work with clients and understand their needs and concerns.
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1. NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or 3: Relevant qualifications in your specific trade area may be required, often gained through apprenticeships or college programs.
2. CSCS Card: A Construction Skills Certification Scheme card may be necessary for construction site workers in the UK.
3. Additional Certifications: Depending on the trade, you may need additional certifications (e.g., NICEIC for electricians, Gas Safe for gas engineers).
4. Driving License: A valid UK driving license is often necessary, particularly if the job requires traveling between sites.
Experience:
1. Apprenticeship: Completing an apprenticeship in your chosen trade can provide practical experience and improve your employability.
2. Work Experience: Hands-on experience in your field is highly valuable, whether through previous jobs, internships, or volunteering.
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