Physical Intervention Trainer

Physical Intervention Trainer

The closing date is 16 January 2026

To facilitate, assist and provide with 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.

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.

• Plan, prepare and deliver staff training programmes on de‑escalation techniques, physical intervention techniques and restraint techniques.
• Raise the profile of appropriate techniques in managing challenging behavioural situations.
• Assist with data collection, evaluation and course administration of training programmes.
• Perform clerical duties associated with workforce and statutory requirements.
• Work closely with and support the operational security team.

• GSA Accredited Grade A Tutor (preferred but not essential; training will be provided).
• Experience working in clinical settings to ensure service‑user focused standards.
• Valid driving licence.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:00 / 08:30 – 16:30

For further information please contact: Mike Arthurs, Security Manager Violence Prevention & Reduction Lead
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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.

Looking after you is important to us.

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.

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).

Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you’re interested in, we’d love to hear from you.