Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Age UK Durham Physiotherapy Assistant

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Job summary

Are you seeking a new challenge and a unique opportunity to develop your career? If so, then this post would be an excellent opportunity for you! We are looking for a dynamic, passionate and proactive individual with excellent communication skills to work with Age UK (County Durham) to deliver Physiotherapy interventions for Older people across County Durham.In 2021 Age UK obtained funding as part of Community mental Health transformation to work jointly with TEWV to provide support for Older people (50+) who are experiencing such issues as loneliness, isolation, lack of motivation and low mood. The funding for this project has been confirmed and we are, therefore, looking to appoint a Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant to join our existing partnership team consisting of Age UK County Durham and TEWV staff. You will be working with the qualified physiotherapist in the team to deliver physiotherapy interventions with people in their own homes and in group settings across County Durham.We are seeking a motivated, conscientious team-player who can think holistically and creatively to deliver interventions for people in their own homes. This is your chance to make a real difference to improve people's health and wellbeing.

Main duties of the job

To work with service users as delegated by the Registered Physiotherapist in a variety of community settings, including the service user's own home.

About us

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a competent, confident, and enthusiastic full time Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant (fixed term - 12 months) to join our team. The Age UK team works in partnership with the Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP) Durham Community Service covering County Durham area and is located at Belmont Industrial Estate, Durham

This team is a collaboration between Age UK and TEWV and includes staff from both organisations. The teamworks with people over 50 and their families.

The service is managed by Age UK (Durham). TEWV will provide clinical supervision and you will also have access to Physiotherapy professional support and training.

Details

Date posted

16 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

346-DDM-068-24-A

Job locations

Age UK Durham

Houghton House, Belmont Business Park

Durham

DH1 1TW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

To provide physiotherapy support to service users who have a range of mental health conditions

To engage service users and their carers in therapeutic programmes of care and encourages them in a compassionate manner, to support them in achieving their identified goals and to promote independence and well-being.

Works with Registered Physiotherapists, preparing or helping service users to prepare for treatment and assisting in delivering therapeutic interventions designed by others.

Works with delegated service users who remain the responsibility of the Registered Physiotherapist, reporting back in a timely and appropriate manner. Service users may demonstrate behaviours that challenge or have difficult family situations of relevance.

Provides information and practical advice, within scope of own competency, to service users and carers e.g. demonstrating exercise programmes for them to follow.

Participates in health promotion activities.

Undertakes administrative tasks in relation to own work and as requested e.g. taking telephone messages, preparing case note files, collating and inputting data, photocopying, filing.

Additional contact details :-

Jodie Elders Physiotherapist Age UK County Durham/TEWV

Email: Jodie.Elders@nhs.net

Jodie.Elders@ageukcounty durham.org.uk

Robyn Holmes, Chief Executive Age UK County Durham

Email: robyn.holmes@agukcountydurham.org.uk

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

To provide physiotherapy support to service users who have a range of mental health conditions

To engage service users and their carers in therapeutic programmes of care and encourages them in a compassionate manner, to support them in achieving their identified goals and to promote independence and well-being.

Works with Registered Physiotherapists, preparing or helping service users to prepare for treatment and assisting in delivering therapeutic interventions designed by others.

Works with delegated service users who remain the responsibility of the Registered Physiotherapist, reporting back in a timely and appropriate manner. Service users may demonstrate behaviours that challenge or have difficult family situations of relevance.

Provides information and practical advice, within scope of own competency, to service users and carers e.g. demonstrating exercise programmes for them to follow.

Participates in health promotion activities.

Undertakes administrative tasks in relation to own work and as requested e.g. taking telephone messages, preparing case note files, collating and inputting data, photocopying, filing.

Additional contact details :-

Jodie Elders Physiotherapist Age UK County Durham/TEWV

Email: Jodie.Elders@nhs.net

Jodie.Elders@ageukcounty durham.org.uk

Robyn Holmes, Chief Executive Age UK County Durham

Email: robyn.holmes@agukcountydurham.org.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant NVQ Level 3 in care or equivalent (or willingness to undertake within agreed timescale).
  • Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of paid or voluntary work with people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities

Desirable

  • Experience working alongside physiotherapists

Knowledge

Essential

  • Awareness of needs of service users with mental health conditions or learning disabilities

Skills

Essential

  • Time management and ability to prioritise effectively

Other

Essential

  • Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant NVQ Level 3 in care or equivalent (or willingness to undertake within agreed timescale).
  • Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of paid or voluntary work with people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities

Desirable

  • Experience working alongside physiotherapists

Knowledge

Essential

  • Awareness of needs of service users with mental health conditions or learning disabilities

Skills

Essential

  • Time management and ability to prioritise effectively

Other

Essential

  • Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Age UK Durham

Houghton House, Belmont Business Park

Durham

DH1 1TW


Employer's website

https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Age UK Durham

Houghton House, Belmont Business Park

Durham

DH1 1TW


Employer's website

https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Service Manager

Christine Murphy

christine.murphy7@nhs.net

07884475589

Details

Date posted

16 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

346-DDM-068-24-A

Job locations

Age UK Durham

Houghton House, Belmont Business Park

Durham

DH1 1TW


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