Job summary
Do you have the skills and enthusiasm for working in a rehabilitation setting? A vacancy has arisen in our Specialist Rehabilitation team. This rewarding role is ideal if you have a passion for supporting people on their rehab' journey. Working as a Therapy Assistant, you would be providing essential support for Therapists and playing an important part in our Stroke and Neuro' rehabilitation service. This exciting role will be shared between working on the Acute Stroke & Rehab' Ward and the Neuro-Outpatient, Amputees and AIRE Unit Team.
Our teams are committed to developing our support workforce. We want to provide the right people with the skills and experience that can lead to a rewarding career.
Main duties of the job
Generic Therapy Assistants support service areas to assess, plan and implement a range of interventions to improve the functional ability and well-being of individuals and/or groups. The post holder will be responsible for activities delegated to them and will work without direct supervision but will have immediate access to a clinician for advice and direction as required. Generic Assistants are expected to continually improve their knowledge and skills and work collaboratively with therapy and dietetic colleagues to enhance patient care.
About us
Therapy Services consists of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Dietitians, assistants and administration staff. Therapy and dietetic teams work with people of all ages and in a wide range of settings including the hospital, outpatient clinics, people's homes, and schools.
We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will: Manage a caseload delegated by clinicians Independently undertake basic assessments and interventions relevant to delegated caseload Contribute to the evaluation of programmes and patients progression making minor alterations in consultation with the therapist/dietitian. Support therapists/dietitians with complex cases as required Work with team members to ensure the effective functioning of the team Work in partnership with patients, carers, the multi disciplinary team and wider statutory, private and voluntary sector services. Participate in activities to improve the service area Work flexibly according to patient and service needs
In pursuing these duties the post holder will ensure compliance with the NHS Constitution and the Trusts Right Care strategy.
For full details of the job description and person specification please see the attached document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will: Manage a caseload delegated by clinicians Independently undertake basic assessments and interventions relevant to delegated caseload Contribute to the evaluation of programmes and patients progression making minor alterations in consultation with the therapist/dietitian. Support therapists/dietitians with complex cases as required Work with team members to ensure the effective functioning of the team Work in partnership with patients, carers, the multi disciplinary team and wider statutory, private and voluntary sector services. Participate in activities to improve the service area Work flexibly according to patient and service needs
In pursuing these duties the post holder will ensure compliance with the NHS Constitution and the Trusts Right Care strategy.
For full details of the job description and person specification please see the attached document.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general level of education including GCSEs in English and Maths
- Relevant Level III QCF qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable
- 4 GCSEs Grade A - D
- Completed courses relevant to therapy and /or dietetics
- ECDL or formal qualifications in word processing and spreadsheets
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in health care, social care or education
- Experience of working with people with a range of health needs
- Experience of carrying out therapeutic interventions
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience in use of IT applications
Desirable
- Recent experience of working in therapy or dietetic services
Skills
Essential
- Communication skills including observation, listening and empathy
- Skills to empower people to realise and maintain their potential in relation to health and well being
- Analytical and reflective skills
- Planning and organisational skills
- Negotiation and problem-solving skills
Desirable
- Supervisory skills
- Presentation skills, both written and verbal, and ability to adjust style and content as appropriate
Other
Essential
- Car driver with access to a vehicle and/or to be able to travel between sites and to patients' homes in a timely manner
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the impact illness and disability have on function
- Knowledge of rehabilitation
- Knowledge of therapy interventions
- Knowledge of the roles of other professionals and the principles of partnership working
- Knowledge to promote and support equality and value diversity
- Knowledge of health, safety issues
- Knowledge of the NHS constitution
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant clinical assessments and treatments
- Knowledge of SystmOne
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general level of education including GCSEs in English and Maths
- Relevant Level III QCF qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable
- 4 GCSEs Grade A - D
- Completed courses relevant to therapy and /or dietetics
- ECDL or formal qualifications in word processing and spreadsheets
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in health care, social care or education
- Experience of working with people with a range of health needs
- Experience of carrying out therapeutic interventions
- Experience of working in a team
- Experience in use of IT applications
Desirable
- Recent experience of working in therapy or dietetic services
Skills
Essential
- Communication skills including observation, listening and empathy
- Skills to empower people to realise and maintain their potential in relation to health and well being
- Analytical and reflective skills
- Planning and organisational skills
- Negotiation and problem-solving skills
Desirable
- Supervisory skills
- Presentation skills, both written and verbal, and ability to adjust style and content as appropriate
Other
Essential
- Car driver with access to a vehicle and/or to be able to travel between sites and to patients' homes in a timely manner
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the impact illness and disability have on function
- Knowledge of rehabilitation
- Knowledge of therapy interventions
- Knowledge of the roles of other professionals and the principles of partnership working
- Knowledge to promote and support equality and value diversity
- Knowledge of health, safety issues
- Knowledge of the NHS constitution
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant clinical assessments and treatments
- Knowledge of SystmOne
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).
