Job summary
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust are one of
the largest integrated organisations in the country, providing hospital and community services to a
population of over 650,000. We are an ambitious and innovative organisation with a talented
workforce of over 7,000 colleagues. Our Vision is to be Right First Time, Every Time and our mission is to
provide safe, compassionate and joined-up care to the populations of County Durham and Darlington.
We are looking for a dynamic individual to join
the Intermediate Care and Crisis Therapy Team at Chester le Street Community
Hospital. The team works across the Durham, Chester-le-Street and Derwentside
area providing therapy into rehabilitation beds within care homes and out into
the community. Along with providing urgent community response therapy
intervention to prevent any avoidable hopsital admissions.The post involves
working as part of multi-disciplinary team including Occupational Therapists,
Physiotherapists, Therapy Assistant Practitioners and Assistants.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the organisation the post holder will
Complete own individual responsibilities and share team
objectives
Work as part of dynamic multi-disciplinary team
Complete holistic and specialist assessments and create
specialist rehabilitation plans as required for patients in Intermediate Care
beds
Lead or contribute to creating improvement, transformation
and innovation of services
Work as part of crisis therapy team to meet national
guidance of two hour response therapy and urgent response care.
Work flexibly across the service and support other
clinical service needs as required
Lead by action and inspire others acting as role model,
demonstrating the leadership behaviours and values identified by CDDFT
Communicate positively and effectively
Actively give and receive feedback in a constructive
manner
Be adaptable, work with integrity and be trustworthy
Show constancy, courage and resolve in the pursuit of the
vision and aims of CDDFT
Actively contribute to improving the health
and well-being of the population that is served
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be required to
To organise and prioritise own workload and to monitor those
you clinically supervise within a defined area.
To undertake holistic and comprehensive specialist
assessments of patients including those with diverse or complex
presentations/multi pathologies that change across the caseload.
To utilise analytical and clinical reasoning skills and
manual assessment techniques to provide accurate management of the condition,
these skills may be advanced, interpret facts and select the appropriate
treatment and implement rehabilitation programmes.
To maintain timely documentation of clinical records and
audit the documentation of supervisees, ensuring compliance with standards set
down by the Trust, HCPC and relevant professional bodies.
To delegate treatment plans to unqualified staff inclusive
of assistants and care support workers.
To complete assessments of patients homes such as
environmental visits and home visits and arrange equipment for safe discharges
from Intermediate Care beds as required.
Manage crisis intervention within the community to meet
national guidance on two hour responses. To provide holistic assessments,
provision of equipment, short term therapy including organising short term
social care needs as required to reduce hospital admissions.
To formally supervise lesser experienced staff, and
assistants to whom you allocate clinical and non-clinical tasks ensuring their
input is within the remit of their role and competencies, and to be responsible
for the safe use of equipment as used by self, assistants and students.
To participate in the clinical governance procedures
including the prompt recording and reporting of incidents, equipment defects
and first line management of informal complaints.
Appraise and develop clinical activities within the team
through monitoring and reviewing both individual and team performance,
addressing performance capability issues where necessary.
To contribute towards the provision of flexible and timely
service.
To be responsible for your own Continuous Professional
Development evidenced by attendance at relevant courses (in-service and
external), achievement of appraisal objectives and maintenance of a
professional portfolio, which includes reflective practice.
To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and Personal
Development Plan as both appraiser and appraise.
To be an active member of the in-service training programme,
including attendance and participation in the provision of training to staff;
attendance at training sessions in house, external courses, and practising
reflective practice.
To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and
current practices through the use of evidence based practice projects, audit,
research and outcome measures, either individually or with colleagues, clinical
lead or manager.
To maintain own registration with the Health
Care Professions Council (HCPC) and adhere to codes of conduct as set by the
HCPC and relevant professional body
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be required to
To organise and prioritise own workload and to monitor those
you clinically supervise within a defined area.
To undertake holistic and comprehensive specialist
assessments of patients including those with diverse or complex
presentations/multi pathologies that change across the caseload.
To utilise analytical and clinical reasoning skills and
manual assessment techniques to provide accurate management of the condition,
these skills may be advanced, interpret facts and select the appropriate
treatment and implement rehabilitation programmes.
To maintain timely documentation of clinical records and
audit the documentation of supervisees, ensuring compliance with standards set
down by the Trust, HCPC and relevant professional bodies.
To delegate treatment plans to unqualified staff inclusive
of assistants and care support workers.
To complete assessments of patients homes such as
environmental visits and home visits and arrange equipment for safe discharges
from Intermediate Care beds as required.
Manage crisis intervention within the community to meet
national guidance on two hour responses. To provide holistic assessments,
provision of equipment, short term therapy including organising short term
social care needs as required to reduce hospital admissions.
To formally supervise lesser experienced staff, and
assistants to whom you allocate clinical and non-clinical tasks ensuring their
input is within the remit of their role and competencies, and to be responsible
for the safe use of equipment as used by self, assistants and students.
To participate in the clinical governance procedures
including the prompt recording and reporting of incidents, equipment defects
and first line management of informal complaints.
Appraise and develop clinical activities within the team
through monitoring and reviewing both individual and team performance,
addressing performance capability issues where necessary.
To contribute towards the provision of flexible and timely
service.
To be responsible for your own Continuous Professional
Development evidenced by attendance at relevant courses (in-service and
external), achievement of appraisal objectives and maintenance of a
professional portfolio, which includes reflective practice.
To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and Personal
Development Plan as both appraiser and appraise.
To be an active member of the in-service training programme,
including attendance and participation in the provision of training to staff;
attendance at training sessions in house, external courses, and practising
reflective practice.
To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and
current practices through the use of evidence based practice projects, audit,
research and outcome measures, either individually or with colleagues, clinical
lead or manager.
To maintain own registration with the Health
Care Professions Council (HCPC) and adhere to codes of conduct as set by the
HCPC and relevant professional body
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy or BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD, including attendance at recent post-graduate courses relevant to the clinical fields in the specialism
Desirable
- An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing
- Involvement in specific interest groups
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- In depth and up to date knowledge and skills in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of physical disabilities.
- Remain updated with professional practice and new research
- Understand clinical governance and its implication for services, including experiences of quality and audit
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of data protections, equal opportunities and health and safety
- To meet the differing needs of patients
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- Ability to cope with working in stressful environment and deal with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Ability to work independently and organise, prioritise and delegate workload to meet service demands
- Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession
- Able to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Evidence of self-directed learning and
- critical appraisal skills
Desirable
- Ability to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
- Presentational skills
- Competent IT skills e.g.for electronic record keeping, emails
- Evidence of participation in research/audit
- Clinical supervision of other therapy staff/students
- Clinical educator experience.
- Attendance at a recognised clinical
- educators course
Statutory Registration
Essential
- HCPC registered Occupational Therapist or HCPC registered Physiotherapist
Desirable
- Member of BAOT or Member of CSP
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel and carry small items of equipment on a daily basis to fulfil the requirements of the post
Desirable
- Ability to meet physical demands of the post
- Commitment, motivation and ability to work flexibly within a
- multidisciplinary service
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive and relevant qualified experience in physical rehabilitation including recent general rehabilitation experience.
- Experience of collaborative working within multi disciplinary teams.
- Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings.
Desirable
- Experience in staff appraisals
- Experience in working in a variety of settings
- Experience of working in Intermediate Care and crisis management.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy or BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD, including attendance at recent post-graduate courses relevant to the clinical fields in the specialism
Desirable
- An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing
- Involvement in specific interest groups
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- In depth and up to date knowledge and skills in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of physical disabilities.
- Remain updated with professional practice and new research
- Understand clinical governance and its implication for services, including experiences of quality and audit
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of data protections, equal opportunities and health and safety
- To meet the differing needs of patients
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- Ability to cope with working in stressful environment and deal with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Ability to work independently and organise, prioritise and delegate workload to meet service demands
- Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession
- Able to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Evidence of self-directed learning and
- critical appraisal skills
Desirable
- Ability to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
- Presentational skills
- Competent IT skills e.g.for electronic record keeping, emails
- Evidence of participation in research/audit
- Clinical supervision of other therapy staff/students
- Clinical educator experience.
- Attendance at a recognised clinical
- educators course
Statutory Registration
Essential
- HCPC registered Occupational Therapist or HCPC registered Physiotherapist
Desirable
- Member of BAOT or Member of CSP
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel and carry small items of equipment on a daily basis to fulfil the requirements of the post
Desirable
- Ability to meet physical demands of the post
- Commitment, motivation and ability to work flexibly within a
- multidisciplinary service
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive and relevant qualified experience in physical rehabilitation including recent general rehabilitation experience.
- Experience of collaborative working within multi disciplinary teams.
- Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings.
Desirable
- Experience in staff appraisals
- Experience in working in a variety of settings
- Experience of working in Intermediate Care and crisis management.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chester Le Street Community Hospital
29 Front Street
Chester Le Street
DH3 3AT
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
