Job summary This post is based within the MSK Physiotherapy and Hand Therapy Department at Diana Princess of Wales Hospital Grimsby and involves the delivery of therapeutic intervention to those who require rehabilitation following injury or illness. The post holder will become a valued part of an integrated Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy team providing a service to those attending the Out-Patient Physiotherapy and Hand Therapy department. The aim of this service is to work with patients, families and the wider multidisciplinary team to improve function following injury or illness and assist in self-management of long term conditions. Main duties of the job Regular clinical supervision and an in-house training programme will be provided to enable the post holder to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to undertake the role competently and confidently. You will be supported to complete a self-assessment checklist around your current competencies and supported through a career development portfolio. This post combines administrative and patient facing clinical responsibilities once an appropriate level of competence has been demonstrated. This post offers the challenges and rewards of working with people to maintain or restore function, maximise rehabilitation potential and plan for long-term management. High levels of personal resilience, self-motivation and professionalism are required to maintain a person-centred, compassionate focus in the fast paced and demanding environment of a busy out-patient setting. The role offers the opportunity to support people through their rehabilitation journey within a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will work under the direct supervision or alongside registered therapists but will at times be asked to deliver interventions on their own. About us NLAG is part of one of the largest acute and community Group arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion. Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Group has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve. Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH. As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology. We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Group and our community. Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated. Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 208-B7307E-24-1 Job locations Diana Princess of Wales Hospital Scartho Road Grimsby DN33 2BA Job description Job responsibilities For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below. As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide. Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees. We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen. Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues. We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients. We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://joinnlag.co.uk/ In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Recruitment & Workforce team will use and hold your personal data for the intended purpose and in line with the Recruitment & Workforce Privacy Statement. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role. Job description Job responsibilities For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below. As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide. Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees. We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen. Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues. We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients. We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://joinnlag.co.uk/ In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Recruitment & Workforce team will use and hold your personal data for the intended purpose and in line with the Recruitment & Workforce Privacy Statement. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role. Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Relevant Level III qualification e.g. Health and Social Care Level 2 literacy and numeracy (GCSE Grade C or above or functional skills in Maths and English) Desirable Assistant membership in professional body Be able to travel around the geographical area in a designated timeframe. Knowledge training and experience Essential Experience of working with patients in a health care environemnt IT related skills or training Desirable Additional courses relating to therapy Communication and interpersonal skills Essential Self-motivated to work independently with delegated caseload Clear and effective communication skills verbal and written Desirable Understanding of a variety of communication barriers and methods of dealing with these Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Relevant Level III qualification e.g. Health and Social Care Level 2 literacy and numeracy (GCSE Grade C or above or functional skills in Maths and English) Desirable Assistant membership in professional body Be able to travel around the geographical area in a designated timeframe. Knowledge training and experience Essential Experience of working with patients in a health care environemnt IT related skills or training Desirable Additional courses relating to therapy Communication and interpersonal skills Essential Self-motivated to work independently with delegated caseload Clear and effective communication skills verbal and written Desirable Understanding of a variety of communication barriers and methods of dealing with these 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 Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust Address Diana Princess of Wales Hospital Scartho Road Grimsby DN33 2BA Employer's website https://www.nlg.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)