South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Apprentice Physiotherapy Assistant

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Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust as an Apprentice Physiotherapy Assistant. Successful applicants will undertake a formal apprenticeship training programme, in order to gain the knowledge, skills and competence to work as a Physiotherapy Assistant.

We are a friendly and welcoming department, looking for enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Inpatient Physiotherapy Team and will be given opportunity to advance and consolidate your knowledge and skills and provide ongoing therapy to a wide range of patients at Sunderland Royal Hospital.

The duration of the apprenticeship is 24 months which is subject to regular reviews to demonstrate progress. Apprentices will commence on Annex 21* of the salary stated and to support the development in the role, the postholder is required to complete L3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship Standard over the period of the apprenticeship. Maths and English minimum GCSE Grade C/Grade 4 or minimum Level 2 or above Maths and English equivalent, is essential for the post. Following the successful completion of the apprenticeship the apprentice will moved into a substantive position.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will work as part of the physiotherapy team to give high quality care and facilitate discharge.

The role is fundamentally about supporting the provision of therapy services within the NHS environment, ensuring optimal patient care. The person will work as part of the therapy team and under the supervision of a qualified therapist, at times working independently with patients with non-complex conditions. This role includes weekend working.

The main duties of the job include:

To assist the physiotherapist and senior therapy assistants with the assessment and treatment of patients.

To provide any mobility aids to patients.

To undertake admin tasks, other non-clinical duties and control stock levels of equipment.

To comply with Trust policies.

Key requirements: good interpersonal skills, problem solving approach to tasks, ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams, ability to manage time effectively, ability to work effectively under pressure.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Date posted

20 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year Annex 21

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-CSAHP-0524-42

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Apprentices will undertake an initial structured departmental induction and training programme throughout the apprenticeship to work as part of the physiotherapy team providing assistance in delivering rehabilitation service to a client group.

To provide support and assistance to qualified physiotherapy staff clinically and administratively, in order to ensure highest standards of quality and efficiency of care.

To participate in appropriate, continuing professional development work under the guidance of a senior member of staff.

To assist the physiotherapist in a range of work procedures and practices, which require a base level of knowledge.

To maintain basic communication links with client, carers and all associated professional practitioners.

To complete basic clinical observations that are accurate and legally compliant and report these back to a senior member of staff if appropriate.

To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures as they pertain to Personnel, Health & Safety and Child, Elder Protection issues and Continuing Health Care needs.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide support and assistance to qualified physiotherapy staff clinically and administratively, in order to ensure highest standards of quality and efficiency of care.

To participate in appropriate, continuing professional development work under the guidance of a senior member of staff.

To assist the physiotherapist in a range of work procedures and practices, which require a base level of knowledge.

To maintain basic communication links with client, carers and all associated professional practitioners.

To complete basic clinical observations that are accurate and legally compliant and report these back to a senior member of staff if appropriate.

To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures as they pertain to Personnel, Health & Safety and Child, Elder Protection issues and Continuing Health Care needs.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

Commitment motivation and flexibility and ability to show initiative.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Good organisational skills
Basic IT skills
Evidence of the ability to communicate with a broad spectrum of individuals.
Ability to prioritise workload
Ability to work under instruction from qualified staff and within guidelines.
Able to present information written and orally in a clear and logical manner
Ability to motivate people

Qualifications

Essential

Maths & English minimum grade GCSE C/4 or L2 equivalent in the same subject
Willing to work towards L3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship standard

Experience

Essential

Evidence of interaction with the public or patients
Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

Evidence of working with people in care/exercise setting
Recent proven experience of working with Clients in a hospital or NHS organisation.
Experience in other therapy settings.
Previous physiotherapy assistant Experience

Physical Skills

Essential

Able to meet the moving and handling requirements of the post.

Other

Essential

To meet the travel requirements of the post

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

Commitment motivation and flexibility and ability to show initiative.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Good organisational skills
Basic IT skills
Evidence of the ability to communicate with a broad spectrum of individuals.
Ability to prioritise workload
Ability to work under instruction from qualified staff and within guidelines.
Able to present information written and orally in a clear and logical manner
Ability to motivate people

Qualifications

Essential

Maths & English minimum grade GCSE C/4 or L2 equivalent in the same subject
Willing to work towards L3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship standard

Experience

Essential

Evidence of interaction with the public or patients
Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

Evidence of working with people in care/exercise setting
Recent proven experience of working with Clients in a hospital or NHS organisation.
Experience in other therapy settings.
Previous physiotherapy assistant Experience

Physical Skills

Essential

Able to meet the moving and handling requirements of the post.

Other

Essential

To meet the travel requirements of the post

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.