Job summary
You will be required to assist in the delivery and coordination of a programme of physical health activities for service users with a verity of mental health conditions- this ranges from group and 1:1 input - including a variety of sports and gym sessions. These sessions will take place in our purpose built Gym and across the Inpatient wards.
These position is a bank role but we would have an expectation of the applicant to be able to offer at least two days on a regular basis. We are open seven days per week and we want our service to represent evenings and weekends as well as Monday to Friday and/or Sunday - Saturday. The ideal candidate will work across inpatient wards with the possibility of some community sports groups.
There are good facilities include ward gyms and off ward gym. Community groups such as tennis etc. and good community outdoor areas. The role also includes accessing patients and making links with the wider inpatient team.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidates will support adults with mental health conditions to access sports, health and fitness related activities in HackneyTo support the Occupational Therapy sports service in its provision of assessment and interventions of service users with mental health conditions and complex health care needs.
To contribute to the planning, provision, development and evaluation of the service.
To support the Lead Therapist with the development of specialist physical activity research, evidence-based practice and Clinical Governance projects that best support the development of the Service aims and objectives in the improvement of patient care and clinical practice.
The ideal candidate must have relevant up to date fitness qualifications - certification must be provided at interview if shortlisted.
About us
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ideal candidates will support adults with mental health conditions to access sports, health and fitness related activities in HackneyTo support the Occupational Therapy sports service in its provision of assessment and interventions of service users with mental health conditions and complex health care needs.
To contribute to the planning, provision, development and evaluation of the service.
To support the Lead Therapist with the development of specialist physical activity research, evidence-based practice and Clinical Governance projects that best support the development of the Service aims and objectives in the improvement of patient care and clinical practice.
The ideal candidate must have relevant up to date fitness qualifications - certification must be provided at interview if shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ideal candidates will support adults with mental health conditions to access sports, health and fitness related activities in HackneyTo support the Occupational Therapy sports service in its provision of assessment and interventions of service users with mental health conditions and complex health care needs.
To contribute to the planning, provision, development and evaluation of the service.
To support the Lead Therapist with the development of specialist physical activity research, evidence-based practice and Clinical Governance projects that best support the development of the Service aims and objectives in the improvement of patient care and clinical practice.
The ideal candidate must have relevant up to date fitness qualifications - certification must be provided at interview if shortlisted.
Person Specification
Fitness qalifications
Essential
- qualification in fitness within the last three years or updated
- experience in leading 1:1 assessments and interventions
- demonstrates healthy eating understanding
- experience in leading fitness sessions
Desirable
- worked in NHS or large organisation
understanding of Mental ill health and/or community health
Essential
- experience of working in mental health
- experience in working in community health
Desirable
- experience of working in the fitness or public health industry.
Person Specification
Fitness qalifications
Essential
- qualification in fitness within the last three years or updated
- experience in leading 1:1 assessments and interventions
- demonstrates healthy eating understanding
- experience in leading fitness sessions
Desirable
- worked in NHS or large organisation
understanding of Mental ill health and/or community health
Essential
- experience of working in mental health
- experience in working in community health
Desirable
- experience of working in the fitness or public health industry.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
East London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Therapy & Life Skills Services, City & Hackney Center for Mental Health
Homerton Row
Hackney London
E9 6SR
Employer's website
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
