Job summary We are looking for two Assistant Practitioners to join the Community Rehabilitation and Falls service; there is a full-time post in our South team based at Clifton Cornerstone, and a part-time post (30 hours per week) in our North team based at Bulwell Riverside. The Community Rehabilitation and Falls Service works with a diverse caseload of patients in need of rehabilitation following an acute illness or injury, as well as those with deteriorating conditions where the focus is maintaining function and independence. The service has a particular specialism in falls prevention and rehabilitation. You will support people with a wide range of conditions, including falls, frail elderly, neurological and orthopaedics, and negotiate support plans to help them achieve their rehabilitation goals. You will be working closely within our very supportive MDT of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, other Assistant Practitioners, and Rehabilitation Support Worker. Main duties of the job You will work alongside colleagues within a multidisciplinary team to deliver exercise programmes, and provide mobility aids and assistive equipment, which support independence and falls prevention. As the assessment and treatment takes place in patients own homes, you will need to be a car driver in order to carry out the role. You will also help to run our falls prevention exercise classes (Postural Stability) in various Health Centres, and there will be the opportunity to train as a Postural Stability Instructor to lead the classes. About us We are a provider of NHS Community Health Services, CityCare exists to support the health and wellbeing of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners to achieve this. We are a value driven, people business with a passion for excellence. Our vision and social purpose is to make a difference everyday to the health & wellbeing of our communities and our values of kindness, respect, trust and honesty lie at the heart of everything we do, guiding how we work together with partners and each other to consistently deliver high quality compassionate care. As a social enterprise we aim to add social value by investing in the future of our local communities and helping to make a difference in peoples lives. CityCare value the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBT or from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, as they are currently under-represented within our organisation. We are proud to be a forces-friendly organisation and are dedicated to supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, and military spouses/partners. We value the unique skills and contributions you bring. CityCare is an equal opportunities employer. We are positive about employing people with disabilities. If you require your application in a different format please contact Human Resources on 0115 8839418. CityCare is committed to the protection of vulnerable adults and children. Date posted 03 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year pro rata for part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number B9826-PAUD-6224 Job locations Clifton Cornerstone Southchurch Drive Nottingham NG11 8EW Bulwell Riverside Main Street, Bulwell Nottingham NG6 8QJ Job description Job responsibilities J ob Purpose To work within the Community Rehabilitation and Falls Service to provide assessment and input to people within the Nottingham City Community. To work holistically in providing assessment and treatment of health and social care needs, with a focus on physical rehabilitation, promoting independence with activities of daily living, and preventing falls. To work across professional boundaries and within legislation, policies and procedures and core values. Dimensions You will be working in a variety of community settings, predominantly in patients own homes and in out-patient clinics, carrying out rehabilitation programmes with patients, providing education and equipment for patients, carers and families. To participate actively in the services training strategy, including mandatory training and other identified necessary for this role. Key Responsibilities Clinical Work in accordance with the code of conduct for Health Care Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England Skills for Care & Skills for Health 2013. To accept responsibility for a designated workload, taking an active role in promoting independence and meeting the needs of the patient. To undertake assessments, care planning and interventions with patients, under the supervision of qualified staff. To review and adapt individual care plans as appropriate. To work in accordance with competencies, recognise own limitations and the need to seek support from other members of the team. To refer on to other services when the patients needs are beyond the Assistant Practitioner role. To promote health and wellbeing when working with patients and their family/carers. Managerial and Leadership To provide support to other Assistant Practitioners, Support Workers and contribute to the development of students as appropriate. Education and Development To ensure knowledge, skills and competencies are kept up to date and complete all relevant competencies within recognised time frames. To be involved in formal appraisal systems, supervision, and be active in identifying aims and objectives for personal development in line with organisational policy. Also, to evidence that you proactively engage in continuing professional development activities. Clinical Governance To maintain comprehensive and accurate records in line with the organisations policies. To maintain a safe working environment and comply with health and safety regulations, policies and procedures. To comply with information governance requirements and maintain confidentiality. To actively promote equality and diversity at all times, in line with the organisations policies. The post holder will comply with current legislation, the organisations policies, procedures, values and vision. Job description Job responsibilities J ob Purpose To work within the Community Rehabilitation and Falls Service to provide assessment and input to people within the Nottingham City Community. To work holistically in providing assessment and treatment of health and social care needs, with a focus on physical rehabilitation, promoting independence with activities of daily living, and preventing falls. To work across professional boundaries and within legislation, policies and procedures and core values. Dimensions You will be working in a variety of community settings, predominantly in patients own homes and in out-patient clinics, carrying out rehabilitation programmes with patients, providing education and equipment for patients, carers and families. To participate actively in the services training strategy, including mandatory training and other identified necessary for this role. Key Responsibilities Clinical Work in accordance with the code of conduct for Health Care Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England Skills for Care & Skills for Health 2013. To accept responsibility for a designated workload, taking an active role in promoting independence and meeting the needs of the patient. To undertake assessments, care planning and interventions with patients, under the supervision of qualified staff. To review and adapt individual care plans as appropriate. To work in accordance with competencies, recognise own limitations and the need to seek support from other members of the team. To refer on to other services when the patients needs are beyond the Assistant Practitioner role. To promote health and wellbeing when working with patients and their family/carers. Managerial and Leadership To provide support to other Assistant Practitioners, Support Workers and contribute to the development of students as appropriate. Education and Development To ensure knowledge, skills and competencies are kept up to date and complete all relevant competencies within recognised time frames. To be involved in formal appraisal systems, supervision, and be active in identifying aims and objectives for personal development in line with organisational policy. Also, to evidence that you proactively engage in continuing professional development activities. Clinical Governance To maintain comprehensive and accurate records in line with the organisations policies. To maintain a safe working environment and comply with health and safety regulations, policies and procedures. To comply with information governance requirements and maintain confidentiality. To actively promote equality and diversity at all times, in line with the organisations policies. The post holder will comply with current legislation, the organisations policies, procedures, values and vision. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of multi-disciplinary team working in Health or Social Care. Experience of managing own workload in a team setting. Experience working with individuals and/or groups within a Health Care, Social Care, Voluntary Care setting. Experience of working with individuals who have long-term conditions. Experience of record keeping and accurate data recording. Desirable Experience with patients who are elderly, frail, and/or at risk of falls. Experience of working in a community setting. Experience in delivering group rehabilitation sessions. Experience of using SystmOne. Experience of working at Band 3 / equivalent level in a Health or Social Care setting. Skills and Attributes Essential Knowledge of physiotherapy and occupational therapy practices, and the roles of the multi professional team. Ability to complete a standard assessment of need, and take appropriate action. Awareness of the rehabilitation process. Awareness of a range of activity of daily living equipment and adaptations. Effective communication skills (verbal and written) and good interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise and plan workload. Desirable Knowledge of specific rehabilitation interventions for patients who are elderly, frail, and/or at risk of falls. Awareness of Mental Health issues. Ability to lead group activity sessions. Ability to take on administration and organisational tasks within a team. Special Criteria Essential Full driving licence and the ability to travel between locations. Desirable Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service. Qualifications Essential NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or evidence of working towards CityCare Band 4 AP competencies. Desirable ECDL or equivalent. Educated to Foundation degree or equivalent in a health-related discipline. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of multi-disciplinary team working in Health or Social Care. Experience of managing own workload in a team setting. Experience working with individuals and/or groups within a Health Care, Social Care, Voluntary Care setting. Experience of working with individuals who have long-term conditions. Experience of record keeping and accurate data recording. Desirable Experience with patients who are elderly, frail, and/or at risk of falls. Experience of working in a community setting. Experience in delivering group rehabilitation sessions. Experience of using SystmOne. Experience of working at Band 3 / equivalent level in a Health or Social Care setting. Skills and Attributes Essential Knowledge of physiotherapy and occupational therapy practices, and the roles of the multi professional team. Ability to complete a standard assessment of need, and take appropriate action. Awareness of the rehabilitation process. Awareness of a range of activity of daily living equipment and adaptations. Effective communication skills (verbal and written) and good interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise and plan workload. Desirable Knowledge of specific rehabilitation interventions for patients who are elderly, frail, and/or at risk of falls. Awareness of Mental Health issues. Ability to lead group activity sessions. Ability to take on administration and organisational tasks within a team. Special Criteria Essential Full driving licence and the ability to travel between locations. Desirable Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service. Qualifications Essential NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or evidence of working towards CityCare Band 4 AP competencies. Desirable ECDL or equivalent. Educated to Foundation degree or equivalent in a health-related discipline. 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 Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC Address Clifton Cornerstone Southchurch Drive Nottingham NG11 8EW Employer's website https://www.nottinghamcitycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)