Job summary
- Main area
- Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 29 hours per week (Involves working over a rota and includes weekends)
- Job ref
- 070-ACS092-1124
- Employer
- Powys Teaching Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Montgomery County Infirmary
- Town
- Newtown
- Salary
- £24,433 - £26,060 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 27/11/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant
Band 3
Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.
The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable.
Job overview
To deliver interventions as delegated by therapists, to support patients to
achieve their optimum level of independence and quality of life in the most appropriate setting for the individual.
To assist patients to overcome their difficulties, build confidence, and improve or maintain functional ability and independence in everyday tasks under the supervision of a therapist.
To work on a rota system across 7 days.
To participate in multi-disciplinary teams promoting the role of rehabilitation and taking an active part in team projects.
To organise and manage a delegated caseload; obtain service data, analyse
where appropriate and bring forward ideas for service development.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work as part of the Community Therapy Team to support a discharge to recover and assess pathway in North Powys.
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, providing direct and indirect patient care in order to support patients and their families within their own home environment.
The team is committed to facilitating rapid hospital discharge and maximising independence within a patient’s own home.
This post will involve working a rota system across 7 days and some weekend working.
Working for our organisation
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualification/Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Level 3 education or equivalent e.g. BTEC, NVQ 3 and A Levels
- Significant experience, skills, knowledge and experience equivalent to level 3 with a willingness to achieve this qualification
- Good knowledge of health and social care
Desirable criteria
- Working towards or achieved Diploma in Occupational Therapy Support / Physiotherapy Support / Rehabilitation
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working across statutory or voluntary organisations
- Experienced team worker
- Interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in a role of supporting therapists
- Experience of working with the relevant patient group
Values
Essential criteria
- Commitment to learning and development
- Ability to engage with team and service users
Other
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
- Adaptable and willing to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service (occasional weekend working maybe required
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak or learn Welsh
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Teleri Lloyd-Evans
- Job title
- Occupational Therapy Rehabilitation Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01938 558929
- Additional information
If unable to contact Teleri Lloyd-Evans please contact:
Mair Jones (Team Lead Occupational Therapist) 01938 558929/ 07815 490939
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