Job Summary
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and creative therapeutic activities assistant to join the dementia and delirium team. The post holder will support the therapeutic activities coordinator in running the therapeutic activities programme for patients with dementia and delirium across the in-patient wards.
The therapeutic activities programme is made up of group sessions with patients, including reminiscence, arts and crafts, sensory and cognitive stimulation, gentle exercises and lunch club. There is also the opportunity to do one-to-one sessions with patients at the bedside, and support staff caring for patients with complex behavioural needs. The post holder will work as part of the MDT and liaise with dementia volunteers and carers to deliver person-centred, meaningful activities for patients with dementia and delirium.
The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, and experience of working with people living with dementia and the healthcare environment is essential.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of high-quality therapeutic activity programmes for the older adults with dementia.
The Therapeutic Activities Program (TAP) is an initiative to promote person-centred care and maintenance of function for elderly patients including those with dementia across the Trust.
The aim is to improve patient experience and to prevent and reduce delirium for some of our most frail and vulnerable patients.
About Us
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust cares for more than half a million patients a year, from across Kingston, Richmond, Elmbridge (Surrey), Merton, Wandsworth and Sutton. In 2018, we became the first acute hospital trust in London to be rated "Outstanding" for overall quality and leadership by the national Care Quality Commission regulator.
We have approximately 350 beds and directly employ around 2,900 staff. Our trust provides a full range of diagnostic services and treatment services. Our main site is the Kingston Hospital site but we also run a number of outpatient clinics in the community, including in Raynes Park, Surbiton, Queen Mary's Roehampton and Teddington.
Date posted
22 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£28,166 a year p.a. inclusive of HCAS (Outer)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
396-NN-6888328-N&M-Z
Job locations
Kingston NHS Trust
Galsworthy Road
Kingston
KT2 7QB
Job Description
Responsibilities
Please ensure that you have read the job description and person specification and that your supporting statement reflects these, as your application will be assessed and scored against these criteria.
Person Specification
Qualification/Experience Essential
1. Working towards NVQ level 3 or similar
2. Computer skills
Desirable
1. Formal technical qualification above basic level
Application/interview Essential
1. Customer service skills
Desirable
1. Experience of working with older adults in a professional capacity
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kingston NHS Trust
Galsworthy Road
Kingston
KT2 7QB
Employer's website
https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr