Job summary
An exciting new opportunity has arisen to join the Children's Community and Musculoskeletal Outpatient (MSK OP) Physiotherapy Team at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Paediatric Physiotherapy Technical Instructor.
Due to a successful redesign of the service, the post will be integral in the design and development of this small team and delivery of quality services to Children and Young People in the community
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work closely with the Community and MSK OP Physiotherapy teams to deliver high quality of care to a children with a wide range of conditions including: Orthopaedic, Neurological, Neurodevelopmental, Learning Disabilities and Complex health needs. The successful candidate will work closely with the wider Children's Therapy and Multi-Disciplinary Team.
We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Technical Instructor to join our friendly and enthusiastic team. You will be working with babies, children and young people with a range of health needs and will be committed to family centred practice. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that the health and wellbeing of our staff members is supported within this environment.
The St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Paediatric Therapy Service is forward thinking, proactive and strongly supports continuous professional development and evidence-based practice. We will offer you excellent training opportunities with a strong emphasis on individual performance appraisal and supervision, making this post suitable for both candidates with adult or paediatric experience. We promote equal opportunities and access for all.
For further information or an informal visit, then please contact:
Hannah McManus; Clinical Lead Paediatric Community and MSK OP Physiotherapy hannah.mcmanus@stgeorges.nhs.uk
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the Community and MSK OP Paediatric Physiotherapy Team in the day to day running of the service in St Georges Hospital and to work as part of a team to provide a high standard of service delivery.
To provide high quality and comprehensive clinical administrative support to the Community and MSK OP Paediatric Physiotherapy Team, ensuring the smooth running of systems that support the clinical service.
- To assist in assessment and the delivery of physiotherapy treatment sessions in a variety of settings. This will include traveling to homes, schools, nurseries and other clinic settings in Wandsworth.
- To contribute to clinical governance/audit projects within local service as requested.
- Have responsibility for the safe use of equipment and toys with awareness of risk to self, children and carers.
- To prepare equipment and produce resources as requested by the Physiotherapist, to agreed departmental standards and sensitive to all issues of diversity.
- Accountable for own actions when working independently and recognises own boundaries seeking advice as appropriate.
- To act as a resource and support for other Band 4 and Band 3 Assistants and to work with the Physiotherapy Lead to update procedures as necessary.
- To support Physiotherapists in carrying out parent training and where appropriate, staff training.
- To order specialist equipment on behalf of the Physiotherapist to support the complex postural needs of children in schools and homes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the Community and MSK OP Paediatric Physiotherapy Team in the day to day running of the service in St Georges Hospital and to work as part of a team to provide a high standard of service delivery.
To provide high quality and comprehensive clinical administrative support to the Community and MSK OP Paediatric Physiotherapy Team, ensuring the smooth running of systems that support the clinical service.
- To assist in assessment and the delivery of physiotherapy treatment sessions in a variety of settings. This will include traveling to homes, schools, nurseries and other clinic settings in Wandsworth.
- To contribute to clinical governance/audit projects within local service as requested.
- Have responsibility for the safe use of equipment and toys with awareness of risk to self, children and carers.
- To prepare equipment and produce resources as requested by the Physiotherapist, to agreed departmental standards and sensitive to all issues of diversity.
- Accountable for own actions when working independently and recognises own boundaries seeking advice as appropriate.
- To act as a resource and support for other Band 4 and Band 3 Assistants and to work with the Physiotherapy Lead to update procedures as necessary.
- To support Physiotherapists in carrying out parent training and where appropriate, staff training.
- To order specialist equipment on behalf of the Physiotherapist to support the complex postural needs of children in schools and homes.
Person Specification
Education, Training and Qualification
Essential
- Good standard of education - GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths
Previous Experience
Essential
- Working with children or adults with additional needs
- Working with Occupational Therapy and / or Physiotherapy
- Proven experience of providing excellent customer care
Desirable
- Working with children in an acute or community setting
- Data input
- Diary management and organisation of events/meetings
- Working within the NHS
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of issues faced by people with Special Educational Needs and/or physical disabilities
- Awareness of need for confidentiality and respecting dignity of clients
- Understanding of child development
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Excellent telephone manner, able to prioritise telephone calls
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Able to work unsupervised and on own initiative and at times under pressure
- Proven organisational skills
- Problem solving skills
- Information processing
- Able to confidently deal with general public
Desirable
- Fast, accurate typing and WP skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiasm
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Tact and diplomacy
- Reliable and flexible approach to work
- Excellent Time Management
- Capable of prioritising workload using own initiative
- Fit to meet the requirements of the post
Desirable
- UK driving license holder
Person Specification
Education, Training and Qualification
Essential
- Good standard of education - GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths
Previous Experience
Essential
- Working with children or adults with additional needs
- Working with Occupational Therapy and / or Physiotherapy
- Proven experience of providing excellent customer care
Desirable
- Working with children in an acute or community setting
- Data input
- Diary management and organisation of events/meetings
- Working within the NHS
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of issues faced by people with Special Educational Needs and/or physical disabilities
- Awareness of need for confidentiality and respecting dignity of clients
- Understanding of child development
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Excellent telephone manner, able to prioritise telephone calls
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Able to work unsupervised and on own initiative and at times under pressure
- Proven organisational skills
- Problem solving skills
- Information processing
- Able to confidently deal with general public
Desirable
- Fast, accurate typing and WP skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiasm
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Tact and diplomacy
- Reliable and flexible approach to work
- Excellent Time Management
- Capable of prioritising workload using own initiative
- Fit to meet the requirements of the post
Desirable
- UK driving license holder
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.
