Job summary
Come and join our integrated children's therapy team in East Sussex, supporting the needs of children and young peopleaged 0-19.The East Sussex Children's Integrated Therapy and Equipment Service (ESCITES) is provided by Kent Community HealthFoundation Trust. We are recruiting an Integrated Therapy Assistant to join our Integrated Care Team consisting ofOccupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists and Integrated Therapy Assistants.We have three main bases in Crowborough, Polegate and Hastings. You will be based in Polegate but will need to be ableto travel around the county.
Main duties of the job
The job will involve working with families and school/ nursery staff to implement therapy plans written by the therapistsand offer advice on the needs of the children and young people you are working with. You will also work directly with theOccupational Therapists and Physiotherapists in clinics and schools when they need assistance.The successful applicant will have good communication skills and the desire to develop their skills and knowledgeparticularly in the areas of physiotherapy and occupational therapy.Our support and induction offered to new staff includes regular meetings with your line manager, clinical supervision andappraisal, as well as internal and external training opportunities.As a location, East Sussex boasts the beautiful rural countryside alongside vibrant seaside towns with easy access to thecontinent and Gatwick as well regular rail services in and out of London and a coastal railway network.Car owner/driver essential, subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act (1995).
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission
The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
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Job description
Job responsibilities
As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team viakentchft.recruitment@nhs.netquoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team viakentchft.recruitment@nhs.netquoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of Foundation Degree Level study (Level 5) or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.
- Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths).
Desirable
- Mentorship / Coaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Recent demonstrable experience of working with children with SEN+D in relevant settings, e.g. preschool, school, NHS
- Experience of working and communicating with parents/carers within a relevant setting.
- Experience of carrying out programmes under the advice of a therapist/other professional, e.g. teacher.
- Experience of working independently.
- Experience of safeguarding procedures.
Desirable
- Experience of delivering training
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE, Essence of Care.
- Basic knowledge of how therapy can support children's functioning.
- Knowledge of child development and the impact of SEN+D on child development/function.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Sound communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
- Ability to use own initiative.
- Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation and listening.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
Desirable
- The ability to adjust treatment programme according to client's needs on own initiative
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Demonstrates the ability to be a good team player.
- To be able to move between locations in a timely manner.
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the Registered Practitioner.
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of Foundation Degree Level study (Level 5) or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.
- Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths).
Desirable
- Mentorship / Coaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Recent demonstrable experience of working with children with SEN+D in relevant settings, e.g. preschool, school, NHS
- Experience of working and communicating with parents/carers within a relevant setting.
- Experience of carrying out programmes under the advice of a therapist/other professional, e.g. teacher.
- Experience of working independently.
- Experience of safeguarding procedures.
Desirable
- Experience of delivering training
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE, Essence of Care.
- Basic knowledge of how therapy can support children's functioning.
- Knowledge of child development and the impact of SEN+D on child development/function.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Sound communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
- Ability to use own initiative.
- Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation and listening.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
Desirable
- The ability to adjust treatment programme according to client's needs on own initiative
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Demonstrates the ability to be a good team player.
- To be able to move between locations in a timely manner.
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the Registered Practitioner.
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures.
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).
