Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity in Intermediate Care in South Manchester. Pathway 2 includes rehabilitation beds at Buccleuch Lodge Intermediate Care Unit in West Didsbury and supporting patients in their home environment on our 'Home Pathway'.
Buccleuch Lodge provides inpatient care to 14 patients, providing rehabilitation with the aim of returning patients home with support. We have a unique community setting with dedicated nursing and therapy staff.
The rehabilitation beds are accessible for both step down from a hospital setting or step up patients from home.
The teams integrated service delivery model aims to avoid admissions, reduce length of stay and improve the patient's experiences through access to the right intervention at the right time, delivered by the appropriate health or social care practitioner.
We currently have a full time vacancy for a B3 Therapy support worker who is compassionate, forward thinking and a team player that wants to progress within the environment of community rehabilitation.
Main duties of the job
After completing appropriate competencies, you will be expected to manage your own caseload of patients, both in our bed based unit and patient's own home.
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 experienced B4 rehabilitation support workers, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists.
Applicants must have a UK driving license and access to a vehicle to be able to carry out home visits and between the bases are per the job requirements. Please note, evidence of this will be required. If you are unable to provide this evidence yo will not progress to interview.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.
With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.
At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.
At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.
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 Guide that 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 Guide that 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
- GCSE/'O' Levels or functional skills in English or Maths
- NVQ II or above health related
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Some understanding of the needs of older people
- Ability to work collaboratively within the team and independently
- Ability to work under supervision
- General workplace experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of work in a health or social care setting
- Experience of work with the elderly/frail
Skills
Essential
- Ability & experience of teaching practical skills
- Ability to move and handle patients and equipment with appropriate training
- Able to develop and maintain effective communication with a range of people about a range of matters
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills - able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
- Able to maintain quality of own work
- Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion
- Life skills gained through work or personal experience
- Driving License and car user to travel between bases and patients home to deliver care
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to apply knowledge of policies, procedures, legislation and professional standards of practice
Desirable
- Understanding of the physiotherapy and occupational therapy role.
- Sensitivity to the needs of patients
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE/'O' Levels or functional skills in English or Maths
- NVQ II or above health related
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Some understanding of the needs of older people
- Ability to work collaboratively within the team and independently
- Ability to work under supervision
- General workplace experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of work in a health or social care setting
- Experience of work with the elderly/frail
Skills
Essential
- Ability & experience of teaching practical skills
- Ability to move and handle patients and equipment with appropriate training
- Able to develop and maintain effective communication with a range of people about a range of matters
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills - able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
- Able to maintain quality of own work
- Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion
- Life skills gained through work or personal experience
- Driving License and car user to travel between bases and patients home to deliver care
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to apply knowledge of policies, procedures, legislation and professional standards of practice
Desirable
- Understanding of the physiotherapy and occupational therapy role.
- Sensitivity to the needs of patients
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
Buccleuch Lodge Intermediate Care Unit
Elizabeth Slinger Road, West Didsbury
Manchester
M202XA
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
