Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a band 3 Trainee Assistant Practitioner / Band 4 Qualified assistant practitioner to join our home pathway service in North Manchester as part of Manchester Community response. To apply you must already be in receipt of your Foundation Degree in Health and social Care (Assistant Practitioner) or already enrolled on the course and working towards this. On successful completion of the 2-year course you will move into a band 4 position.
If you an qualified Assistant Practitioner then you would start at band 4
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate, preferably someone who has previously worked within the rehabilitation setting, studied or be studying the Foundation degree in health and social care, and you must be competent in IT systems. A full UK drivers license and access to a vehicle is essential to commute between patient visits.
The post is part of our Manchester Community Response Service which also includes the Crisis Response team, Home Pathway, Crumpsall Vale ICT unit, Reablement, Community IV team, Pharmacy and Social care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as an integral part of the Intermediate Care Therapy team (and the wider MCR service) to provide a high quality patient centred approach to adults in the community in North Manchester.
The teams integrated service delivery model aims to avoid admissions, reduce length of stay and improve the patients' experiences through access to the right intervention at the right time, delivered by the appropriate health or social care practitioner.
The aim of the post is to rehabilitate and improve the function of patients by providing interventions in their own home either following discharge from an acute hospital setting or following illness or injury at home.
After completing appropriate competencies, you will be expected to manage your own caseload of patients in the community.
You would be part of a wider multi disciplinary health & social care team who work towards regaining or maintaining independence and quality of life. The post holder will have an allocated caseload of patients under the supervision of a registered professional.
The role will also involve team/office based duties to ensure effective service delivery.
The team is committed to continual professional development with regular supervision and appraisals. This post is supported by B5, B6 and B7 Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists.
The role will also involve close working with student therapists.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Multi-professional NVQ Level 3, or equivalent.
- Numeracy and Literacy skills (to GCSE level or equivalent)
Desirable
- Foundation degree in health and social care
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working at the level of a Therapy/Rehabilitation Assistant carrying out therapeutic interventions.
- Experience of working as part of a multi-agency, multi-professional team.
- Evidence of working unsupervised.
Desirable
- Experience of working in falls/general rehabilitation in acute or community.
- Experience as a care/voluntary work.
- Experience of training other staff.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to move and handle patients and equipment with appropriate training
- Ability to teach practical skills
- Able to develop and maintain effective communication with a range of people about a range of matters
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills
- Able to maintain quality of own work
- Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion
- Standard IT and Keyboard Skills
- Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
Desirable
- IT experience, word processing
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to apply knowledge of polices, procedures, legislation and professional standards of practice
Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to work to time pressures and unpredictable work pattern
- Motivated and patient focused
- Flexible and adaptable
- Ability to travel to various bases within the Trust - Car Driver and access to a car
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Multi-professional NVQ Level 3, or equivalent.
- Numeracy and Literacy skills (to GCSE level or equivalent)
Desirable
- Foundation degree in health and social care
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working at the level of a Therapy/Rehabilitation Assistant carrying out therapeutic interventions.
- Experience of working as part of a multi-agency, multi-professional team.
- Evidence of working unsupervised.
Desirable
- Experience of working in falls/general rehabilitation in acute or community.
- Experience as a care/voluntary work.
- Experience of training other staff.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to move and handle patients and equipment with appropriate training
- Ability to teach practical skills
- Able to develop and maintain effective communication with a range of people about a range of matters
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills
- Able to maintain quality of own work
- Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion
- Standard IT and Keyboard Skills
- Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
Desirable
- IT experience, word processing
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to apply knowledge of polices, procedures, legislation and professional standards of practice
Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to work to time pressures and unpredictable work pattern
- Motivated and patient focused
- Flexible and adaptable
- Ability to travel to various bases within the Trust - Car Driver and access to a car
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Manchester Community response - Home Pathway
Harpurhey District Offices, Moston Lane
Manchester
M9 4DD
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
