Therapy Support Worker Barnet, England
Job description
Main duties of the job
The clinical areas covered by the Medical HSEP team are fast paced, and the successful candidates should therefore be forward thinking and pro-active with excellent organisational skills. You will work autonomously as well as with Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists in undertaking assessments to facilitate safe discharges and providing rehabilitation in the acute stages through to discharge planning and implementation. Excellent communication skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure are also required.
The successful applicant will be required to work 37.5 hours a week within a 7 day service. Flexible working arrangements may be considered if raised at interview..
If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application.
This advert will close once sufficient numbers of suitable applications have been received, therefore it is advisable to apply promptly if you are interested in the post.
Working for our organisation
The successful applicant will be joining an experienced multidisciplinary therapy team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Dietitians and Therapy Support Workers, supported by a Clinical Lead Therapist and an Advanced Frailty Practitioner. We are a very friendly, welcoming and inclusive department where staff wellbeing is a high priority.
We are committed to supporting development of staff through training, supervision, joint sessions with therapists and appraisal.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Quals
Essential criteria
- GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Formal qualification in relevant area e.g. City and Guilds/NVQ/ Exercise Instruction for Older People
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant relevant experience
- Competent of working in a therapy setting
- Experience within an acute hospital / healthcare environment
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience of supervising / teaching individuals staff
- Experience in using aids and adaptations
Skills and aptitudes
Essential criteria
- Has good observational skills
- Can teach practical skills
- Is able to document written and verbal information in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with patients, family and colleagues
- Has practical computer skills including data entry and use of Word and Excel
- Is able to organise and prioritise own workload and delegate tasks appropriately
- Can use initiative and work single -handedly in a supportive environment
- Is able to work as a team member and lead a team motivating self and others
- Good time management skills
- Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning
- An understanding of the impact of disability and issues related to promoting independence
Desirable criteria
- Ability to demonstrate understanding of relevant health conditions & the impact of these on an individual’s health & functioning
Personal Qualities & attribute
Essential criteria
- Can apply the concepts of diversity and equality
- Is aware of own limitations
Others
Essential criteria
- Has awareness of current health issues
- Can demonstrate a good understanding of the role of a support worker in Therapy services
- Can understand the need for and maintain confidentiality
- Can identify and act on health and safety issues in the work place
- Physically fit & able to comply with Trust manual handling guidelines
Desirable criteria
- Has knowledge of manual handling equipment and/or assistive devices
Covid-19 Vaccination
Getting vaccinated, and getting a booster, remains the best defence against COVID-19.
We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.- AT* - Apprenticeship Training. Where AT* is entered next to the job title indicates that this vacancy is for an apprenticeship role.
- By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Therefore we require you to complete your stat and Man e-learning modules prior to joining our organisation.
- If you are an EU/EEA citizen who does not have EU Settlement or Pre-Settled status, you will require a visa to work in the UK. Please Note: We are unable to sponsor Band 2 to 4 as the salary does not meet the UKVI Points Based system threshold.
- If you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check to ensure you are eligible under the UKVI points based system
- If you are offered a role with one of the NLPSS partner trusts, as part of pre-employment checks your identity and right to work documentation will be verified remotely (in most circumstances), using a certified identity verification service provider TrustID. You will be asked to capture an image of the relevant documents as well as a “selfie” using your smartphone/tablet (if available) for facial matching. TrustID will also perform a digital address check using Trunarrative and Equifax, which is a soft check and does not leave a footprint on your credit rating. For more information, visit www.trustid.co.uk
- The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.
- The Trust will request a DBS (CRB) if post involves regulated activities. The Trust is compliant with the Disclosure and Barring Service Codes of practice and the Rehabilitation of offenders act.
- By applying for this post you are agreeing to Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job, information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system.
- Please be aware of scams – unless specified above, we will only communicate with you via @recruit.trac.jobs or nhs.net e-mails and we will never ask you for any payments.
Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.
Please note:
- Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
- Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
- Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.
Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.
