Job summary
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Elective Orthopaedic Therapy Team at Trafford Hospital, part of the AHP Division.
You'll be working within a dynamic and well-established multidisciplinary team, including a Clinical Lead, experienced Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and fellow Rehabilitation Assistants. We pride ourselves on collaborative working, ensuring a holistic and patient-centred approach to care.
In this role, you will support the assessment and management of elective orthopaedic patients at the Trafford Elective Hub, across both the Day Surgery Unit and Inpatient Orthopaedic Ward. You'll also contribute to pre-admission education groups, helping patients prepare for their procedures.
As a Band 4 team member, you'll play an active role in service development and quality improvement initiatives, while also supporting the team with day-to-day administrative tasks.
The Trust operates a 7-day service, including evening twilight shifts, and all staff are expected to participate.
If you're a motivated and enthusiastic Rehabilitation Assistant looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Independently carry out assessments and deliver interventions for a designated caseload of patients with routine clinical needs, following established treatment pathways.
Provide support to patients with more complex needs under the supervision and guidance of a qualified therapist.
Undertake administrative tasks and assist with stock control to support the efficient running of the Allied Health Professional services.
Participate in the team'stwilight and weekend working rota, contributing to the delivery of a flexible and responsive service.
Actively contribute toservice development and quality improvement initiatives, supporting continuous improvement within the team.
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 experienceyoullneed for this role,take a lookat the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
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Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves,ouradvertsmay close early if we receivea high levelof interest.Early applications are thereforeencouraged.
Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity,celebratingand valuing diversity andeliminatingany 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 anyspecial requirementsto help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust,wereproud 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 processremainsequitableand 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experienceyoullneed for this role,take a lookat the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place
To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to exploreInside MFT Your Candidate Place.This welcomingonestophub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.Youllalso find practical hints and tips forsubmittinga great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.
To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on therelevantPDF document under the Supporting Documents sectionand once opened, you canwhereeither scanQR code orclick onthe link provided.
Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves,ouradvertsmay close early if we receivea high levelof interest.Early applications are thereforeencouraged.
Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity,celebratingand valuing diversity andeliminatingany 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 anyspecial requirementsto help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust,wereproud 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 processremainsequitableand 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.
Person Specification
Education/qualifications/experience
Essential
- Appropriate patient related experience in a health or social care service
- Therapy experience
- clinical experience
- Knowledge of therapy assessments and interventions
- To comprehend and work within the Trusts policies of data protection, confidentiality, equal opportunities and Health and Safety
- Evidence of communication skills
- Evidence of Admin skils
- Evidence of Team work
Person Specification
Education/qualifications/experience
Essential
- Appropriate patient related experience in a health or social care service
- Therapy experience
- clinical experience
- Knowledge of therapy assessments and interventions
- To comprehend and work within the Trusts policies of data protection, confidentiality, equal opportunities and Health and Safety
- Evidence of communication skills
- Evidence of Admin skils
- Evidence of Team work
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).
