Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Outpatient Therapies Team as a Band 4 Therapy Assistant. The post involves supporting qualified Physiotherapists in group exercise classes. You will also see patients for exercise individually in our gyms following referral from a physiotherapist. You must have experience and an understanding of musculoskeletal rehabilitation/sports rehabilitation/exercise classes and be keen to develop these knowledge and skills as a Therapy Assistant. You will also play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of the department, through non-patient facing tasks, so will need excellent organisational and administrative skills. This post will give you the opportunity to work with qualified Physiotherapists and you will gain experience rehabilitating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a department committed to continuing education and training. Several previous holders of this post have used the experience gained here, to secure places on Physiotherapy undergraduate training courses. Please note this post is not suitable for those who already hold a Physiotherapy qualification or are awaiting a Physiotherapy qualification. Main duties of the job You will also be involved with non-clinical and administrative tasks such as organising appointments, keeping the department clean and tidy, ordering/organising and maintaining clinical stock, equipment, recording and auditing patient statistics you have collected in exercise classes. Duties will include: Working with musculoskeletal patients from a variety of age groups and backgrounds, some of whom have never exercised before Support group based rehabilitation for patients with musculoskeletal conditions under the guidance of Physiotherapists Run exercises classes for patients in our gyms such as osteoarthritis knee, lower and upper limb rehab classes Carry out delegated 1:1 exercises with clients in the departmental gym (unless otherwise indicated), independently or with a Physiotherapist Adapt, modify, progress and evaluate exercises prescribed by a Physiotherapist Independently record clinical records on our electronic record system Independently prescribe walking aids and simple splints Support admin team to ensure Physiotherapy groups and classes are booked and outcome measures collected Ensure clinical equipment is always clean, serviced regularly, well maintained Maintain stock levels and expiry dates Order single use clinical items such as resistance bands and walking aids Ensure department is well presented and tidy Complete Homerton support staff care certificate About us Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond. We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home. Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, our procedures and our People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times. We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly. Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,944 to £34,937 a year p.a. inc. Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 293-EMRS1-0403 Job locations Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Homerton Row London E9 5SR Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page. The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page. The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Person Specification Education/qualifications Essential A-C GCSE Relevant exercise therapy training Desirable Relevant healthcare / rehab training Educated to degree level Skill/Abilities Essential Diligence and ability to Plan & organise/Ability to use initiative/work autonomously/independently Use of IT and PC skills Ability to plan and complete projects Experience Essential Exercise teaching/classes Ability to adapt exercises Experience of working in and adding to a team Desirable Exercise in long term conditions / range of clients Data collection /inputting Knowledge/Understanding Essential Exercise therapy Understanding the health and social needs of a culturally diverse community Desirable MDT working/ working with Physios/ knowledge of NHS health care systems Other Essential Good communication skills Awareness of diversity & equal opportunities Demonstrating understanding of Trust Values Person Specification Education/qualifications Essential A-C GCSE Relevant exercise therapy training Desirable Relevant healthcare / rehab training Educated to degree level Skill/Abilities Essential Diligence and ability to Plan & organise/Ability to use initiative/work autonomously/independently Use of IT and PC skills Ability to plan and complete projects Experience Essential Exercise teaching/classes Ability to adapt exercises Experience of working in and adding to a team Desirable Exercise in long term conditions / range of clients Data collection /inputting Knowledge/Understanding Essential Exercise therapy Understanding the health and social needs of a culturally diverse community Desirable MDT working/ working with Physios/ knowledge of NHS health care systems Other Essential Good communication skills Awareness of diversity & equal opportunities Demonstrating understanding of Trust Values 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 Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Homerton Row London E9 5SR Employer's website https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)