Job summary
Community Therapy Assistant Practitioner
Calne, Corsham and Box Community Team
30 hours per week
Are you a compassionate and skilled Assistant Practitioner seeking a meaningful and rewarding role? The Calne, Corsham and Box Community Team is offering an exciting opportunity for a qualified Assistant Practitioner to join our dedicated and dynamic team.
Were looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and hardworking individual who can adapt to a fast-paced environment and work efficiently. Our team is friendly and supportive, and we welcome someone eager to learn, grow, and embrace change. This is a great opportunity to be part of a collaborative team where your skills and commitment will truly impact peoples lives.
In this role, you will work under the guidance of a team of approachable physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
Main duties of the job
As an Assistant Practitioner you will be responsible for:
To undertake the assessment of less complex patients and ensure effective treatment in conjunction with agreed objectives..
To maintain accurate, timely, and relevant clinical records both written and computerised.
To maintain the safe custody of healthcare records & manage a caseload of less complex patients.
To treat patients as individuals and enable them to achieve maximum independence.
To undertake any other duties that would be a reasonable expectation of the role.<
To maintain appropriate professional standards and agreed criteria are met.
To work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member.
To communicate effectively and work in collaboration with patients, carers, other Health Care professional's.
Please see the attached JD for the full list
About us
About the Company
We change lives by transforming health and care.
Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.
While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.
To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2
Job description
Job responsibilities
<p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;">As a <strong style="font-weight:700;">Assistant Practitioner Band 4</strong><strong style="font-weight:700;"> </strong>we value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:</p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;"><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Competitive Pay & Pension</strong>: </li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Professional Growth</strong>: Join our <em>Strive for Better</em> networks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Exclusive Rewards</strong>: Access discounts and premium offers at national supermarkets, well-known retailers, and indulgent treats like Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Wellbeing Support</strong>: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, offering access to counsellors, career coaching, legal advice, and more.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Flexible Pay Options</strong>: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access your wages as you need them, without worrying about high-interest loans or overdrafts.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Learning & Development</strong>: Advance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, who collaborate with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities to help you grow.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Recognition & Involvement</strong>: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas to improve services, and stay informed through regular updates from our leadership team.</li></ul> <p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Essential</strong></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> 2 Year Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Dealing with distressed patients/clients regularly </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Regular VDU usage </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to concentrate on complex/demanding tasks. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to work as a team member. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to deliver patient focused care. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to recognise own limitations. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Typing / data inputting skills </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Good communication skills written, numerical and verbal including where there will be barriers to understanding. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Physical skills to manually handle patients and use appropriate lifting aids. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Undertake specific specific clinical and therapy skills e.g. taking blood pressure, rehabilitation programs. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Basic understanding of rehabilitation and its application e.g. personal care skills, leisure work </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Current full UK driving license and use of a car during working hours </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to cope under pressure. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Desirable</strong></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> NVQ 4 or equivalent experience or qualification </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Other requirements: </strong></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Driven to achieve </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Self-motivated </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Good time management </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p>
Job description
Job responsibilities
<p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;">As a <strong style="font-weight:700;">Assistant Practitioner Band 4</strong><strong style="font-weight:700;"> </strong>we value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:</p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;"><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Competitive Pay & Pension</strong>: </li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Professional Growth</strong>: Join our <em>Strive for Better</em> networks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Exclusive Rewards</strong>: Access discounts and premium offers at national supermarkets, well-known retailers, and indulgent treats like Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Wellbeing Support</strong>: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, offering access to counsellors, career coaching, legal advice, and more.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Flexible Pay Options</strong>: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access your wages as you need them, without worrying about high-interest loans or overdrafts.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Learning & Development</strong>: Advance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, who collaborate with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities to help you grow.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;"><strong style="font-weight:700;display:unset;">Recognition & Involvement</strong>: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas to improve services, and stay informed through regular updates from our leadership team.</li></ul> <p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Essential</strong></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> 2 Year Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Dealing with distressed patients/clients regularly </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Regular VDU usage </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to concentrate on complex/demanding tasks. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to work as a team member. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to deliver patient focused care. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to recognise own limitations. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Typing / data inputting skills </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Good communication skills written, numerical and verbal including where there will be barriers to understanding. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Physical skills to manually handle patients and use appropriate lifting aids. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Undertake specific specific clinical and therapy skills e.g. taking blood pressure, rehabilitation programs. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Basic understanding of rehabilitation and its application e.g. personal care skills, leisure work </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Current full UK driving license and use of a car during working hours </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Ability to cope under pressure. </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Desirable</strong></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> NVQ 4 or equivalent experience or qualification </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Other requirements: </strong></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Driven to achieve </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Self-motivated </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> Good time management </p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p>
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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.
