The successful candidate will be part of the Community Rehabilitation Therapy/ In-Patient Community Hospital team based at Exmouth Community Hospital (WEB-CRT), working independently under the supervision of a qualified therapist and supporting clinicians to provide physiotherapy and occupational therapy. Patient contact is fundamental to the role, as the successful candidate will deliver therapy programmes, including non-complex assessments, progression of treatments and discharge planning. The position also requires close contact with family/carers and other professionals.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
* The post holder will be responsible for assisting the therapy staff in screening, applying, and monitoring treatment programmes of delegated patients within a broad framework laid down by and as directed by the supervising therapist.
* The clinical support worker may not receive daily supervision and should be able to take some responsibility for their work and that of others.
* To work within the multidisciplinary team, helping to ensure that the input is integrated into the patient's overall care.
We seek two enthusiastic and proactive individuals for the Band 3 Senior Therapy Support Worker post within the Community Rehabilitation Team in WEB (WOODBURY, EXMOUTH and BUDLEIGH). 1 X full-time and 1 X part-time. Experience and relevant skills in caring for people would benefit this role.
You will be working flexibly and available for seven-day service delivery.
You will play a fundamental part in improving people's lives when they are most vulnerable. You will work with Physiotherapists and Occupational therapists to set goals, support patients by enabling them to maintain their independence, dignity, and well-being, give advice and support, and provide rehabilitation.
In return, we will provide you with robust induction support and the opportunity to develop with the guidance of experienced senior staff. We actively support CPD for further career progress.
As a new Band 3, you will have support from the qualified therapy staff and our existing therapy assistants to develop your role and skills as part of the team.
Working Pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week—Seven-day Service delivery. Successful Candidates will be expected to work one Late shift a week and one Weekend (Saturday and Sunday) every four weekends. Part Time- 22.5 Hours.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
* Salary Band 3: £24,625 - £25,674 per annum pro rata
* Frequency Annual
* Vacancy Reference 185-1567-10211
* Contract Type Permanent
* Closing Date 14 April, 2025
* Job Category Allied Health Professional
* Staff Group Allied Health Professionals
* Location Exmouth Community Hospital, Exmouth, Devon, United Kingdom
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