Job summary
Physiotherapy Technical InstructorBand 4Full time 37.5 hoursPermanent Contract
There is an exciting upcoming job opportunity within Physiotherapy for a Band 4 Physiotherapy Technical Instructor.
We are looking for motivated, caring individuals to work within our highly skilled and dynamic Physiotherapy team to deliver a high quality service to patients.
As a technical instructor in our Physiotherapy Orthopaedic team, you will be responsible for independent assessment of patients with mobility needs and work within our competency framework to provide mobility aids, treatment plans and timely discharge planning as part of the multidisciplinary team.
There is an expectation to work within the orthopaedic weekend rota.
Main duties of the job
To assist and lead in the rehabilitation of patients within care setting by implementing individual treatment programmes/protocols as prescribed by a therapist. To work with indirect supervision, reporting back patient progress and informing therapist of any problems. Assist in the case management, general administration and equipment systems management within the therapy service.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Excellence
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills,experienceand knowledgerequired. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full personspecification, butoutlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills,experienceand knowledgerequired. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full personspecification, butoutlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of G.C.S.E's or equivalent including English Language and Mathematics
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an appropriate subject area or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of caring for patients in a hospital or health/social care setting
- Previous Knowledge or experience working with physiotherapist.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a therapy team
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
- Able to communicate with people including those with language barriers
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience working as a physiotherapy or occupational therapy assistant
- Knowledge of assessment & discharge processes and external agencies.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to demonstrate empathy, motivate and persuade patients including those with impaired cognitive abilities or physical senses
- Strong organisational skills
- Able to handle confidential issues sensitively and effectively
- Able to offer flexibility towards duties and responsibilities
- Punctual and reliable
- Courteous and professional
Desirable
- Do you have access to a vehicle which can be used for work purposes or are you able to travel as required to meet the needs of the service. Please note not all office locations or client care bases maybe reached by public transport?
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of G.C.S.E's or equivalent including English Language and Mathematics
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an appropriate subject area or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of caring for patients in a hospital or health/social care setting
- Previous Knowledge or experience working with physiotherapist.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a therapy team
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
- Able to communicate with people including those with language barriers
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience working as a physiotherapy or occupational therapy assistant
- Knowledge of assessment & discharge processes and external agencies.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to demonstrate empathy, motivate and persuade patients including those with impaired cognitive abilities or physical senses
- Strong organisational skills
- Able to handle confidential issues sensitively and effectively
- Able to offer flexibility towards duties and responsibilities
- Punctual and reliable
- Courteous and professional
Desirable
- Do you have access to a vehicle which can be used for work purposes or are you able to travel as required to meet the needs of the service. Please note not all office locations or client care bases maybe reached by public transport?
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
