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To provide support and assistance to Paediatric Integrated Therapists working with children in Wiltshire aged 0-19
To carry out specific therapy programmes with children and young people
To carry out specialised techniques and procedures under the direction of a Paediatric Integrated Therapist
To assist with administration and clinic preparation duties as require
To work in various community localities to include clinic setting, nurseries, schools and client’s homes across Wiltshire
Package DescriptionAs a Band 6 Physiotherapist you will receive AfC terms and conditions and NHS pension, you will feel valued as a Physiotherapist receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:
MyWellness – a health and lifestyle platform covering mental health awareness and support, healthy recipes & activity challenges and access to our free well-being service available 24/7/365 online and by telephone including; counsellors, post trauma incident support, legal, debt and practical life management helpline, guided self-help, telephonic career coaching and monthly well-being newsletters
We are pleased to offer access to Wagestream - which lets you track your pay throughout the month and stream your earned wages into your bank account if you need them. No more high-interest loans or overdraft fees - simply get paid as you go.
A committed Learning and Development team who work closely with Universities and Health Education England to further your potential and support your progression
Access to a range of courses and e-learning to develop further skills, bespoke career pathways and opportunities continuing your professional development
Strive for Better networks - a national support and professional network made up of NHS professionals like you, giving you the chance to constantly develop industry-leading care and quality
Opportunities to work in different areas and various services to gain new knowledge and experience
Innovative forward-thinking culture with the opportunity to put forward your ideas to contribute to the way we work. You will be encouraged to apply for national funding to drive your initiatives locally to benefit our patients and service users
Rewarding and supportive teams, you will be recognised and have opportunities to recognise others by nominating for local and national awards annually and taking part in our new virtual “Ask our Executives” event, where you can submit questions to the board and hear updates regularly on company strategy and objectives
Access to My Rewards - our staff benefits scheme which grants you access to premium offers and discounts on practical spending at national supermarkets and well known retailers as well as special treats
Working in an environment focused on the highest clinical and quality standards with 100% of our rated services considered overall good or outstanding by the Care Quality Commission.
Main ResponsibilitiesPatient/client care
To assist the Paediatric Integrated Therapists in specialised therapy techniques and procedures
To carry out designated activity programmes with individual children and young people and in group settings under the direction of a Paediatric Integarted Therapist
To undertake moving and handling of children following appropriate training to adapt practice to meet the individual needs of the child and family including due regard to cultural and linguistic differences. This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops or changes to align with service needs. Any such changes will be discussed directly between the post holder and their line manager
To work as a member of the Children’s Paediatric Integrated Therapies Team and liaise with the multidisciplinary team as appropriate
Operational and Administrative Responsibilities
To take an active role in ensuring that team plans and policies are implemented as required
To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including the prompt recording and reporting of accidents to senior staff, and ensuring that equipment used is safe
Financial and physical resources
To be responsible for ensuring the effective selection and use of all treatment resources available in the department
For a full list of Responsibilities pleas see attached job description
The Ideal Candidate
Ideally minimum two years’ exposure working with children or other relevant roles within NHS / Public sector roles
Ability to develop a detailed knowledge of specialised therapy equipment, and the ability to carry out demonstrations, maintenance and safety checks
Ability to learn as demonstrated by previous education/qualifications
Have a willingness to develop knowledge and skills in line with National Vocational Qualification Level or Therapy Assistant Apprenticeship scheme, as appropriate
Be able to work with children and families and adapt their style and delivery according to the needs of the individual
Evidence of attendance on relevant courses. demonstrating an awareness of client needs and likely service issues
Have an appropriate working standard of spoken and written English
Have a high level of self-motivation and enthusiasm
Show an ability to be organised and manage own time efficiently
Be able to on occasions cope with and appropriately manage the emotional consequences of working with patients with distressing conditions, or in challenging situations
Demonstrate good interpersonal skills including the ability to listen well and show empathy as well as be able to deal with difficult/sensitive situations
Have a willingness to learn and develop
Be able to communicate clearly, directly, openly and honestly with services users and colleagues
Have a good awareness of self and of others
Have a good working knowledge of I.T.
Demonstrate ability to document details clearly and accurately
About The CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.
Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.
We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.
While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.
As you’d expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.
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