Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic, innovative and enthusiastic AHP Senior Support Worker to join our forward thinking Elderly Therapy Teams on the wards at York Hospital. We are committed to providing innovative and effective evidence-based practice, and are looking for a highly motivated and committed therapy support worker to be part of our continually developing service to this patient group. There is a robust support network for all staff, including clinical supervision and peer review.
You would be working directly with therapists with a wide range of skills and experience. This provides an excellent opportunity to learn new skills, and we are keen to support and encourage the team to develop and provide excellent quality in patient care and meet national standards.
As a department we have strong links with the wider multidisciplinary team. You will have competencies to work to and a robust period of induction when joining the team, with an ongoing structure for supervision and development.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Main duties of the job
This role offers the opportunity to work with patients on the acute inpatient wards, to deliver delegated rehabilitation programmes devised by Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, whilst preventing deconditioning alongside the wider ward teams.
The role is also essential in ensuring key administration tasks are undertaken. We provide a structured induction, competency package and ongoing supervision and training. This position would sit within the Acute Elderly Therapy Teams, but we would be looking for someone in this role to be dynamic and flexible to be able to help across any clinical areas as required.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
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A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
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Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
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Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- A levels ( 3) or Level 3 national certificate or Level 3 diploma or Senior Healthcare support worker apprenticeship or Mathematics and English to Level 2: Functional Skills/GCSE Grade C
- Proactively undertakes relevant specialist or departmental training in order to achieve required knowledge and competency for role.
Desirable
- Care Certificate
- Level 3 certificate in Health & Social Care
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Practical knowledge of role, including good understanding of role applied for
- Experience of working within a team and with the general public
- Practical awareness of issues affecting safety and risk
- Experience of managing allocated tasks independently within own competency and taking responsibility for decision making
Desirable
- Experience presenting to groups
- Experience of working within a health/social care or educational environment
- Experience of mentoring/supervising members of a team
- Up to date personal portfolio of learning
- Evidence of transferable workplace training and competencies
- Awareness of needs of vulnerable groups including dementia, learning disabilities and others with protected characteristics
- Able to work with clients who may have challenging behaviours and limited communication
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Competent IT skills and the ability to use digital platforms and maintain business related information
- Ability to use a range of communication, negotiation and motivation skills using a variety of formats including verbal, written and virtual.
- Ability to problem solve, prioritise and escalate work related issues
- Able to learn from experiences and demonstrate change
- Ability to understand delegation, scope of role and to take responsibility for given caseload.
- Acts in a professional manner
- Excellent ability to work as part of a team
- Practical, caring and patient focussed
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- A levels ( 3) or Level 3 national certificate or Level 3 diploma or Senior Healthcare support worker apprenticeship or Mathematics and English to Level 2: Functional Skills/GCSE Grade C
- Proactively undertakes relevant specialist or departmental training in order to achieve required knowledge and competency for role.
Desirable
- Care Certificate
- Level 3 certificate in Health & Social Care
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Practical knowledge of role, including good understanding of role applied for
- Experience of working within a team and with the general public
- Practical awareness of issues affecting safety and risk
- Experience of managing allocated tasks independently within own competency and taking responsibility for decision making
Desirable
- Experience presenting to groups
- Experience of working within a health/social care or educational environment
- Experience of mentoring/supervising members of a team
- Up to date personal portfolio of learning
- Evidence of transferable workplace training and competencies
- Awareness of needs of vulnerable groups including dementia, learning disabilities and others with protected characteristics
- Able to work with clients who may have challenging behaviours and limited communication
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Competent IT skills and the ability to use digital platforms and maintain business related information
- Ability to use a range of communication, negotiation and motivation skills using a variety of formats including verbal, written and virtual.
- Ability to problem solve, prioritise and escalate work related issues
- Able to learn from experiences and demonstrate change
- Ability to understand delegation, scope of role and to take responsibility for given caseload.
- Acts in a professional manner
- Excellent ability to work as part of a team
- Practical, caring and patient focussed
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.
