Paediatric Physiotherapy Assistant

Job summary

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The Paediatric Physiotherapy Service is looking to recruit a Band 3 Paediatric Physiotherapy Assistant, within the Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent area. You will covering the whole county so access to your own vehicle is necessary for the role.

In the role you will support the Paediatric Physiotherapy Team by undertaking tasks in the implementation of care packages and provide feedback. You will be working under the direction of, but at times without direct supervision from a registered practitioner. This will be with children and families from birth to 25 years with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychosocial conditions.

If you have experience in working with children and young adults and a willingness to undertake any relevant training, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

• To undertake specific skilled paediatric physiotherapy support work with children and families (aged birth to 25 years) with diverse presentations and complex physical conditions, ensuring most efficient use of skills, time and resources.
• To support the physiotherapists in their role in discharge planning, carrying out environmental visits, ordering equipment, liaising with family and other agencies as required.
• To apply skills knowledge and competencies to recognise any change in the needs of the Child or Young person (CYP) and feedback to the registered practitioner.
• To work without direct supervision but under the direction of the qualified staff, undertaking tasks delegated by a qualified therapist, and taking responsibility for lone working.
• To manage and prioritise a delegated/shared caseload.
• To establish and maintain effective working relationships and good communication both within the Trust and with external partners e.g. education. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs off the CYP and their families/carers offering reassurance and empathy.
• To work with individuals and carers who may find it difficult to engage with the service resulting in uncooperative or challenging behaviour that has to be managed.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

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