Job summary
An opportunity has arisen at an exciting time of change within
our learning disability service; for an enthusiastic and highly motivated physiotherapist
to join the Exeter Specialist Health Community Learning Disability Team.
The
team provides a client focused community based service to adults with a
learning disability and complex health needs which cannot be met by mainstream
services.
This
is a brilliant opportunity to diversify your skill set and gain experience in
working with adults with a learning disability; developing your knowledge of
reasonable adjustments, hydrotherapy, postural management and specialist
equipment.
We offer a development opportunity for a highly motivated band 5
physiotherapist, who wish to extend their skills and experiences, with a view
to progressing to a band 6 post on completion of our learning disabilities
physiotherapy competency framework. Support will be provided with monthly CPD sessions alongside internal and external training. You will have the opportunity to
work alongside and learn from specialist physiotherapists in a variety of
settings including hydrotherapy and postural management clinics.
As
well as working in the Exeter MDT, you will be a part of the Devon wide
specialist learning disabilities physiotherapy team. We are a Monday to Friday
9-5 service with no requirements for on call or weekend working. This is a
fulltime vacancy however part time hours and flexible working can be
considered. Hybrid working is also possible.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, sound decision making abilities and effective clinical reasoning. You should have a broad range and knowledge of Physiotherapy techniques, a passion for developing these and a special interest in working with people with learning disabilities and complex physical needs.
You will have responsibility for a caseload and be required to work confidently with adults with learning disabilities with postural and physical needs, completing thorough assessments and providing evidence based treatment programmes with support from a senior therapist. There will be opportunities to participate in hydrotherapy, postural management clinics and to work closely with senior physiotherapists, physiotherapy assistants and students.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Clear understanding of the role of Physiotherapy within a multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of theories and methods of practice specific to people with learning disabilities
- Sound knowledge and application of Physiotherapy Theory
- An understanding of government policy with regard to services for people with learning disabilities
- Group work skills
- Ability to work autonomously, seeking guidance as necessary
- Ability to be independently mobile across a geographical area
- Ability to work effectively under rapid changing and demanding conditions with occasional interruptions
Desirable
- Use of total Communication Multimedia/IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy
- Valid State registration with the Health Professions Council
- Evidence of ongoing training and development in the theory and practice of Physiotherapy
Desirable
- European Computer Driving Licence/similar qualification or equivalent experience
- Further postgraduate training, short specialist courses
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience
- Experience of working with people with communication difficulties
Desirable
- Previous community experience
- Student supervision
- Administration of standardised assessments
- Experience of working with people with learning disabilities
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Clear understanding of the role of Physiotherapy within a multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of theories and methods of practice specific to people with learning disabilities
- Sound knowledge and application of Physiotherapy Theory
- An understanding of government policy with regard to services for people with learning disabilities
- Group work skills
- Ability to work autonomously, seeking guidance as necessary
- Ability to be independently mobile across a geographical area
- Ability to work effectively under rapid changing and demanding conditions with occasional interruptions
Desirable
- Use of total Communication Multimedia/IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy
- Valid State registration with the Health Professions Council
- Evidence of ongoing training and development in the theory and practice of Physiotherapy
Desirable
- European Computer Driving Licence/similar qualification or equivalent experience
- Further postgraduate training, short specialist courses
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience
- Experience of working with people with communication difficulties
Desirable
- Previous community experience
- Student supervision
- Administration of standardised assessments
- Experience of working with people with learning disabilities
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
