Job summary We are looking for a forward thinking, dynamic individual to work within our 7 day Inpatient therapy services as part of the inpatient service a Dewsbury District Hospital. Although this role is predominantly based at Dewsbury the successful candidate will hold a trust wide contract and there would be an expectation to work on the other sites if there was the clinical need to support. You will work alongside Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists within the complex care team that supports wards assessing and treating elderly, frailty and general medical. You will be part of a fast paced time who are involved in complex discharge planning. The successful candidate will be encouraged to attend and participate in regular in-service training sessions and have structured supervision to support the individuals personal and professional development. There are excellent opportunities for progression within the inpatient therapy services. The post will commence from the 1st of April 2025 for a 12 month duration only. Main duties of the job You must demonstrate/be able: Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with all members of the multi-disciplinary team The ability to be flexible and be able to manage own time effectively To provide support and assistance to registered Therapy staff and Therapy Technical staff. To contribute to the provision of a flexible, client centred, therapeutic programme for patients with a variety of physical, psychological and social needs. Including moving and handling practice, supporting with home visits, personal care assessments and exercise programmes To provide a range of administrative and clerical support to the Therapy service, having good computer skills as a large area of the work is on the computer. About us We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day. Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form. Date posted 08 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year pro rata for part time staff Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9377-ATS9019 Job locations Dewsbury & District Hospital Halifax Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 4HS Job description Job responsibilities Clinical duties/Patient contact To gather written information and verbal information from other professionals about patients. Reporting this effectively to a registered Therapist or technician. Competency based. Under the supervision of a registered Therapist to support patients to achieve identified therapy goals including the practising of tasks or functional activities such as self-care, domestic activities or recreational activities. Under the supervision of a registered Therapist support patients in therapeutic activities and exercise programmes to promote rehab, independence and well being. Under the supervision of a registered therapist, support patients in mobility and stairs assessments. Following training, gather information from patients and report this effectively to the registered Therapist or Technician. To prepare equipment or the environment for treatment sessions for both individual and groups of patients. Work effectively as a member of the Therapy Team to undertake delegated tasks, which contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service. To accompany and support Therapists and technical staff during home visits with patients or post-discharge follow-up visits To be responsible for planning own day to day allocated workload. To work in a variety of settings as required by the needs of the service, including the ward, department, home or other community environments. To undertake any administrative duties as designated by the team including collating resources. To support and assist registered Occupational Therapists in the fabrication of splints. To support team members in the administration and ordering of equipment for patients. Keep treatment areas clean and tidy and clean walking aids and equipment in line with Trusts Infection Control Policy. Communication To maintain confidentiality in line with Trust standards and policies. To use a range of verbal and non-verbal skills to establish a professional rapport with patients and encourage their interest and participation in the Therapy intervention by communicating with them in a way that reflects their views, autonomy and culture. To adapt own verbal and non-verbal communication in order to work with patients in sensitive situations, such as patients in acute stage of illness. To modify individual interaction where there may be difficulties with understanding for reasons such as physical, cognitive or psychological impairment. To report effectively to a registered Therapist and/or team on patients performance/progress in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure. To understand and act appropriately on, written and verbal instruction from a registered Therapist to carry out specific treatment and interventions. Documentation Under the guidance of a registered Therapist be responsible for the written recording of up to date, accurate information concerning the Therapy intervention in line with Trust and College of Occupational Therapy or Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines. To be responsible for the completion of appropriate departmental statistical records. To access appropriate electronic databases in order to gather specific information as requested. To order case notes and file patient records when requested. Administrative Skills To have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and to be able to demonstrate computer keyboard skills. To be responsible for the distribution of general reports, letters, minutes and memorandums under the guidance of a registered Therapist To be responsible for the varying levels of photocopying and distribution of all departmental photocopying. To be responsible for arranging Porters to enable transportation of patients to and from the Department. To be responsible for booking cars, kitchens or rooms both within the department and the hospital for Clinical Staff as required. Please see attached Job Description for more details in addition to this. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical duties/Patient contact To gather written information and verbal information from other professionals about patients. Reporting this effectively to a registered Therapist or technician. Competency based. Under the supervision of a registered Therapist to support patients to achieve identified therapy goals including the practising of tasks or functional activities such as self-care, domestic activities or recreational activities. Under the supervision of a registered Therapist support patients in therapeutic activities and exercise programmes to promote rehab, independence and well being. Under the supervision of a registered therapist, support patients in mobility and stairs assessments. Following training, gather information from patients and report this effectively to the registered Therapist or Technician. To prepare equipment or the environment for treatment sessions for both individual and groups of patients. Work effectively as a member of the Therapy Team to undertake delegated tasks, which contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service. To accompany and support Therapists and technical staff during home visits with patients or post-discharge follow-up visits To be responsible for planning own day to day allocated workload. To work in a variety of settings as required by the needs of the service, including the ward, department, home or other community environments. To undertake any administrative duties as designated by the team including collating resources. To support and assist registered Occupational Therapists in the fabrication of splints. To support team members in the administration and ordering of equipment for patients. Keep treatment areas clean and tidy and clean walking aids and equipment in line with Trusts Infection Control Policy. Communication To maintain confidentiality in line with Trust standards and policies. To use a range of verbal and non-verbal skills to establish a professional rapport with patients and encourage their interest and participation in the Therapy intervention by communicating with them in a way that reflects their views, autonomy and culture. To adapt own verbal and non-verbal communication in order to work with patients in sensitive situations, such as patients in acute stage of illness. To modify individual interaction where there may be difficulties with understanding for reasons such as physical, cognitive or psychological impairment. To report effectively to a registered Therapist and/or team on patients performance/progress in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure. To understand and act appropriately on, written and verbal instruction from a registered Therapist to carry out specific treatment and interventions. Documentation Under the guidance of a registered Therapist be responsible for the written recording of up to date, accurate information concerning the Therapy intervention in line with Trust and College of Occupational Therapy or Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines. To be responsible for the completion of appropriate departmental statistical records. To access appropriate electronic databases in order to gather specific information as requested. To order case notes and file patient records when requested. Administrative Skills To have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and to be able to demonstrate computer keyboard skills. To be responsible for the distribution of general reports, letters, minutes and memorandums under the guidance of a registered Therapist To be responsible for the varying levels of photocopying and distribution of all departmental photocopying. To be responsible for arranging Porters to enable transportation of patients to and from the Department. To be responsible for booking cars, kitchens or rooms both within the department and the hospital for Clinical Staff as required. Please see attached Job Description for more details in addition to this. Person Specification Skills and Abilities Essential Able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Able to work independently under direction and follow through agreed plans. Desirable Experience of using health care/disability equipment. Experience Essential Experience of working with people Experience of working as part of a team Desirable Experience of working within health, education or social care. Experience of the impact of health and disability on lifestyle Knowledge and Awareness Essential Aware of the impact of health and disability problems. Aware of how communication can be adapted to respond to a variety of clinical situations. Computer literacy. Desirable Knowledge of health and safety issues. Aware of a variety of medical conditions. Awareness of the role of Therapist. Qualifications Essential Minimum 2 x GCSE NVQ Level 2 or similar qualification related to health or social care. Desirable Full clean driving license Person Specification Skills and Abilities Essential Able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Able to work independently under direction and follow through agreed plans. Desirable Experience of using health care/disability equipment. Experience Essential Experience of working with people Experience of working as part of a team Desirable Experience of working within health, education or social care. Experience of the impact of health and disability on lifestyle Knowledge and Awareness Essential Aware of the impact of health and disability problems. Aware of how communication can be adapted to respond to a variety of clinical situations. Computer literacy. Desirable Knowledge of health and safety issues. Aware of a variety of medical conditions. Awareness of the role of Therapist. Qualifications Essential Minimum 2 x GCSE NVQ Level 2 or similar qualification related to health or social care. Desirable Full clean driving license 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Address Dewsbury & District Hospital Halifax Road Dewsbury West Yorkshire WF13 4HS Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)