Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Generic Worker interested in therapy to join Felixstowe Community Hospital working on the ward which specialises in the rehabilitation of patients, and facilitating safe and effective discharge of patients to various destinations. The hospital also holds a number of dedicated delirium beds. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and well-motivated Therapy Generic Worker. You will take a key role supporting the Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist on the ward at Felixstowe Community Hospital. Under direct guidance from the Therapists the you will facilitate and implement rehabilitation and assist in equipment assessment and provision. We offer a very supportive approach to personal development and the opportunity to be a key part of shaping the future of how therapy services on the ward are delivered. Main duties of the job To provide high standard of care to the patient whilst promoting independence and respecting their privacy and that of their families. To undertake delegated assessments and deliver healthcare for patients. To work alongside the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users About us We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes. We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff. We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options. Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services. Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients. We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients. If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you. Find out about living and working here - www.youtube.com/watch?vGkPu7HphU8A Date posted 31 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 432-HR2476-24 Job locations Felixstowe Community Hospital Constable Road Felixstowe IP11 7HJ Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description. Person Specification Experience Essential oExperience of working within a care setting oExperience of working with the general public Desirable oNHS experience Qualifications Essential oQCF Care Certificate Desirable oNVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Person Specification Experience Essential oExperience of working within a care setting oExperience of working with the general public Desirable oNHS experience Qualifications Essential oQCF Care Certificate Desirable oNVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care 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. Employer details Employer name East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Felixstowe Community Hospital Constable Road Felixstowe IP11 7HJ Employer's website https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)