Violence Reduction Officer

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  • Bristol
  • £38,682-46,580 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 17 hours ago
The purpose of the violence reduction officer role is to contribute significantly to creating a safer environment within UHBW with their efforts focused on the prevention, support, and advocacy for colleagues impacted by violence.They are to ensure that all investigations into incidents of violence are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner and to work in partnership with the police to aid investigation into crimes committed against UHBW employees. This will include sensitive and emotive topics including crimes against the person.Main duties of the jobWe are looking for a skilled person with a proven track record in victim support and excellent communication skills both written and verbal to provide competent professional advice to all levels of management and employees within the Trust to assist with legislative compliance and support regarding internal sanctions. The successful candidate will also thoroughly investigate incidents of violence & aggression to identify root causes and share learning.About usUniversity Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.DetailsDate posted03 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£38,682 to £46,580 a year pa pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number387-TS5433-MFJob locationsEducation and Research CentreUpper Maudlin StreetBristolBS2 8AEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.Person SpecificationKnowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Proven track record in victim support
  • Managing incidents / cases of violence & aggression
  • Development and delivery of training programmes
  • Undertaking audits and inspection programmes
  • Investigating significant incidents
  • Completing complex risk assessments
  • Reviewing and developing policies and procedures
Skills and AbilitiesEssential
  • Ability to produce high quality reports
  • Comfortable both giving and receiving direction
  • Excellent numerical and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and balance competing priorities
  • Ability to motivate staff
  • Ability to communicate with staff at all levels of the organisation
  • Able to interact with the public appropriately and patiently and to have an awareness and respect of cultural diversity
Qualifications and TrainingEssential
  • Relevant degree or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
  • Level 3 health and safety qualification i.e., NEBOSH General Certificate
  • Qualified and accredited NHS Case Management Training
  • Violence & Aggression Training qualification i.e., General Services Association (GSA)
  • Member of recognised professional body, i.e., IOSH, IIRSM
Person SpecificationKnowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Proven track record in victim support
  • Managing incidents / cases of violence & aggression
  • Development and delivery of training programmes
  • Undertaking audits and inspection programmes
  • Investigating significant incidents
  • Completing complex risk assessments
  • Reviewing and developing policies and procedures
Skills and AbilitiesEssential
  • Ability to produce high quality reports
  • Comfortable both giving and receiving direction
  • Excellent numerical and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and balance competing priorities
  • Ability to motivate staff
  • Ability to communicate with staff at all levels of the organisation
  • Able to interact with the public appropriately and patiently and to have an awareness and respect of cultural diversity
Qualifications and TrainingEssential
  • Relevant degree or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
  • Level 3 health and safety qualification i.e., NEBOSH General Certificate
  • Qualified and accredited NHS Case Management Training
  • Violence & Aggression Training qualification i.e., General Services Association (GSA)
  • Member of recognised professional body, i.e., IOSH, IIRSM

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