Job summary
We have a full time vacancy within our small children's MSK team in the Mid
Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust and we would welcome applicants who are keen to develop
their paediatric MSK skills. This opportunity is advertised as a Band 6 post
but developmental posts will be considered and therefore we would actively
encourage applying.
We are a friendly and welcoming team who are forward
thinking and open to innovation and change. Children's MSK is a service under
Children's Physiotherapy primarily at Pinderfields Hospital. We are
based on a purpose built children's centre at both sites with good links to the
surrounding MDT. We often liaise with specialist physiotherapy units based in
Leeds and Sheffield to develop and benchmark services. The service lead is a
physiotherapist by background which lends itself to ambitious hard-working team
dynamics.
Main duties of the job
This position is permanent and a full time 37.5 hours role. It will be based over our two sites, Pinderfields and Pontefract Hospital. Previous experience in paediatrics is not essential as we will consider developmental applicants.
Other roles of the job include supervising junior staff, student educator role and participation in both team meetings and in-service trainings. As part of the smaller MSK team there is opportunities to take on clinical governance, triaging, patient experience forums and service development. Wider in the Children's Therapy Team, our physiotherapists have a responsibility to deliver respiratory and orthopaedic physiotherapy within our acute service however this is based on previous experience and current competencies. You will also take an active lead in Virtual Fracture Clinic working alongside orthopaedic consultants.
You will have monthly supervision and we will cater to your learning needs with additional training, joint working and encouragement of shadowing other areas of the service.
About us
We provide care and support to over a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.
We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and consistently.
We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable guidance and feedback from those with lived experience.
We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to analyse clinical findings by applying appropriate theory and principles and synthesising them with the assessment findings to justify the treatment approach.
Undertake the specialist and comprehensive assessment of patients referred from a variety of sources, including those with a complex presentation, using investigative and analytical skills.
To organise and participate in, clinical supervision in a timely manner, offering clinical support to the juniors as and when required. To ensure effective learning opportunities take place to achieve outcomes for self & the team through mentorship and formal study.
Recognise and utilise individual skills and knowledge within the team.
To ensure effective communication within the MDT which can include AHPs, equipment stores, consultants, and teachers.
To contribute to the dissemination of information between team members, using effective communication channels.
Participate in the staff appraisal scheme and Personal Development Plan as both appraiser and appraisee.
Demonstrate a sound understanding of clinical governance and risk management and apply to work situation.
To comply with Health & Safety policies within the Trust and report any accidents or untoward incidents occurring whilst on duty in accordance with Trust policies. Providing support for the root cause analysis of any accidents or incidents.
Maintain and update skills and knowledge through life-long learning, especially within the sphere of childrens services.
Demonstrate a proactive approach to team working and a commitment to team development.
To maintain standards in ongoing health information, both electronic and paper-based, ensuring safe keeping and confidentiality, accurate record keeping of relevant data and profiling. To input clinical information onto SystmOne as per Trust policy.
To maintain confidentiality, privacy, and dignity in relation to the patients and their treatment at all times.
To undertake all mandatory/essential training as required by the Trust.
Concisely record in the clients notes all communications with relatives and other agencies to form a comprehensive record and enable consistent information to be given by members of the team.
Maintain a tidy, clear working environment, being aware of potential health and safety hazards to self, other members of staff, clients, and visitors. Report any faults / breakages as they occur to the appropriate department.
To demonstrate and maintain own knowledge and awareness of recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding the needs of vulnerable children.
Impart knowledge, plans and proposals clearly and effectively to other health care professionals, carers, patients and the public.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to analyse clinical findings by applying appropriate theory and principles and synthesising them with the assessment findings to justify the treatment approach.
Undertake the specialist and comprehensive assessment of patients referred from a variety of sources, including those with a complex presentation, using investigative and analytical skills.
To organise and participate in, clinical supervision in a timely manner, offering clinical support to the juniors as and when required. To ensure effective learning opportunities take place to achieve outcomes for self & the team through mentorship and formal study.
Recognise and utilise individual skills and knowledge within the team.
To ensure effective communication within the MDT which can include AHPs, equipment stores, consultants, and teachers.
To contribute to the dissemination of information between team members, using effective communication channels.
Participate in the staff appraisal scheme and Personal Development Plan as both appraiser and appraisee.
Demonstrate a sound understanding of clinical governance and risk management and apply to work situation.
To comply with Health & Safety policies within the Trust and report any accidents or untoward incidents occurring whilst on duty in accordance with Trust policies. Providing support for the root cause analysis of any accidents or incidents.
Maintain and update skills and knowledge through life-long learning, especially within the sphere of childrens services.
Demonstrate a proactive approach to team working and a commitment to team development.
To maintain standards in ongoing health information, both electronic and paper-based, ensuring safe keeping and confidentiality, accurate record keeping of relevant data and profiling. To input clinical information onto SystmOne as per Trust policy.
To maintain confidentiality, privacy, and dignity in relation to the patients and their treatment at all times.
To undertake all mandatory/essential training as required by the Trust.
Concisely record in the clients notes all communications with relatives and other agencies to form a comprehensive record and enable consistent information to be given by members of the team.
Maintain a tidy, clear working environment, being aware of potential health and safety hazards to self, other members of staff, clients, and visitors. Report any faults / breakages as they occur to the appropriate department.
To demonstrate and maintain own knowledge and awareness of recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding the needs of vulnerable children.
Impart knowledge, plans and proposals clearly and effectively to other health care professionals, carers, patients and the public.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Graduate Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy.
- Registered with the HCPC.
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent and relevant postgraduate courses.
- Portfolio evidence of information learning.
Desirable
- Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
- E-Learning courses or Webinars in Paediatric and/or MSK fields.
- Member of paediatric specific special interest group (APCP).
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive NHS experience in a rotational post, providing a broad range of experience in core and specialist rotations, to include MSK and trauma and orthopaedics.
- Experience of working as part of an MSK physiotherapy team.
- Involvement in service development and review of implemented service development.
- Contributing to clinical education of students and training other staff.
- Previous experience of treating individuals with orthopaedic problems in a ward environment.
- Experience working as part of an MDT.
- Demonstrate knowledge of local safeguarding process.
Desirable
- Previous experience of carrying a MSK/ paediatric caseload.
- Previous experience of working at senior level.
- Previous experience of working with children.
- Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality issues.
- Previous experience of treating children with respiratory problems in a ward environment.
- Experience of being a clinical educator.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Awareness of own limitations.
- Remaining updated with professional practice and new research.
- Understanding the legal responsibilities of the profession.
- Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and audit.
- Demonstrate knowledge of local safeguarding process.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in research/audit.
- Supervision of other staff, e.g., assistants, students, peer supervision.
- Clinical governance group experience.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to complete comprehensive physiotherapy assessments, formulate problem lists and treatment plans.
- Ability to organise and prioritise.
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills when interacting with people from varying backgrounds including those with barriers to their understanding or communication.
- Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes.
- Competent IT skills. E.G Previous experience of using of System One and NHS Attend anywhere.
- Ability to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate.
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trusts policies including data protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, risk management and meet the differing needs of the patients.
Desirable
- Ability to effectively work within a busy MDT.
- Ability to adapt approach to varying age and communication abilities for children presenting with differing conditions.
- Ability to work with children in a group setting for example lower limb group/hydrotherapy.
- Experience of coaching or sports coaching with children.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- A willingness to abide by the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy.
- A willingness to abide by the Trusts Health and Safety Policy.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Flexible- Willingness to work cross-site.
- Empathetic.
- Reliable.
- Problem solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Professional attitude and appearance.
- Desire to complete service improvement.
- A strong desire to work with children.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to use and develop appropriate patient handling skills.
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers.
Other
Essential
- Flexibility with regards to patterns of work.
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently in line with requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Graduate Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy.
- Registered with the HCPC.
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent and relevant postgraduate courses.
- Portfolio evidence of information learning.
Desirable
- Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
- E-Learning courses or Webinars in Paediatric and/or MSK fields.
- Member of paediatric specific special interest group (APCP).
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive NHS experience in a rotational post, providing a broad range of experience in core and specialist rotations, to include MSK and trauma and orthopaedics.
- Experience of working as part of an MSK physiotherapy team.
- Involvement in service development and review of implemented service development.
- Contributing to clinical education of students and training other staff.
- Previous experience of treating individuals with orthopaedic problems in a ward environment.
- Experience working as part of an MDT.
- Demonstrate knowledge of local safeguarding process.
Desirable
- Previous experience of carrying a MSK/ paediatric caseload.
- Previous experience of working at senior level.
- Previous experience of working with children.
- Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality issues.
- Previous experience of treating children with respiratory problems in a ward environment.
- Experience of being a clinical educator.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Awareness of own limitations.
- Remaining updated with professional practice and new research.
- Understanding the legal responsibilities of the profession.
- Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and audit.
- Demonstrate knowledge of local safeguarding process.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in research/audit.
- Supervision of other staff, e.g., assistants, students, peer supervision.
- Clinical governance group experience.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to complete comprehensive physiotherapy assessments, formulate problem lists and treatment plans.
- Ability to organise and prioritise.
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills when interacting with people from varying backgrounds including those with barriers to their understanding or communication.
- Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes.
- Competent IT skills. E.G Previous experience of using of System One and NHS Attend anywhere.
- Ability to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate.
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trusts policies including data protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, risk management and meet the differing needs of the patients.
Desirable
- Ability to effectively work within a busy MDT.
- Ability to adapt approach to varying age and communication abilities for children presenting with differing conditions.
- Ability to work with children in a group setting for example lower limb group/hydrotherapy.
- Experience of coaching or sports coaching with children.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- A willingness to abide by the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy.
- A willingness to abide by the Trusts Health and Safety Policy.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Flexible- Willingness to work cross-site.
- Empathetic.
- Reliable.
- Problem solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Professional attitude and appearance.
- Desire to complete service improvement.
- A strong desire to work with children.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to use and develop appropriate patient handling skills.
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers.
Other
Essential
- Flexibility with regards to patterns of work.
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently in line with requirements.
Additional information
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).
