Placement Coordinator

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Sep 8

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior & Mid Level
People, HR & Administration
Education & Teaching
Plymouth, +1

Requirements

- Directorate staff including Head of Education, Deputy Head of Education and Education Programmes Lead
- Liaise directly with the Clinical Programmes Team
- Liaise with multi-professional staff working within the Trust and the wider South Devon Health Community
- Engage with student groups
- Partnership working with educational providers: University of Plymouth, University of Exeter (HEIs), Colleges and Schools
- Other health trusts, social care sector and independent sector as required within the Peninsula
- To liaise with external partners such as the Universities and Colleges
- To be able to deal with complex queries independently and refer to senior colleagues when queries are outside their sphere of knowledge to ensure information is accurate
- Attend team meetings and provide detailed updates regarding placement capacity
- Able to work autonomously and manage their own workload
- Develops, implements and sets up own administrative processes
- Is able to problem solve on a daily basis and react appropriately to changing demands both internally and externally
- Works on own initiative and prioritise own workload
- Works as part of a team both internally and externally with HEIs
- Is flexible and adaptable
- Maintains effective administration services
- Maintains and updates all databases to ensure accuracy of information
- Ensures that placements and numbers are planned in advance to support capacity working with placement leads within the directorate
- Implement and update systems for monitoring and analysing safer systems of work through audit
- Ensure all appropriate data is recorded and easily obtainable for quality assurance purposes i.e data which is required by Health Education England (HEE) data for contractually linked projects and for Board and other Trust reports
- Responsible for maintaining administration and recording systems and documentation
- The Trust operates a range of policies, e.g. Human Resources, Clinical Practice (available on the Trust intranet)
- All Trust employees must observe and adhere to the provisions outlined in these policies
- As a Trust employee you are expected to work in accordance with the Trust's values
- Maintain professional competence, keeping abreast of developments in Health & Safety legislation, professional guidance and appropriate research
- Participate in further training and attend approved courses as necessary to maintain a high level of professional expertise

Responsibilities

- Directorate staff including Head of Education, Deputy Head of Education and Education Programmes Lead
- Liaise directly with the Clinical Programmes Team
- Liaise with multi-professional staff working within the Trust and the wider South Devon Health Community.
- Engage with student groups.
- Partnership working with educational providers: University of Plymouth University of Exeter (HEIs) Colleges and Schools.
- Other health trusts, social care sector and independent sector as required within the Peninsula.
- To liaise with external partners such as the Universities and Colleges
- To be able to deal with complex queries independently and refer to senior colleagues when queries are outside their sphere of knowledge to ensure information is accurate.
- Attend team meetings and provide detailed updates regarding placement capacity
- Able to work autonomously and manage their own workload
- Develops, implements and sets up own administrative processes
- Is able to problem solve on a daily basis and react appropriately to changing demands both internally and externally
- Works on own initiative and prioritise own workload.
- Works as part of a team both internally and externally with HEIs
- Is flexible and adaptable.
- Maintains effective administration services
- Maintains and updates all databases to ensure accuracy of information
- Ensures that placements and numbers are planned in advance to support capacity working with placement leads within the directorate.
- Implement and update systems for monitoring and analysing safer systems of work through audit.
- Ensure all appropriate data is recorded and easily obtainable for quality assurance purposes i.e data which is required by Health Education England (HEE) data for contractually linked projects and for Board and other Trust reports
- Responsible for maintaining administration and recording systems and documentation.
- The Trust operates a range of policies, e.g. Human Resources, Clinical Practice (available on the Trust intranet).
- All Trust employees must observe and adhere to the provisions outlined in these policies.
- As a Trust employee you are expected to work in accordance with the Trusts values.
- Maintain professional competence, keeping abreast of developments in Health & Safety legislation, professional guidance and appropriate research.
- Participate in further training and attend approved courses as necessary to maintain a high level of professional expertise.

FAQs

What role does the Placement Coordinator play in the organization?

The Placement Coordinator is responsible for liaising with various stakeholders, managing placements, and ensuring effective communication between educational providers and the Trust.

Who does the Placement Coordinator communicate with regularly?

The Placement Coordinator communicates with directorate staff, clinical programmes teams, multi-professional staff, student groups, and partners from educational providers such as universities and colleges.

What skills are required for the Placement Coordinator role?

The Placement Coordinator should possess strong problem-solving abilities, the ability to work autonomously, effective communication skills, and the capability to manage and prioritize their own workload.

Is the Placement Coordinator responsible for maintaining databases?

Yes, the Placement Coordinator is responsible for maintaining and updating all databases to ensure the accuracy of information related to placements.

What kind of training is expected for the Placement Coordinator?

The Placement Coordinator is expected to participate in further training and attend approved courses to maintain a high level of professional expertise and keep abreast of developments in relevant legislation and professional guidance.

How does the Placement Coordinator ensure the quality of placement data?

The Placement Coordinator ensures that all appropriate data is recorded and easily obtainable for quality assurance by implementing and updating systems for monitoring and analyzing safer systems of work through audit.

What is the importance of partnership working in this role?

Partnership working is crucial for the Placement Coordinator as it involves collaborating with educational providers, other health trusts, and social care sectors, helping facilitate effective placements and training opportunities for students.

Are there any specific policies that the Placement Coordinator must adhere to?

Yes, the Placement Coordinator must observe and adhere to various Trust policies, including those related to Human Resources and Clinical Practice.

Does the Placement Coordinator have autonomy in their role?

Yes, the Placement Coordinator works autonomously, managing their own workload and developing their own administrative processes.

What should the Placement Coordinator do when faced with complex queries?

The Placement Coordinator should deal with complex queries independently and refer to senior colleagues when the queries are outside their sphere of knowledge to ensure accurate information is provided.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Better health and care for all

Science & Healthcare

Industry

5001-10,000

Employees

1948

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organisation in the UK that provides a wide range of medical and community services. This includes hospital care, community health services, adult social care, and mental health support across Torbay and South Devon. The Trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring patients and their families receive seamless, integrated support. Their purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the local community by offering personalised, patient-centred care.