Job responsibilities
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More detail about the role
Working in a Therapy Support Worker role is an ideal starting point for a career at Royal Devon University Healthcare Trust and the NHS.
Guided by senior members of the Therapy Team youll progress along your career pathway with the help of our learning and development opportunities. Within the Therapy department we nurture a workforce of home-grown talent and are proud of our many staff who began their careers in Therapy Support Worker roles and have progressed into other more specialist or registrant roles.
The post is based in the Neurorehab Service . The Team work across in patient, community (Integrated Community Stroke and Neuro Service (ICSS)) and out-patient settings to provide specialist, evidence based Neurorehab to patients following stoke or other Neurological diagnosis. This post is based in the ICSS team, you will be supported to acquire knowledge and skills required which will give you a sound core competency in Stroke care and Neurorehab.
The community ICSS team visit patients in their homes or place of residence as soon as patients are able to be discharged from hospital, and provide intensive, specialist Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. The team work with patients to understand what is important to them, and set realistic and achievable goals. Community rehab sessions are varied, from supporting exercise programmes, assisting patients to learn to walk, practicing tasks using an affected arm, assessing for adaptations and equipment and outdoor mobility practice to name but a few. There are lots of opportunities for joint working and discussion with senior therapists. The team are excellent at problem solving and communicating well with other agencies involved in the patients care such as care agencies, social workers and district nurses. The ICSS team also run in reach sessions to see patients in the local community hospital gym settings and run a VISTA stroke exercise and education class.
Why join the therapies team?
We are a friendly and dedicated team. By joining the department, you will be joining a group of likeminded professionals who aim to rehabilitate patients, avoid admissions, and promote health, well-being and independence.
The in-patient team are an integrated physiotherapy and occupational therapy team working on a 24 bedded ward at North Devon Hospital. They work closely with the broader MDT including the Nursing staff, Doctors, Speech and Language Therapists, Dieticians and Psychologists. The team is specialist in providing acute therapy post stroke and neurological diagnosis. They assess patients physical and cognitive abilities as well as functional ability with things like walking, washing and dressing and activities in the kitchen. They consider the patients previous abilities, home and lifestyle to plan goals and formulate a treatment plan. The team work closely with patients and families to support them with what has happened and plan for the future
About North Devon
North Devon also offers a scenic and beautiful place to live. The hospital is close to a dramatic coastline and surrounded by green pastures, rugged moors and pockets of woodland. Many of the staff in our department value the opportunity to leave work and be 20 minutes away from a surf or long walk on the beach. ]
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 4.00pm - One weekend shift (8-4) in every 6 weeks, This role is for 37.5 hours per week. We have a flexible working policy that we are happy to discuss suitable options for you and the department.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Catherine Sandbach Neurorehabilitation Service Lead on 01271 322 375 Catherine.sandbach@nhs.net
This is a fixed term contract until 30th June 2026. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
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.
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 Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
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 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 are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
