Physical Intervention Trainer

NHS; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Exeter is looking for a Physical Intervention Trainer to facilitate staff training on de-escalation and physical intervention techniques. This role requires a GSA Accredited Grade A Tutor with clinical experience and a valid driving license. The successful applicant will work closely with the operational security team and contribute to enhancing staff skills in managing challenging behaviors. The position offers a full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

27 days paid annual leave

NHS Pension scheme

Access to occupational health services

Discounts on shopping and fitness

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Must be a GSA Accredited Grade A Tutor.
• Experience in clinical settings is required.
• Hold a valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and deliver staff training on physical intervention.
• Assist in developing training programs for staff.
• Support staff in care packages for service users.

Skills

GSA Accreditation

Clinical experience

De-escalation techniques

Physical intervention techniques

Ability to work with challenging behavior

Job description

Physical Intervention Trainer

The closing date is 16 January 2026

To facilitate, assist and provide the planning, preparation and delivery of staff training programmes ranging from the use of de‑escalation techniques through to physical intervention techniques. To raise the profile of the use of appropriate techniques in managing challenging behavioural situations and the use of restraint techniques in the Trust. To assist with necessary data collection, evaluation and course administration of these training programmes and also any clerical duties associated with workforce and statutory requirements. To work closely with and support the operational security team.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover over 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). Our state‑of‑the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities. It’s never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you’ll help shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly formed team to develop and deliver a Physical Intervention Training programme both within the Acute and Community setting, as well as support staff in building packages of care for our service users who display challenging behaviour. The successful applicant must be a GSA Accredited Grade A Tutor with experience of working in clinical settings to ensure the highest possible standards that are service‑user focused. The successful applicant must also hold a valid driving licence.

Working pattern and application details

Working pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:00.

Interview date: To Be Confirmed.

For further information please contact: Mike Arthurs, Security Manager Violence Prevention & Reduction Lead, [e-mail] or 07770 692765.

Inclusive employer statement

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and ‘At Risk’ status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

Employer background

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and the Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications; or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we’ll help you get there.

Looking after you

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family‑friendly policies. If you’re starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You’ll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Financial and other benefits

Salary is not the only financial benefit. You’ll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts; salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter; car lease schemes; the NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK); and a cycle‑to‑work scheme.

Person specification

• See the job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.
• See the job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.

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.