Job summary
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Do you want to be part of an innovative, multi-disciplinary team that empowers people to manage long-term health conditions effectively?
The Powys Living Well Service is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Assistant Practitioner (Band 4) to play a key role in supporting individuals living with persistent pain, fatigue, and weight management. As part of our team, you will also contribute to service improvement projects, helping to shape and enhance the delivery of care to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Main duties of the job
As an Assistant Practitioner, you will independently manage your workload while working under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner to support individuals with long-term conditions. You will provide high-quality, evidence-based care, contribute to assessments, and support rehabilitation and self-management programmes.
Key Responsibilities:
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Delivering Care
- Support initial consultations, implement and modify care plans.
- Assist in the delivery of rehabilitation sessions and weight management interventions.
- Promote person-centred care to improve health and independence.
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Monitoring Progress
- Recognise and respond to changes in people's physical or mental conditions.
- Provide accurate feedback and contribute to ongoing assessments.
- Ensure safe and high-quality care, escalating concerns as needed.
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Mentoring Junior Staff
- Support and supervise healthcare assistants, and students.
- Provide guidance and contribute to a positive learning environment.
- Uphold professional standards and promote best practices in care delivery.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills within a multi-disciplinary team while making a meaningful impact on care.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
For further details / informal visits contact: 01874 442910
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
For further details / informal visits contact: 01874 442910
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate in Healthcare (120 Level 4 CQFW Credits) or NVQ Level 3/ A-Levels/ BTEC in Healthcare associated certificate with significant demonstrable experience in the field of specialism
Desirable
- Evidence of attendance at courses / study days pertinent to speciality
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical experience of working within a relevant healthcare service environment
Desirable
- Experience within speciality
Aptitudes & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of working as part of a team; Ability to work independently and to seek appropriate advice; Ability to make decisions; Ability to work under pressure; Good communication skills both written and verbal; Ability to utilise a full range of Microsoft packages or similar
Desirable
- Ability to diffuse difficult/threatening situations
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate behaviours and attitudes which align to the Health Board's Values and Behaviour Framework
Desirable
- Awareness and understanding of the impact of weight stigma
Other
Essential
- Able to work hours flexibly; Can demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues; Ability to travel
Desirable
- Ability to speak or learn Welsh
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate in Healthcare (120 Level 4 CQFW Credits) or NVQ Level 3/ A-Levels/ BTEC in Healthcare associated certificate with significant demonstrable experience in the field of specialism
Desirable
- Evidence of attendance at courses / study days pertinent to speciality
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical experience of working within a relevant healthcare service environment
Desirable
- Experience within speciality
Aptitudes & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of working as part of a team; Ability to work independently and to seek appropriate advice; Ability to make decisions; Ability to work under pressure; Good communication skills both written and verbal; Ability to utilise a full range of Microsoft packages or similar
Desirable
- Ability to diffuse difficult/threatening situations
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate behaviours and attitudes which align to the Health Board's Values and Behaviour Framework
Desirable
- Awareness and understanding of the impact of weight stigma
Other
Essential
- Able to work hours flexibly; Can demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues; Ability to travel
Desirable
- Ability to speak or learn Welsh
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).
