Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 3 Clinical Support Assistant to join our team at Walkergate Park. At Walkergate Park we provide specialist neuro rehabilitation for people with complex neurological conditions including brain injury, stroke and Multiple Sclerosis.
The successful candidate will work in inpatients at Walkergate Park as a Physiotherapy Clinical Support Assistant and assist in the delivery of rehabilitation to patients as guided by the qualified therapists. This will involve working with patients with complex neurological conditions including those with cognitive and behavioural difficulties. The successful candidate will work independently with patients to carry out rehabilitation programmes as directed by the qualified therapists as well as joint working alongside the therapists.
The successful candidate will be supported to develop their skills in this area through regular supervision, in service training and joint working with Physiotherapists, and other assistants in the team.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the job are: To assist in the delivery of physiotherapy care to service users who have a variety of needs, diverse presentations and a range of mental health, learning disabilities and / or neurological conditions under the direction of a registered physiotherapist. The overall responsibility for the service user remains, at all times with the registered physiotherapist..To accept onto caseload, patients allocated by Physiotherapy. Provide treatment according to set treatment protocols after assessment and handover by qualified staff and monitor patient progress ensuring regular feedback is given to therapists and nurses.To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team.
To have a key role in supporting therapists in the provision of hydrotherapy, including preparation for sessions and maintenance of the pool area.
To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.To actively engage with supervision and appraisal process as identified in Trust Policy.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 22nd April 2025
Closing date : 6th May 2025
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 22nd April 2025
Closing date : 6th May 2025
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Senior Healthcare Support Worker or equivalent or working towards
- NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Appreciation of illness/disability and neurological conditions and the impact of these on a person's lifestyle
- Experience of working/ volunteering in an appropriate care setting
- Able to follow instructions recognising the boundaries of own competency.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in physiotherapy / occupational therapy.
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to use IT system
- Flexible Time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to establish a rapport with service users
Desirable
- Some anatomical knowledge
- Awareness of moving and handling legislation
- Advanced IT skills
- Risk Assessment skills
Role/Team specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to cope with distressing and emotional situations.
- Enthusiastic and motivated.
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Flexible, Confident, Reliable
Desirable
- Innovative and resourceful
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Senior Healthcare Support Worker or equivalent or working towards
- NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Appreciation of illness/disability and neurological conditions and the impact of these on a person's lifestyle
- Experience of working/ volunteering in an appropriate care setting
- Able to follow instructions recognising the boundaries of own competency.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in physiotherapy / occupational therapy.
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to use IT system
- Flexible Time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to establish a rapport with service users
Desirable
- Some anatomical knowledge
- Awareness of moving and handling legislation
- Advanced IT skills
- Risk Assessment skills
Role/Team specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to cope with distressing and emotional situations.
- Enthusiastic and motivated.
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Flexible, Confident, Reliable
Desirable
- Innovative and resourceful
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to meet the mobility 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
