Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Cancer Prehabilitation team as a Band 4 Therapy Assistant Practitioner.
This is an excellent opportunity for somebody who has previous experience as a therapy or rehabilitation assistant in an NHS or care setting, or someone who has experience within leisure and would like to move into healthcare.
This post holder will work as part of the Prehab2Rehab team which offers hospital and community based assessments and interventions aimed to optimise patients preparing for cancer treatment within Cardiff and Vale. The Therapies Assistant Practitioner will work closely with Dietitians, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists to provide a holistic approach to patient care.
As this post holder will move between both hospital and community settings, they must be able to travel between sites in a timely manner to undertake duties of the post at various locations.
Main duties of the job
- To provide a service with the Therapists to promote physical and functional rehabilitation, improve nutritional status of patients and optimisation of the patients health and wellbeing
Working alongside Physiotherapists they will deliver and progress group exercise sessions within community settings such as leisure centres. Under the supervision of the Dietitian they will undertake nutritional screening, monitor nutritional care plans, deliver first line nutritional advice and assist in the delivery of group dietetic sessions. With direction from the Occupational Therapist they will take responsibility for implementing and managing aspects of the Occupational Therapy treatment programme, promote independence, health and well-being and safety in hospital or community settings.
To contribute, as part of the team, to the overall aims of the Therapies Services. The post-holder will work independently to an agreed framework and will be responsible and accountable for these tasks.
They may be required to work their normal contracted hours flexibly, in a variety of different working patterns, in response to the needs of the service where they are placed.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh 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 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Personal Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Personal Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numerate and literate to GCSE level grades (A to C) or level 11 equivalent qualification or Recognised qualification NVQ/QCF level 4, equivalent level of knowledge or NVQ/QCF Level 3 PLUS.
Desirable
- Evidence of further education e.g. relevant Health and Social Care qualification, sport science, or other relevant qualification
- Qualified or working towards CanRehab Level 4 Cancer and Exercise Rehabilitation qualification
Experience
Essential
- Health and/or Social Care experience
- Dealing with people both individually and/or in groups
Desirable
- Working with people with cancer
- Previous experience working as a therapy support worker
- Working in the fitness industry
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team and to work alone
- Ability to motivate people
Desirable
- Database management skills
- Teaching skills/experience
Special knowledge
Essential
- A proven knowledge base in rehabilitation and the role of Therapies
Desirable
- Understanding of the impact of cancer
- Knowledge of the effects of chemotherapy on an individual
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible and Adaptable to change
Other
Essential
- Able to travel, in a timely manner to undertake duties of the post at various locations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numerate and literate to GCSE level grades (A to C) or level 11 equivalent qualification or Recognised qualification NVQ/QCF level 4, equivalent level of knowledge or NVQ/QCF Level 3 PLUS.
Desirable
- Evidence of further education e.g. relevant Health and Social Care qualification, sport science, or other relevant qualification
- Qualified or working towards CanRehab Level 4 Cancer and Exercise Rehabilitation qualification
Experience
Essential
- Health and/or Social Care experience
- Dealing with people both individually and/or in groups
Desirable
- Working with people with cancer
- Previous experience working as a therapy support worker
- Working in the fitness industry
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team and to work alone
- Ability to motivate people
Desirable
- Database management skills
- Teaching skills/experience
Special knowledge
Essential
- A proven knowledge base in rehabilitation and the role of Therapies
Desirable
- Understanding of the impact of cancer
- Knowledge of the effects of chemotherapy on an individual
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible and Adaptable to change
Other
Essential
- Able to travel, in a timely manner to undertake duties of the post at various locations
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).
