Job summary
1 x 30 hours per week
Join our robust, friendly, and supportive Barnsley Community Learning
Disability Team as a Therapy Assistant. In this vital role, you will work
side-by-side with dedicated therapists, supporting their clinical practice and
delivering therapeutic interventions to provide outstanding care. We are
committed to your professional growth, offering a welcoming environment where
you will be encouraged to learn and receive regular supervision. If you're
ready to reach your full potential and become part of a team that's truly
making an impact, we want to hear from you.
At
the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set
by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this
reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We
are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to
work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be
considered alongside all other applications.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
Main duties of the job
A therapy assistant working
with individuals with learning disabilities plays a crucial role in supporting
the therapeutic process across different professions, including physiotherapy,
speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy. This includes implementing therapy support
plans, co facilitating treatment sessions and administrative procedures
Work closely with
physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists
to implement therapy plans and ensure these are followed consistently and
appropriately.
Collaborate on goal setting
and treatment strategies to ensure a holistic approach to the individual's
needs.
Observe and monitor the
individual's responses to therapy activities.
Provide feedback to therapists
regarding the individual's progress, challenges, and achievements.
Maintain accurate and
up-to-date records of therapy sessions, including progress notes and relevant
data.
Maintaining confidentiality and
complying to the clinical governance framework.
Participate in relevant
continued professional development activities.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
under the
supervision/direction of
registered health care
professionals/associate practitioner, perform
delegated interventions and care tasks, for which they have received training,
seeking support as and when necessary.
as
part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and
compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and
rehabilitation potential.
Demonstrating
sensitivity, empathy and active listening skills, maintain positive and
appropriate relationships with people at all times.
demonstrate an understanding of the
care and treatment programmes
required for a designated group of service
users.
To
follow a care plan, advise and guide service users, family and carers in
following prescribed interventions and make the appropriate adjustments within
own competence and skill set and be able to communicate any changes
to service users and
registered health care professionals.
be
required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care
intervention/care plan This may include
areas of work requiring physical
effort, with regard to risk, following the risk assessment
and health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence,
initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks.
Assess situations, eg following falls prevention guidance identify and resolve
potential problems, within own competence.
ensure the
care experienced
is positive
and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy
and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Feedback their observations to
the registered professional/ clinical team to contribute to the care/treatment
planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg,
enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/
independence/recovery.
implement treatment/care
within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and
established clinical care plans within own competence and skill set.
Assisting in the organising
and participating in a range of therapeutic groups and activities as delegated
by the registered practitioner working within own competence and skill set.
apply
basic knowledge of longer-term health conditions, within the remit of care
planning, providing advice, support and feedback to a registered professional.
Undertake
the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use
items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as
appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has
been received.
assist
in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this
may include the need for RRPI techniques (as appropriate to the ward or
community based role and in line with Trust policy and training)
attend
to the service users personal care needs as and when required.
participate in a flexible
rostering arrangement providing /7 day care (as appropriate to the
role/service)
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are
using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We
strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The post holder will:
under the
supervision/direction of
registered health care
professionals/associate practitioner, perform
delegated interventions and care tasks, for which they have received training,
seeking support as and when necessary.
as
part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and
compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and
rehabilitation potential.
Demonstrating
sensitivity, empathy and active listening skills, maintain positive and
appropriate relationships with people at all times.
demonstrate an understanding of the
care and treatment programmes
required for a designated group of service
users.
To
follow a care plan, advise and guide service users, family and carers in
following prescribed interventions and make the appropriate adjustments within
own competence and skill set and be able to communicate any changes
to service users and
registered health care professionals.
be
required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care
intervention/care plan This may include
areas of work requiring physical
effort, with regard to risk, following the risk assessment
and health & safety.
exercise a degree of independence,
initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when delivering tasks.
Assess situations, eg following falls prevention guidance identify and resolve
potential problems, within own competence.
ensure the
care experienced
is positive
and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity, courtesy
and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Feedback their observations to
the registered professional/ clinical team to contribute to the care/treatment
planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg,
enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/
independence/recovery.
implement treatment/care
within well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and
established clinical care plans within own competence and skill set.
Assisting in the organising
and participating in a range of therapeutic groups and activities as delegated
by the registered practitioner working within own competence and skill set.
apply
basic knowledge of longer-term health conditions, within the remit of care
planning, providing advice, support and feedback to a registered professional.
Undertake
the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use
items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc. (as
appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has
been received.
assist
in dealing with verbal/physical aggression using de-escalation techniques, this
may include the need for RRPI techniques (as appropriate to the ward or
community based role and in line with Trust policy and training)
attend
to the service users personal care needs as and when required.
participate in a flexible
rostering arrangement providing /7 day care (as appropriate to the
role/service)
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are
using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We
strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and under own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in English and Maths or equivalent.
- Level 2 qualification/or working through, with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.
Desirable
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills;
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users;
- Demonstrates safe decision-making skills commensurate with role;
- Excellent communicator;
- Good IT/keyboard skills;
- Diversity/Cultural understanding;
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust;
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc;
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner;
- Demonstrates Trust Values;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Good administration and organisational skills;
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental risks etc. and act appropriately;
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value-based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Of demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and under own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in English and Maths or equivalent.
- Level 2 qualification/or working through, with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.
Desirable
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills;
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users;
- Demonstrates safe decision-making skills commensurate with role;
- Excellent communicator;
- Good IT/keyboard skills;
- Diversity/Cultural understanding;
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust;
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc;
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner;
- Demonstrates Trust Values;
- Excellent interpersonal skills;
- Good administration and organisational skills;
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental risks etc. and act appropriately;
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value-based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
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.
