Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, well motivated individual who is able to demonstrate an interest in patient rehabilitation, into this Physiotherapy Support Worker role. The main qualities we are looking for include being caring and kind - in addition to being well organised and using own initiative.
Main duties of the job
There is one post based on the medicine wards at the University Hospital Llandough and the second in the University Hospital of Wales. The post holder will work as part of a large team of physiotherapists and support workers providing physiotherapy to predominantly frail older people. The job responsibilities will include supervision of exercises and activities of daily living including some aspects of personal care. There will also be some administrative duties as part of the role.
If candidates are shortlisted and invited to an interview, we would strongly recommend that you make contact before you attend the interview to fully understand the role and requirements and have an informal conversation with the Team Lead.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Basic awareness of physiotherapy
- Basic knowledge of rehabilitation
Desirable
- Knowledge of organisation
- Knowledge of disability issues
Skills
Essential
- Good written and spoken English
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- Reliability
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in caring role
- Experience of dealing with people
- Experience in health and wellbeing and or social care
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Education
- G.C.S.E. English Grade C or above, or equivalent
Person Specification
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Basic awareness of physiotherapy
- Basic knowledge of rehabilitation
Desirable
- Knowledge of organisation
- Knowledge of disability issues
Skills
Essential
- Good written and spoken English
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- Reliability
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in caring role
- Experience of dealing with people
- Experience in health and wellbeing and or social care
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Education
- G.C.S.E. English Grade C or above, or equivalent
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).
