Job summary BAND 4 THERAPY ASSISTANT PRACTITIONER STROKE THERAPY TEAM Up to full time | Flexible hours considered The Integrated Therapies Department at the James Paget University Hospital is a constantly evolving and forward-thinking service. Occupational therapists, physiotherapists and assistants are managed as one integrated department, working in specialist teams. Main duties of the job We can offer a wide range of experiences as part of our high performing Stroke Therapy Team, seeing patients from admission into the hyper acute stroke unit, through the acute and rehabilitation phases all in one setting, to successful discharge from hospital. There are a variety of learning and development opportunities within the Band 4 role, with multidisciplinary working at the forefront of our daily practice. Our Band 4 assistant practitioners are a valued and vital part of our team, and we welcome fresh ideas and new ways of working to enhance the service we provide to patients and their families/carers. We are looking for a positive, proactive person to join our Stroke Therapy Team who can work flexibly and help us build a strong future for Therapy. About us Whether you are looking for your first Band 4 role, or you are looking to develop and refine your skills, come and talk to us about working here in the Integrated Therapies Department at James Paget University Hospital. The Trust has a strong record of participating in NHS improvement projects and has an active research department. Service improvement, audit and projects at department, team or individual level are encouraged. The hospital is within easy commuting distance from Norwich and there is the opportunity for informal car sharing within the department. If you would like to develop your skills in our proactive and supportive Trust, come and talk to us. Date posted 18 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 177-EMER-6701641 Job locations James Paget University Hospital Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Job description Job responsibilities Summary of Post To assist qualified therapists in the delivery of the therapy service to a specified caseload of inpatients To work without direct supervision, undertaking tasks that fall within the remit of the non-complex patient. This can include frontline initial assessments To routinely act as first contact with the non-complex patient To carry own caseload of non-complex patients, devising and implementing treatment programmes with reference to a qualified therapist Assisting qualified occupational therapy and physiotherapy staff with the assessment of complex cases and ongoing management To work a rostered seven-day service/shift pattern To work within the James Paget University Hospital or in a community setting as required In order to apply for this post, applicants will ideally possess a Degree/Foundation Degree or be able to evidence equivalent knowledge and skills in a similar post. For applicants who do not meet this criteria, the minimum qualification requirement would be an NVQ III in Health and Social Care or equivalent, with the ability to complete the Foundation Degree being a condition of employment. In this instance, Annex 21 would be applied and there would be a variation in the salary offered during the training period For further information please contact Nicola Branthwaite, Stroke Therapy Team Leader, via email: nicola.branthwaitejpaget.nhs.uk or telephone 01493 453121. Job description Job responsibilities Summary of Post To assist qualified therapists in the delivery of the therapy service to a specified caseload of inpatients To work without direct supervision, undertaking tasks that fall within the remit of the non-complex patient. This can include frontline initial assessments To routinely act as first contact with the non-complex patient To carry own caseload of non-complex patients, devising and implementing treatment programmes with reference to a qualified therapist Assisting qualified occupational therapy and physiotherapy staff with the assessment of complex cases and ongoing management To work a rostered seven-day service/shift pattern To work within the James Paget University Hospital or in a community setting as required In order to apply for this post, applicants will ideally possess a Degree/Foundation Degree or be able to evidence equivalent knowledge and skills in a similar post. For applicants who do not meet this criteria, the minimum qualification requirement would be an NVQ III in Health and Social Care or equivalent, with the ability to complete the Foundation Degree being a condition of employment. In this instance, Annex 21 would be applied and there would be a variation in the salary offered during the training period For further information please contact Nicola Branthwaite, Stroke Therapy Team Leader, via email: nicola.branthwaitejpaget.nhs.uk or telephone 01493 453121. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Degree/Foundation Degree or evidenced equivalent knowledge and skills in a similar post. There will be a requirement to complete a Foundation Degree if these cannot be met NVQ III in Health and Social Care or equivalent - minimum qualification required for consideration for the position Numeracy/literacy skills - Level 2 or Grade C at GCSE Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working in health and therapy teams/working with people Experience of working as a therapy or rehabilitation assistant Clear understanding of therapy role/concepts of therapy and the enabling approach Skills, Abilities and Competencies Essential Problem solving skills/inter-personal skills Good verbal and written communication skills/basic IT skills Therapeutic and rehabilitation skills Able to work independently and use own initiative Team worker/confident/able to recognise self-limitations Motivation for role/adaptable/flexible Good level of general health and physical fitness in order to practice manual handling techniques with patients Other Essential Good level of general health and physical fitness in order to practice manual handling techniques with patients Evidence of motivation for the Therapy Assistant Practitioner role Professional demeanour and appearance Ability to take on responsibilities and additional duties Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Degree/Foundation Degree or evidenced equivalent knowledge and skills in a similar post. There will be a requirement to complete a Foundation Degree if these cannot be met NVQ III in Health and Social Care or equivalent - minimum qualification required for consideration for the position Numeracy/literacy skills - Level 2 or Grade C at GCSE Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working in health and therapy teams/working with people Experience of working as a therapy or rehabilitation assistant Clear understanding of therapy role/concepts of therapy and the enabling approach Skills, Abilities and Competencies Essential Problem solving skills/inter-personal skills Good verbal and written communication skills/basic IT skills Therapeutic and rehabilitation skills Able to work independently and use own initiative Team worker/confident/able to recognise self-limitations Motivation for role/adaptable/flexible Good level of general health and physical fitness in order to practice manual handling techniques with patients Other Essential Good level of general health and physical fitness in order to practice manual handling techniques with patients Evidence of motivation for the Therapy Assistant Practitioner role Professional demeanour and appearance Ability to take on responsibilities and additional duties 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 James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address James Paget University Hospital Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Employer's website https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)