Job summary Physiotherapy Department at University Hospitals Plymouth NHT Trust is looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Trauma and Orthopaedics team. The post holder will work alongside Physiotherapists and the multidisciplinary team within the inpatient service. The successful applicant will be part of seven-day service who provide a quality physiotherapy service to to the the trauma and orthopaedic patients. The post holder will work closely with the current team members within set protocols to implement and progress physiotherapy treatment regimes within agreed goal parameters. Other duties may include the organisation/ running of various class-based exercise programmes with support from a Physiotherapist. Good organisational and interpersonal skills are essential. The successful candidate will need to have demonstrable experience of working as a Physiotherapy Assistant or equivalent. Professionalism and a positive attitude to their professional development/ willingness and ability to learn are essential. Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS at Risk staff throughout Devon who is able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification. Main duties of the job Working under the supervision of Physiotherapist, to undertake a variety of tasks (clinical and non-clinical), to support the delivery of physiotherapy to patients within the Physiotherapy service line. To work without direct supervision, but under the direction of Physiotherapist in the performance of specific tasks for an individual or group of patients within the orthopaedic service as part of patient's treatment and rehabilitation programmes. To work within protocols and competencies specific to this post. To act as the first contact in specific situations. Supervision takes the form of observation of practice, regular formal and informal training. Access to advice and support from senior physiotherapists is always available. Regular checks will be made to ensure workload is managed, clinical work and case notes are routinely evaluated. About us University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is the largest teaching hospital trust in the South West and employ almost 10,000 staff that workin 350 different roles, plus hundreds of volunteers. We offer great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment and we offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. The Physiotherapy Department can offer you a friendly and social atmosphere with a forward thinking and progressive attitude to the changing face of the NHS. If you join our department you will benefit from a well-established appraisal scheme, in-service training, encouragement with CPD and excellent senior and peer support. Clinical specialists enhance the clinical lead within the department, encouraging evidence based practice and research / audit. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted. Date posted 31 December 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 216-EG-C6895725 Job locations Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH Job description Job responsibilities See the attached job description for the role, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description. Job description Job responsibilities See the attached job description for the role, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description. Person Specification KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential Demonstrable experience of working as a Physiotherapy assistant or therapy assistant or equivalent. Broad demonstrable experience working with patients. Knowledge of the conditions relevant to this post. Desirable Previous demonstrable experience working with physiotherapists in Orthopaedics wards and an acute healthcare setting. Involvement in assistant network and membership of a professional body. Qualifications Essential GCSEs Grade A-C/4-9 in Maths and English or Functional Skills level 2 in Maths and English PLUS NVQ level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent in therapy/exercise rehabilitation or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience to diploma equivalent level. Up to date evidence of CPD Desirable Care certificate training Proven evidence of having completed band 3 competencies Person Specification KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential Demonstrable experience of working as a Physiotherapy assistant or therapy assistant or equivalent. Broad demonstrable experience working with patients. Knowledge of the conditions relevant to this post. Desirable Previous demonstrable experience working with physiotherapists in Orthopaedics wards and an acute healthcare setting. Involvement in assistant network and membership of a professional body. Qualifications Essential GCSEs Grade A-C/4-9 in Maths and English or Functional Skills level 2 in Maths and English PLUS NVQ level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent in therapy/exercise rehabilitation or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience to diploma equivalent level. Up to date evidence of CPD Desirable Care certificate training Proven evidence of having completed band 3 competencies 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 University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Address Derriford Hospital Derriford Road Plymouth PL6 8DH Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)