Therapy Support Worker

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 11 May 2025

Job summary

We require a Generic Therapy Assistant to work as part of the Orthopaedic team within the Therapy Services Department at Rotherham General Hospital. Your main responsibilities will be to assist with patient care on the Orthopaedic wards and to provide the administrative support to the team. The inpatient department currently provides therapy to a 28 bedded trauma ward, 28 bedded elective unit, childrens ward, fracture clinic and day surgery. The team is made up of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and existing support staff. Our aim is to provide a high quality, efficient seven-day service to maximise peoples independence and function with the intention of facilitating safe and timely hospital discharge and rehabilitation.

Main duties of the job

Your main responsibilities will be to assist with patient care and therapy on the Orthopaedic wards and to provide the administrative support to the team. Applicants should be excellent team workers and be able to demonstrate good communication skills. You must be physically capable of assisting patients with exercises, mobility and daily living activities. Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the county and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Date posted

01 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

11 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-03-042

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

knowledge

Essential

Understanding of the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace
Understanding of the risk assessment process
Understanding of the role of the support worker in rehabilitation / management of patients in speciality
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Able to recognise when guidance and support is required

Desirable

Awareness and understanding of relevant health and Social Care legislation

IT Skills

Essential

Demonstrates skills and ability in use of computer packages on a regular basis

Physical/Practical

Essential

Ability to utilise technology for the recording and collection of data and to support clinical care
Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the county and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Desirable

Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation

Communication and relationships

Essential

Able to present and receive information within a multi professional team
Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients/clients, relative/carers and staff
Demonstrate effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Skills and ability to motivate and support others
Ability to adapt skills to ensure effective communication at all levels

Qualifications

Essential

GCSEs- English Maths and Science Grade C/4 or above

Desirable

Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST

Experience

Desirable

Recent and relevant experience within an appropriate NHS setting
Experience of working within a multi professional team

Demonstrates Core Values

Essential

Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with Trust Core Values

Person Specification

knowledge

Essential

Understanding of the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace
Understanding of the risk assessment process
Understanding of the role of the support worker in rehabilitation / management of patients in speciality
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Able to recognise when guidance and support is required

Desirable

Awareness and understanding of relevant health and Social Care legislation

IT Skills

Essential

Demonstrates skills and ability in use of computer packages on a regular basis

Physical/Practical

Essential

Ability to utilise technology for the recording and collection of data and to support clinical care
Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the county and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Desirable

Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation

Communication and relationships

Essential

Able to present and receive information within a multi professional team
Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients/clients, relative/carers and staff
Demonstrate effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Skills and ability to motivate and support others
Ability to adapt skills to ensure effective communication at all levels