Job summary
We are looking for two Physiotherapy Technical Instructors to join our specialist physiotherapy team providing person-centred support to adults with intellectual and neurodevelopmental disabilities in Nottinghamshire.
These are:
30 hours predominantly based in our West and North teams, supporting service users in Mansfield, Ashfield, and Bassetlaw.
22.5 hours predominantly based in our South team, supporting service users in Rushcliffe, Gedling, and Broxtowe.
We are a friendly community-based service that sits within a wider multi-disciplinary framework of support services.
In this role you will support the provision of physiotherapy interventions to our service users under the direction and supervision of our registered staff members.
Training is provided, along with regular supervision and career development opportunities.
Main duties of the job
Successful applicants will work alongside our registered therapists to provide specialist, community based, person-centred physiotherapy assessment and treatment interventions to referred adults with an intellectual or neurodevelopmental disability in Nottinghamshire. This may be on a 1 to 1 basis or in a group setting.
Previous experience as a Technical Instructor is not essential for this role but you must have experience of supporting/assisting people with complex needs. This need not be in an employed capacity and may reflect experience or experiences from personal, social or leisure circumstances. You will also need to demonstrate an awareness of the specific difficulties faced by people with intellectual disabilities and other complex health and social needs.
We also provide specialist treatment interventions such as hydrotherapy (therapeutic use of water) and rebound therapy (therapeutic use of a trampoline) and some awareness (but not necessarily experience) of these would be beneficial.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will support the assessment and treatment of referred service users with an intellectual or neurodevelopmental disability under the direction and supervision of our registered staff, including exercise programmes, mobility, postural care, and specialist interventions such as hydrotherapy and rebound therapy.
You will work effectively and to a high standard of care both independently and as a team member to assist in the delivery of high-quality physiotherapy services in line with the department and our Trusts aims.
You will ensure effective, considered communication with service users, carers, and other professionals and partner organisations to provide exceptional service user care and carer/family support.
You will maintain up to date records and documentation in line with Trust Policies.
As we are a community-based service a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use is essential for this post.
On occasion there may be need to support service users outside of usual hours, although this is rare and would be planned in advance.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Please make sure that your supporting information advises which post you would like to apply for. Applicants may apply for both positions stating preference.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will support the assessment and treatment of referred service users with an intellectual or neurodevelopmental disability under the direction and supervision of our registered staff, including exercise programmes, mobility, postural care, and specialist interventions such as hydrotherapy and rebound therapy.
You will work effectively and to a high standard of care both independently and as a team member to assist in the delivery of high-quality physiotherapy services in line with the department and our Trusts aims.
You will ensure effective, considered communication with service users, carers, and other professionals and partner organisations to provide exceptional service user care and carer/family support.
You will maintain up to date records and documentation in line with Trust Policies.
As we are a community-based service a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use is essential for this post.
On occasion there may be need to support service users outside of usual hours, although this is rare and would be planned in advance.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Please make sure that your supporting information advises which post you would like to apply for. Applicants may apply for both positions stating preference.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and its application.
Desirable
- Some understanding of the specific health and social difficulties that people with an intellectual disability face.
Skills
Essential
- Empathetic
- Good communication skills (verbal/nonverbal/written).
- Able to use own initiative and work independently or under supervision within context of role.
- Well organised.
- Good reasoning skills.
- Motivated and motivated.
- Good IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of supporting/assisting people with complex needs with activities.
- Able to work as part of a team but also on own initiative within the scope of the role
Desirable
- Previous experience of supporting people with intellectual disabilities or complex needs.
- Awareness of hydrotherapy and rebound therapy.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Qualifications - Academic / Craft / Professional
Essential
- Good general education background with GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English or NVQ equivalent.
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Good physical health to be able to provide physical support to service users to enable them to complete their treatment programmes (including rebound and hydrotherapy) as well as to ensure their safety with regard to the management of violence and aggression (MVA).
- Ability to swim or be sufficiently confident in water to support hydrotherapy.
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- To be able to swim or be sufficiently confident in water to offer physical support to service users during hydrotherapy sessions.
- Able to drive and have the use of a car for work purposes. Ability to travel between sites.
Desirable
- Willingness to work out of hours if required.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and its application.
Desirable
- Some understanding of the specific health and social difficulties that people with an intellectual disability face.
Skills
Essential
- Empathetic
- Good communication skills (verbal/nonverbal/written).
- Able to use own initiative and work independently or under supervision within context of role.
- Well organised.
- Good reasoning skills.
- Motivated and motivated.
- Good IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of supporting/assisting people with complex needs with activities.
- Able to work as part of a team but also on own initiative within the scope of the role
Desirable
- Previous experience of supporting people with intellectual disabilities or complex needs.
- Awareness of hydrotherapy and rebound therapy.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Qualifications - Academic / Craft / Professional
Essential
- Good general education background with GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English or NVQ equivalent.
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Good physical health to be able to provide physical support to service users to enable them to complete their treatment programmes (including rebound and hydrotherapy) as well as to ensure their safety with regard to the management of violence and aggression (MVA).
- Ability to swim or be sufficiently confident in water to support hydrotherapy.
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- To be able to swim or be sufficiently confident in water to offer physical support to service users during hydrotherapy sessions.
- Able to drive and have the use of a car for work purposes. Ability to travel between sites.
Desirable
- Willingness to work out of hours if required.
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.
