Deputy Designated Clinical Officer: Sponsorship Available
Job Title: Deputy Designated Clinical Officer
Employer: NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom
Salary/Rate: 49,387 to 56,515 £ / Year
UK Visa Sponsorship: Available
Description
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Support the Designated Clinical Officer and ICB SEND Team in meeting statutory responsibilities for children and young people aged 0–25 with SEND.
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Provide clinical expertise and guidance on complex SEND cases and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
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Lead and coordinate projects, workstreams and multi-agency assessments.
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Ensure health advice in EHCPs is accurate, timely and of high quality.
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Collaborate with healthcare providers, local authorities, schools, families and voluntary organisations.
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Support audits, quality assurance, service evaluation and continuous improvement.
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Develop policies, procedures and training to improve SEND services.
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Represent the ICB at SEND tribunals and complex multi-agency meetings.
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Manage risks, performance data, case records and statutory documentation.
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Contribute to service planning, commissioning and effective resource management.
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Support team members and deputise for the Designated Clinical Officer when required.
Requirements
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Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
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Current UK professional registration with a relevant clinical professional body.
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Significant experience working in complex and politically sensitive environments.
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Evidence of continuous professional development.
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Experience coordinating complex projects.
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Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
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Ability to prepare clear, concise and high-quality communications.
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Competence in systems thinking, process improvement and stakeholder engagement.
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Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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Strong financial and process management skills.
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Successful Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits / Sponsorship
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Skilled Worker visa sponsorship applications are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications.
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Opportunity to contribute to improved outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
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Involvement in strategic planning, service improvement and multi-agency collaboration.
How to Apply;
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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