Job summary
Are you someone who can help a person when their lives have changed in the blink of an eye?
We are looking to recruit into our team of Stroke Rehabilitation Assistants in the York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate would be someone looking to drive forward care provision, with a passion and commitment to improving the delivery of Stroke Services.
Access to a vehicle that can be used for business purposes and hold a full and valid driving licence is required (role will involve travel to numerous addresses that cannot be easily accessed by public transport means).
If you are passionate about making a difference, and want to contribute to an organisation which is continuously striving to improve, then we would love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Stroke is a life changing event and we are looking for someone who can motivate and empower patients so that they regain as much function and independence as is possible.
The role works alongside a wide range of professions, including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists and the wider medical multi disciplinary team. We are therefore seeking a team player, with a strong desire to provide compassionate care and empower others within a friendly and supportive environment. You must also be able to demonstrate good communication skills, working closely and building effective relationships with colleagues and building rapports with patients and relatives.
Previous experience in care provision or rehabilitation is desirable, but training in the role will be provided, and ongoing training and advice is available from our experienced and supportive team.
Candidates would be required to work across all 3 stroke specialist sites in order to support service needs. This would include the Acute Stroke Unit, Stroke Rehabilitation, as well as in the patient's own home as part of the Community Stroke Team.
Please note, the ability to transport yourself and equipment across the local area during the course of a normal working day is essential for this role. We would strongly encourage anyone interested in this exciting opportunity to contact us to discuss the role.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
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A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
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Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
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Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent. Maths and English at C or above - or equivalent qualification/demonstrable experience
- Willingness to undertake relevant departmental training in order to achieve required clinical competencies
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Practical knowledge through a combination of in-house training attendance on short courses, completion of local competency objectives to NVQ 3. level in relevant area
- Experience of contribution to rehabilitation of patients with physical or psychological dysfunction
- Proficient in computer use and IT skills
- Basic understanding of Health & wellbeing
- Awareness of what is important to a patient
- Detailed understanding of the role of a Therapy Assistant
Desirable
- Experience in a care setting
- Experience of responsibility for decision making
- Experience of working as part of a health or social care team or other multi disciplinary team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent. Maths and English at C or above - or equivalent qualification/demonstrable experience
- Willingness to undertake relevant departmental training in order to achieve required clinical competencies
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Practical knowledge through a combination of in-house training attendance on short courses, completion of local competency objectives to NVQ 3. level in relevant area
- Experience of contribution to rehabilitation of patients with physical or psychological dysfunction
- Proficient in computer use and IT skills
- Basic understanding of Health & wellbeing
- Awareness of what is important to a patient
- Detailed understanding of the role of a Therapy Assistant
Desirable
- Experience in a care setting
- Experience of responsibility for decision making
- Experience of working as part of a health or social care team or other multi disciplinary team
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.
