SCOPe HSCP Practice Development Lead

About the role

The SCOPe HSCP Practice Development Lead will drive professional development of the SCOPe HSCP workforce at St. James’s Hospital, supporting the Rehabilitation and Recovery Improvement Programme. This senior position works closely with internal and external stakeholders to embed a culture of re‑ablement and patient‑centred care.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement training on interdisciplinary assessment, goal setting, rehabilitation prescription, outcome measurement, egress pathways and related terminology.
• Develop case studies and simulation sessions to embed a rehabilitation ethos across inpatient services.
• Create and roll out a Rehabilitation Skills and Competency Framework.
• Support the design of training programmes for therapy assistants and other non‑professional staff.
• Assist the SCOPe Director in developing a future‑fit workforce staffing model aligned with programme outputs.

Required profile

• SCOPe HSCP qualification.
• Minimum four years’ experience in an acute healthcare setting.
• Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary development programmes.
• High standard of suitability and management ability for the role.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Database management capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape a transformative five‑year rehabilitation programme.
• Collaboration with senior clinical and organisational leaders.
• Professional development in a leading Irish teaching hospital.