Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Physiotherapy
Assistant, to join the Evesham, Bredon, Broadway and Inkberrow (EBBI) Neighbourhood
Team. This is a part time position offering 21 hours over 3 days
The role involves delivering both planned and urgent Physiotherapy
support to our local adult population. You will be expected to contribute to
high quality patient care, working closely with our Physiotherapists and
Occupational Therapists as well as the wider Community Nursing team. Successful
applicants will be professional and ambitious and willing to develop their
skills to be able to be a responsive practitioner.
We visit patients in their homes and provide new
starters with a structured induction package to build your confidence and
competence. There will be many opportunities to develop your skills and
knowledge.
If you would like to discuss this role, informally please
contact the Recruiting Manager found on the top right-hand side of the advert
who will be happy to discuss the role in more detail.
Please note the Trust will not routinely provide sponsorship to work for
this role. In addition to meet Home
Office salary threshold you must have the significant experience to be offered
top of the pay band AND work a minimum of 35.5 hours per week. The Trust will not provide sponsorship to
work for this role, and employment on a time limited visa doesnt guarantee
sponsorship at point of expiry.
Main duties of the job
The Physiotherapy core service works
from 08:30 16.30 Monday to Friday and works within the wider Neighbourhood
Team which covers 07:30-18:30 Monday to Sunday including bank holidays.
Together we provide seamless high-quality services to our housebound patients.
While on duty you will either be working alone or alongside
colleagues to support delegated tasks in line with Trust standards and core
values. Under the direction of a Physiotherapist, you will carry out delegated
duties to support the Physiotherapy Service and implement programmes of
intervention, which will include the provision of standard equipment and
treatment programmes.
Wider tasks
may be delegated, these will have been assessed by a qualified Healthcare
professional. Tasks may include personal care, supporting daily activities,
participating in manual handling and other allocated tasks such as setting up
equipment, and recording observations. Clear and timely communication is key to
your role which may be in a verbal, non-verbal or written format to support
patient centred care.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,
we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals
and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health
and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of
all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over
100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible
working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,
and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value
diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,
and ethnicities.
What we offer;
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27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to
33 days with long service
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Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work
unsocial hours
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Flexible and agile working opportunities
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Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
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Wide range of supportive staff networks
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Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our
website.
We encourage you to read the attached applicant guidance notes.
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your data - As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data to
pursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey from
you (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gained
interest in working for the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will:
Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the
organisation and promote these on a day-to-day basis.
Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves and
the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
Under the direction and supervision of a qualified
Physiotherapist, work as part of the Therapy Team.
Liaise and work closely with team members in the assessment and
intervention of individual patients, to help patients to develop their
interpersonal communications, cognitive skills, physical and functional
abilities, confidence and morale.
Provide patient care following assessment of competencies by a
qualified senior member of staff.
Assist in any other duties that may be required to ensure the
smooth running and efficiency of the service.
For full details of the duties and criteria for this role, please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will:
Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the
organisation and promote these on a day-to-day basis.
Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves and
the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
Under the direction and supervision of a qualified
Physiotherapist, work as part of the Therapy Team.
Liaise and work closely with team members in the assessment and
intervention of individual patients, to help patients to develop their
interpersonal communications, cognitive skills, physical and functional
abilities, confidence and morale.
Provide patient care following assessment of competencies by a
qualified senior member of staff.
Assist in any other duties that may be required to ensure the
smooth running and efficiency of the service.
For full details of the duties and criteria for this role, please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of specific relevant patient conditions and therapy interventions acquired through experience
- Basic Computer Skills including word processing and e-mail
- Ability to work independently (under guidance) using own knowledge skills and initiative acknowledging role boundaries
- Able to manage busy case load and prioritise
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing CPD in a relevant area
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Evidence of ability to communicate and work with team
- Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the post
- I understand the Trust will not provide sponsorship to work for this role, and employment on a time limited visa doesnt guarantee sponsorship at point of expiry.
Qualifications
Essential
- Functional Skills (level 2) or Maths & English GCSE (grades 9-4 or A*-C)
- 3 A-Levels or Health and Science T-Level or equivalent level 3 qualification(s) or as a level 3 apprenticeship (e.g. Senior Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship (or other level 3 qualification pathway)
- Or equivalent clinical experience/expertise within AHP profession underpinned by theoretical and practical experience
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 2 or equivalent within relevant profession
- NHS or equivalent experience e.g. in inpatient areas, acute or community or community services
- Experience of using /fitting adaptive equipment
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of specific relevant patient conditions and therapy interventions acquired through experience
- Basic Computer Skills including word processing and e-mail
- Ability to work independently (under guidance) using own knowledge skills and initiative acknowledging role boundaries
- Able to manage busy case load and prioritise
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing CPD in a relevant area
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Evidence of ability to communicate and work with team
- Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the post
- I understand the Trust will not provide sponsorship to work for this role, and employment on a time limited visa doesnt guarantee sponsorship at point of expiry.
Qualifications
Essential
- Functional Skills (level 2) or Maths & English GCSE (grades 9-4 or A*-C)
- 3 A-Levels or Health and Science T-Level or equivalent level 3 qualification(s) or as a level 3 apprenticeship (e.g. Senior Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship (or other level 3 qualification pathway)
- Or equivalent clinical experience/expertise within AHP profession underpinned by theoretical and practical experience
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 2 or equivalent within relevant profession
- NHS or equivalent experience e.g. in inpatient areas, acute or community or community services
- Experience of using /fitting adaptive equipment
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
EBBI Neighbourhood Team
Evesham Community Hospital, Waterside
Evesham
Worcestershire
WR11 1JT
Employer's website
https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)
