Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, skilled and experienced Rehabilitation Coach to join the Live Well rehabilitation team. Working in partnership with leisure and third sector organisations, this therapy team supports people living with Long Term Health Conditions to achieve better health outcomes and quality of life. The post holder will deliver group based exercise, activity and nutritional programmes in leisure and community centres across Cardiff and Vale, aimed at supporting people to self manage their health condition.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate an energetic, enthusiastic and flexible approach to their work. Previous experience as a therapies support worker is advantageous and the ability to work well with all members of the multi-disciplinary team is essential. You will need to have excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills, be able to work as part of a varied team, and be able to motivate service users.
Cardiff and Vale UHB is unique in being both a teaching Health Board and providing Tertiary, Specialist, General, Acute, Mental health and Community services. The Therapies services have excellent clerical support teams and robust IT hardware and software.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numerate and literate to GCSE level or equivalent.
- Recognised qualification NVQ level 3,Agored Cymru or equivalent.
Desirable
- Relevant higher level qualification
Experience
Essential
- Health and Social care experience.
- Dealing with people individually or in groups
Desirable
- Working with people with Cancer
- Experience working as Therapy support worker
- Experience working in the fitness industry
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people
- Ability to motivate people
- Ability to work as a member of the team
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Ability to use digital technology
- Database management skills
- Teaching skills
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- A proven knowledge base in rehabilitation and role of Therapies
Desirable
- Knowledge of disability issues
- Knowledge of the effects of chemotherapy on the individual
- Understanding the impact of Cancer
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Self motivated
- Adaptable to change
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to make travel arrangements to meet the requirements of job
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numerate and literate to GCSE level or equivalent.
- Recognised qualification NVQ level 3,Agored Cymru or equivalent.
Desirable
- Relevant higher level qualification
Experience
Essential
- Health and Social care experience.
- Dealing with people individually or in groups
Desirable
- Working with people with Cancer
- Experience working as Therapy support worker
- Experience working in the fitness industry
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people
- Ability to motivate people
- Ability to work as a member of the team
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Ability to use digital technology
- Database management skills
- Teaching skills
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- A proven knowledge base in rehabilitation and role of Therapies
Desirable
- Knowledge of disability issues
- Knowledge of the effects of chemotherapy on the individual
- Understanding the impact of Cancer
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Self motivated
- Adaptable to change
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to make travel arrangements to meet the requirements of job
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).
