We are looking for a bank Band 4 Bank Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join the amazing Paediatric Therapy Team. Whilst primarily based at Peterborough City Hospital this role may involve, working at Hinchingbrooke hospital, so an ability to travel between sites is essential.
Are you enthusiastic and motivated with a passion for caring? Experience of working as a therapy assistant or in a hospital/community rehabilitation environment with children is essential. A willingness to learn and develop is essential along with good communication skills and an ability to work in a proactive team.
The role involves;
• Supporting patients with exercise programs and mobility
• Assisting therapists with discharge planning for children and their families
• Supporting inpatient rehabilitation on children’s ward
• Administrative duties
• Assessment, practice and provision of equipment.
If you would like further information regarding this post, please contact Alex Etherton, Team Leader ona.etherton@nhs.net
Interviews for this role will be conducted in person to assess relevant skills effectively.
· To carry own caseload of non-complex patients assessing, according competencies, and devising and implementing treatment programmes within a framework of protocols and/or competency.
· To carry out 1:1 patient treatment and in a group setting
· To work collaboratively within Multidisciplinary and Multi-agency teams with the aim of supporting timely discharge for inpatient and outpatient services.
· To enable patients, their families and carers in the attainment of their rehabilitation goals by providing treatment programmes developed and monitored by Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists in supervision.
· To deliver safe, efficient and effective patient focussed care in line with local standards.
· To be actively involved in the in-service training programme, including the mentoring and training of Band 2 and 3 therapy assistants and supporting students as required.
· To participate in the provision of 7-day services as required.
· To adhere to the Trusts values and behaviours.
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Please see attached the person specification and job description for more details regarding this role.
This advert closes on Thursday 6 Feb 2025