Bank Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression Trainer

NHS; Bronllys; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK health service provider is seeking a PMVA Trainer in Bronllys to deliver training and offer personal safety advice in line with health and safety regulations. The role includes planning training programs, conducting risk assessments, and providing support on violence and aggression issues. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and clinical experience in related fields. This is an excellent opportunity to advance in a supportive health board dedicated to safety and staff well-being.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the Mental Health Act.
• Knowledge of NMC Code of Conduct.
• Experience within mental health or learning disabilities settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide PMVA training and safety advice to staff.
• Conduct risk assessments in violence and aggression.
• Support planning and delivery of training sessions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teaching skills

Communication

Physical fitness

Leadership awareness

Welsh language skills

Education

DipHE or equivalent

Job description

Bank Prevention & Management of Violence & Aggression (PMVA) Trainer

Under the supervision of the Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression Advisor the post holder will provide PMVA training and personal safety advice to all staff groups in line with Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the AllWales NHS Violence and Aggression Passport and other associated legislation and guidance including The Anti-Violence Collaborative Wales. Support for the provision of Personal Safety, Violence and Aggression training and education throughout Powys Teaching Health Board, including supporting the planning and administration of training sessions and assessment of competence ensuring the most advanced techniques are embedded. As directed by the PMVA Advisor, deliver to groups and provide 1‑2‑1 support where required. This may include service user's families and training on de‑escalation techniques and conflict resolution. Provide advice to managers and staff on Violence and Aggression, Personal Safety issues, reducing restrictive practices and risk assessments. Responsible for working within national guidelines. Ensure all training has considered the equality and diversity of the audience and is rooted in all training packages.

Main duties of the job

• Planning and Design – support the planning and organisation of a broad range of specialist Violence and Aggression training programmes, including training to meet the complex needs of the services by delivering bespoke packages that will meet the needs of staff and key stakeholders, e.g. working with dementia, mental health and minor injuries patients and families.
• Support the PMVA Advisor with the design, development of materials, presentations and training delivery of Violence and Aggression.
• Improvement and Monitoring – assist managers and staff to conduct risk assessments in Violence and Aggression and Personal Safety whilst ensuring compliance to policy and procedures.
• Analyse sensitive and confidential data and feedback to PMVA Advisor to initiate training priorities.
• Reporting and escalating development needs of staff to the PMVA Advisor in line with the national and organisational Violence and Aggression policy.
• As directed, research, develop and investigate incidents as a key aspect to the role reporting trends, solutions and steps taken to mitigate reoccurrence of incidents.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well‑being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) or equivalent
• Understanding of the Mental Health Act
• Knowledge of NMC Code of Conduct
• Relevant qualification in PMVA/Accredited Restrictive Intervention Trainer (General Services Association) qualification or willing to work towards
• Clinical experience of working within mental health or learning disabilities settings

Experience

• Demonstrate a practical, problem‑solving approach to Violent and Aggressive incidents based on evidence‑based practice
• Be physically capable of teaching the practical aspects of PMVA training
• Presentation/teaching skills
• Awareness of Human Rights and Equality and Diversity principles
• Experience of dealing with complex situations and incidents specifically relating to Violence and Aggression
• Knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation and Law

Skills and Attributes

• Need to be and maintain physical fitness to be able to demonstrate Violence and Aggression training e.g. breakaway techniques
• Confident in delivering training at all levels and have the necessary influencing skills to deal with situations where there may be barriers to accepting change
• Manage own workload effectively
• Managing a learning environment by coaching/mentoring, influencing, problem‑solving, creativity, innovation and motivation of staff
• Competent in presentation skills with excellent communication skills
• Ability to speak Welsh
• Demonstrate good awareness of leadership skills and willingness to develop their professional role

Ability to speak Welsh

• Demonstrate PTHB Values
• Act as a positive role model for the prevention and de‑escalation of Violence and Aggression incidents
• Show compassion and care when dealing with complex situations
• Required to work flexibly to deliver training to staff outside normal working office hours
• Work under pressure
• Travel throughout the county daily
• Motivate others and encourage future learning

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.