Job summary
This is an exciting and varied position in the brain injury therapy team of the Brain Injury Service in Gloucestershire. An opportunity to work as part of a small team and provide therapy , as directed by therapists, for the Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) rehabilitation beds. The majority of the role will be based at a care facility (Whittington House) in Cheltenham which provides a period of re-enablement to people. It would suit people perhaps who have some experience of care (eg HCAs, carers) who would like to develop skills supporting therapy.
If you enjoy working as part of a supportive, fun and dynamic team, and are looking to continue your professional development, we would like to hear from you.
The post is band 3 (32.5 hours) Monday to Thursday but includes a requirement to work 3.75 hours on a Saturday every 2nd week. This is shared with another post (i.e. by working alternate Saturday half day and alternate half day on a Tuesday).22.5 hours are permanently funded and will be based at a care centre in Cheltenham ; We also require the post holder to work an additional 10 hours a week based with the Brain Injury Team at Gloucestershire Hospitals Trust on a temporary basis for 18 months in the first instance.
For an informal chat please contact Dave Bowen (David.Bowen1@nhs.net) 0300 4225138.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will use the principles of Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology and Speech and Language Therapy in an integrated and client-centred way, to promote independence and facilitate safe discharge.
This will be achieved by implementing delegated treatment plans and facilitating rehabilitation within agreed limitations through exercise, physical modalities and the use of occupation.
The post holder will assess and manage delegated patients with non-complex mobility and occupational difficulties, reporting back to the registered practitioner as necessary.
About us
The Brain Injury Team is a busy and friendly clinical service within the Trust - you would have the opportunity to work directly with staff to facilitate an efficient and compassionate service for patients.
The step down ABI unit provides rehabilitation for patients transitioning from the acute service or out of county units to support them with their therapy goals and to return home.
The wider Brain Injury Team is a multidisciplinary team comprising of Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Therapy Technicians delivering services to adults with brain injury - in hospital and in the community.
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest employer in the county and with over 8,000 staff, we are one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK. We offer a generous annual leave allowance, excellent bank rates, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts for local shops, restaurants and services, access to our health and well-being hub, access to our two on-site nurseries, flexible working options, discounted public transport, reward and recognition schemes, exercise and activity classes and membership to our popular hospital choir.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job purpose
To use the principles of Occupational Therapy ,Physiotherapy, Psychology and Speech and Language Therapy in an integrated and client-centred way, to promote independence and facilitate safe discharge.
To assess and manage delegated patients with non-complex mobility and occupational difficulties, reporting back to the registered practitioner as necessary.
To support the team with administration, clerical and housekeeping duties.
DimensionsThere are no management or budget responsibilities
The post holder will have regular formal supervision and annual appraisal
Not always directly supervised on a day to day basis, but has access (in person or by telephone) to a registered practitioner Mon-Fri
To maintain a high level of confidentiality with regard to patients and their affairs at all times..Knowledge, skills and experience
GCSE level C or equivalent for literacy or numeracy
Basic keyboard skills with the ability to input data accurately
Relevant experience working as an Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy assistant, support worker or equivalent in a healthcare setting in the UK
Ability and willingness to drive as part of role, except if disability precludes driving.
Positive interpersonal skills to be able to communicate appropriately with staff, carers and patients.
General
Fully participate in the Trusts appraisal system review and personal development planning process on an annual basis.
Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with line manager as part of the personal development planning process.
Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales
Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team.
Please refer to the attached job description for more information, and see the attached person specification for the role requirements
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job purpose
To use the principles of Occupational Therapy ,Physiotherapy, Psychology and Speech and Language Therapy in an integrated and client-centred way, to promote independence and facilitate safe discharge.
To assess and manage delegated patients with non-complex mobility and occupational difficulties, reporting back to the registered practitioner as necessary.
To support the team with administration, clerical and housekeeping duties.
DimensionsThere are no management or budget responsibilities
The post holder will have regular formal supervision and annual appraisal
Not always directly supervised on a day to day basis, but has access (in person or by telephone) to a registered practitioner Mon-Fri
To maintain a high level of confidentiality with regard to patients and their affairs at all times..Knowledge, skills and experience
GCSE level C or equivalent for literacy or numeracy
Basic keyboard skills with the ability to input data accurately
Relevant experience working as an Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy assistant, support worker or equivalent in a healthcare setting in the UK
Ability and willingness to drive as part of role, except if disability precludes driving.
Positive interpersonal skills to be able to communicate appropriately with staff, carers and patients.
General
Fully participate in the Trusts appraisal system review and personal development planning process on an annual basis.
Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with line manager as part of the personal development planning process.
Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales
Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team.
Please refer to the attached job description for more information, and see the attached person specification for the role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE level C or equivalent for literacy and numeracy
Desirable
- Completion of training/courses in aspects of care
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience within a care setting in the UK
Desirable
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Experience in a therapy role
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of basic software packages e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook
Desirable
- Previous manual handling skills
- Able to drive
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE level C or equivalent for literacy and numeracy
Desirable
- Completion of training/courses in aspects of care
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience within a care setting in the UK
Desirable
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Experience in a therapy role
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of basic software packages e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook
Desirable
- Previous manual handling skills
- Able to drive
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.
