Job summary 37.5 Hours Per Week We have an opportunity for an exercise therapist to join our team and work alongside the MDT in the delivery of the health and well being offer, initially within medium secure services, however there maybe future opportunity to expand this to the low secure services. We are currently looking to enhance our health and well being offer within the service and as part of this we will be looking at the available resource to support the exercise therapists within their role to deliver an excellent service to our service users. The post holder will have experience of developing and delivering exercise programmes both individually and with groups. They will be responsible for the day to day organisation and working arrangements for the gymnasium, exercise sessions and sports activities contributing to the overall assessment and treatment of service users. They will work alongside the MDT, including the Consultant Psychiatrist, Primary Nursing Team, Primary Care service and Occupational Therapist to ensure a holistic approach is adopted in supporting individuals in maintaining positive physical and mental health. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who is looking for a new challenge to work as part of a team striving to make a difference to our patients health care. All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for working within the Yorkshire Centre for Forensic Psychiatry, providing a service to the client group of mentally disordered adult offenders with complex needs. Their mental health difficulties are of a severe and challenging nature, and they include patients with learning disabilities. This will be under the direction and supervision of the General Manager within the service. He/she will be responsible for the day to day organisation and working arrangements for the gymnasium, exercise sessions and sports activities contributing to the overall assessment and treatment of service users. To apply a knowledge and understanding of working with people in often severely disturbed and chaotic psychological and emotional states, where there may be considerable obstacles to the building of relationships and therapeutic interactions. They will be able to develop individualised plans to support health promotion and living a healthy lifestyles, as indicated by the MDT assessment. At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements (salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time. About us We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative. Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers. We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities. Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust. Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible. Date posted 06 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9378-F0630 Job locations Newton Lodge Fieldhead Hospital, Ouchthorpe Lane, Wakefield WF1 3SP Job description Job responsibilities To plan, organise, run and evaluate exercise and education sessions for individuals and groups of patients with a mental health condition, both in an inpatient area and within a community setting. To assess suitability of patients group activity and progress within group where necessary. To undertake own caseload of individual patients with mental health conditions. To manage own caseload of patients by accepting direct referrals from health care professionals. To prioritise, assess, plan, run and evaluate a number of complex activities or treatment programmes for groups or individuals. Responsible for maintaining accurate treatment records and insuring data is entered on to appropriate IT system for work undertaken. To develop and deliver specialist therapeutic exercise groups, to patients referred to the mental health physiotherapy team. To develop and deliver exercise programmes to individuals where necessary, assessing, re-assessing and progressing exercises and discharging patients when treatment complete. Responsible for organising and delivering educational sessions related to the clinical area. To lead, teach, advise and demonstrate activities in own clinical area to new or less experienced employees, students or volunteers. To undertake audits and surveys necessary to work in own area and may occasionally be included in research and development projects. To ensure own development within the clinical area of mental health physiotherapy. To ensure the appropriate use/issue of therapeutic equipment. For further job information, please see attached job descirption. Job description Job responsibilities To plan, organise, run and evaluate exercise and education sessions for individuals and groups of patients with a mental health condition, both in an inpatient area and within a community setting. To assess suitability of patients group activity and progress within group where necessary. To undertake own caseload of individual patients with mental health conditions. To manage own caseload of patients by accepting direct referrals from health care professionals. To prioritise, assess, plan, run and evaluate a number of complex activities or treatment programmes for groups or individuals. Responsible for maintaining accurate treatment records and insuring data is entered on to appropriate IT system for work undertaken. To develop and deliver specialist therapeutic exercise groups, to patients referred to the mental health physiotherapy team. To develop and deliver exercise programmes to individuals where necessary, assessing, re-assessing and progressing exercises and discharging patients when treatment complete. Responsible for organising and delivering educational sessions related to the clinical area. To lead, teach, advise and demonstrate activities in own clinical area to new or less experienced employees, students or volunteers. To undertake audits and surveys necessary to work in own area and may occasionally be included in research and development projects. To ensure own development within the clinical area of mental health physiotherapy. To ensure the appropriate use/issue of therapeutic equipment. For further job information, please see attached job descirption. Person Specification Experience Essential Group facilitation experience. Qualifications Essential Formal qualification in exercise or fitness/gym instruction (RSA equivalent) or NVQ level 3 in therapy/care substantial experience as Therapy Assistant in Cardiac or Pulmonary rehabilitation. GCSE English or equivalent Desirable Other exercise qualifications, experience. Special Knowledge and Skills Essential Good verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills. Ability to understand their role and limitations. Ability to organise, evaluate, facilitate and participate in exercise groups. Ability to progress exercise programmes. To demonstrate an understanding of the conditions experienced by patients with cardiac or pulmonary conditions and the ability to set up appropriate exercise programmes. Ability to observe Health & Safety regulations and risk assess working area. Desirable Basic computer skills Training. Desirable Evidence of ongoing learning in relevant area. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Personal Attributes Essential Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work as part of a team but also alone using own initiative. Ability to work to time constraints and pressure. A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) Flexible working as service requires including evenings/weekends as necessary. Person Specification Experience Essential Group facilitation experience. Qualifications Essential Formal qualification in exercise or fitness/gym instruction (RSA equivalent) or NVQ level 3 in therapy/care substantial experience as Therapy Assistant in Cardiac or Pulmonary rehabilitation. GCSE English or equivalent Desirable Other exercise qualifications, experience. Special Knowledge and Skills Essential Good verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills. Ability to understand their role and limitations. Ability to organise, evaluate, facilitate and participate in exercise groups. Ability to progress exercise programmes. To demonstrate an understanding of the conditions experienced by patients with cardiac or pulmonary conditions and the ability to set up appropriate exercise programmes. Ability to observe Health & Safety regulations and risk assess working area. Desirable Basic computer skills Training. Desirable Evidence of ongoing learning in relevant area. Physical Attributes Essential Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy). Personal Attributes Essential Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work as part of a team but also alone using own initiative. Ability to work to time constraints and pressure. A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) Flexible working as service requires including evenings/weekends as necessary. 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 South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust Address Newton Lodge Fieldhead Hospital, Ouchthorpe Lane, Wakefield WF1 3SP Employer's website https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)