Job summary
Band 5 Physiotherapist - Community Learning Disability Team
Fixed Term Contract - 1 year
Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust (SHSC) Adult Community Learning Disability Team (CLDT ) are looking for a highly motivated ,experienced and dynamic Physiotherapist to work in this specialist field of Learning Disabilities. Due to monies released from the creation of another new post an opportunity has arisen to recruit a Band 5 Physiotherapist ( 1 year Fixed Term post ) to join our Physiotherapy Team .
We work within an established multi -disciplinary Community Learning Disability Team (CLDT) providing Physiotherapy to adults with a Learning Disability in Sheffield.
Experience of working with people with Learning Disabilities is desirable. You will have experience of working in a broad range of clinical settings and have the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team. You must have experience and skills of working with people with complex health and physical health needs and other relevant experience e.g. Neuro Rehabilitation, Paediatrics, Mental Health, Care of the Elderly, Intermediate Care.
We are committed to supporting staff with their Continuous Professional Development and provide regular clinical and management supervision.
You will hold a recognized Physiotherapy Degree or equivalent, must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and demonstrate excellent communication skills.
Main duties of the job
To assess, diagnose, plan and develop physiotherapy treatment programmes for adults with learning disabilities who present with a wide variety of physical and or mental health needs, seen within a community setting.
You will carry your own client caseload under supervision of a Band 7 Physiotherapist and will work closely with our generic Therapy Assistant.
About us
We are passionate about providing the very best care to the people we support, and we're looking for amazing people who share this passion to join us.
What is it that makes our Trust such a special place to work? Well, it's all about the people. Our staff, service users, carers and families all come from such diverse backgrounds and all have expertise and stories to share.
It's important that you feel supported in your role, that the people who you work with are as passionate as you are and that your health and wellbeing is taken care of
If you're interested in developing your career, you'll have access to a range of training and education opportunities, including apprenticeships, work experience and placements, as well as the chance to get involved in research.
We are all very proud of the difference we make to people's lives each and every day and if that's something that you'd like to be part of we'd love to have you with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
please see the attached Job Description and Person spec for further information , please note person spec is at end of Job Description
Job description
Job responsibilities
please see the attached Job Description and Person spec for further information , please note person spec is at end of Job Description
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- oCore basic knowledge of musculoskeletal, neurology and respiratory conditions and physiotherapy interventions to manage these.
- oKnowledge of Interdisciplinary working.
- oEffective interpersonal and team working skills.
Desirable
- oUnderstanding of physiotherapy in the community setting.
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- oDiploma/degree in Physiotherapy from a recognised Chartered Society of Physiotherapists training establishment
- oCurrent HCPC Registration
Experience
Essential
- oExperience of working as a student or Band 5 in these physiotherapy areas: musculoskeletal, neurology, respiratory and physical rehabilitation
Desirable
- oExperience of working with people with learning disabilities.
Other
Essential
- oAbility to communicate with a range of people using effective communication and to identify and constructively manage barriers to effective communication
- oAbility to develop own practice using reflection, critical appraisal and commitment to lifelong learning (CPD.
- oAbility to monitor and maintain best practice in health, safety and security in line with local and organisational policies
- oKnowledge of risk assessment
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- oCore basic knowledge of musculoskeletal, neurology and respiratory conditions and physiotherapy interventions to manage these.
- oKnowledge of Interdisciplinary working.
- oEffective interpersonal and team working skills.
Desirable
- oUnderstanding of physiotherapy in the community setting.
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- oDiploma/degree in Physiotherapy from a recognised Chartered Society of Physiotherapists training establishment
- oCurrent HCPC Registration
Experience
Essential
- oExperience of working as a student or Band 5 in these physiotherapy areas: musculoskeletal, neurology, respiratory and physical rehabilitation
Desirable
- oExperience of working with people with learning disabilities.
Other
Essential
- oAbility to communicate with a range of people using effective communication and to identify and constructively manage barriers to effective communication
- oAbility to develop own practice using reflection, critical appraisal and commitment to lifelong learning (CPD.
- oAbility to monitor and maintain best practice in health, safety and security in line with local and organisational policies
- oKnowledge of risk assessment
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
