Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with previous health or social care experience to support occupational therapy and physiotherapy within the neurosciences specialty. This involves working with acute inpatients who have newly diagnosed or long term neurological conditions, as well as those undergoing neurosurgical procedures.
The post may close early if sufficient applications are received so you are advised to apply as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job
This integrated role is to assist patients with difficulties such as reduced balance, reduced range of movement, reduced mobility & muscle strength, cognitive impairment and reduced confidence improve their ability to manage activities of daily living. A range of therapy interventions are delivered, under the supervision of registered occupational therapists or physiotherapists to facilitate recovery and promote independence. This includes supporting individuals to use the toilet, wash & dress or carry out other domestic tasks.
You may also be required to support groups and facilitate other meaningful activities.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust is a great place to work. Situated in the vibrant city of Bristol is our award-winning building opened in 2014, offering exceptional facilities for patients and staff alike. We are a large teaching trust thatis the regional centre for neurosciences, providing specialist services for the south west of England. The Trust also provides multiple other specialties including regional services for major trauma, orthopaedics and surgery (major arterial centre and burns & plastics).
Further training and CPD opportunities are available to help you develop your knowledge and skills. In addition, regular supervision and support is available within the team.Additional benefits include award schemes for excellence, staff restaurants, green spaces and an extensive wellbeing programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist or physiotherapist the post holder is expected to:
- Treat patients within acute specialties, providing a range of interventions to facilitate recovery and promote independence.
- Work with patients towards their functional goals and assist timely discharge from hospital.Tasks include personal and domestic activities of daily living, organising and implementing physical treatment sessions from treatment protocols, monitoring patient progress, adapting treatment as necessary with advice from an occupational therapist.
- The role involves both direct patient contact and indirect patient related duties. It is also necessary to undertake some administration and departmental duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist or physiotherapist the post holder is expected to:
- Treat patients within acute specialties, providing a range of interventions to facilitate recovery and promote independence.
- Work with patients towards their functional goals and assist timely discharge from hospital.Tasks include personal and domestic activities of daily living, organising and implementing physical treatment sessions from treatment protocols, monitoring patient progress, adapting treatment as necessary with advice from an occupational therapist.
- The role involves both direct patient contact and indirect patient related duties. It is also necessary to undertake some administration and departmental duties.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qual
Essential
- Good Standard of GCSE Education
- Evidence of Literacy & Numeracy Skills
Desirable
- Level 3 qualification in health or social care
Work Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS or Social Care experience
- Experience of working in a stressful environment
- Experience of team working
Desirable
- Use of inititive described in application
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good Written Communication Skills
- Essential IT Skills
- Knowledge & Awareness of disability
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qual
Essential
- Good Standard of GCSE Education
- Evidence of Literacy & Numeracy Skills
Desirable
- Level 3 qualification in health or social care
Work Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS or Social Care experience
- Experience of working in a stressful environment
- Experience of team working
Desirable
- Use of inititive described in application
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good Written Communication Skills
- Essential IT Skills
- Knowledge & Awareness of disability
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).
