To provide therapy intervention as part of a specific patient treatment plan agreed and documented following an assessment by an OT or physiotherapist. Working without direct supervision by a therapist. To assist the therapist in the provision of treatment programmes to patients within a designated clinical area. Receives instruction on a daily basis but can work independently. E.g. patients' home, or on the ward. Instruct patients and carers providing direction and guidance on a range of physical therapy, functional and mobility activities, as part of own clinical work as directed by the Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist. To order, issue and instruct patients in the use of simple OT equipment as directed by a registered OT. To issue and instruct patients in the use of simple mobility aids & splints as directed by a registered Physiotherapist. Use skills of tact, diplomacy and gentle persuasion to enhance patients' compliance in treatment programmes. This may involve treating patients with cognitive problems, behavioural problems, speech impediments, deafness, and other disabilities or where English is not the first language. Manage own workload. Have confidence with Information Technology. To support team with administrative roles including inputting data collection, managing data collection system and keeping this up to date, and maintaining the stock of paper resources for team use on the ward. Make accurate records of work undertaken to comply with Trust and Service requirements for documentation and activity monitoring. Compile any statistical data concerning patients on a data base if required. Ensuring patient confidentiality and information governance compliance at all times. To assist in simple administrative procedures as required by the therapists as part of the everyday activities. Have the ability to handle patients with mobility problems, in an enabling way. This may include the use of hoists, wheelchairs, walking aids etc. To prepare and maintain apparatus and equipment identifying defects, hazards and equipment failure and notifying relevant manager. To manage and monitor wheelchair stock, including organising maintenance. To maintain the safety of designated clinical environment according to local policy, COSHH and Health and Safety regulations. To watch for patient emergencies and know how to summon help. To liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team referring to other disciplines as appropriate. To actively participate in the delivery of in-training newly appointed physiotherapy assistant in basic elements of patient care, safety, and induction into the department. Contribute to development of patient care by attending relevant team, departmental or other appropriate meetings and comment on recommended changes to clinical care or service provision. Take part in Trust IPR process and PDP, identifying any training needs and developing a programme for CPD. To comply with Trust/departmental policies regarding incident reporting. To read, understand and adhere to Trust and departmental policies. To collect and submit data as required for the service. Adherence to relevant Lone Working Policy. For further details, please refer to the job description attached.