Swansea Bay University Health Board

Generic Therapy OT, PT, N&D technician

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Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated, dynamic and forward thinking individual to join the newly developing team to support Children and Young people who are recovering and/ or have a long term illness. This post is to support Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Nutrition and dietetics therapists. The post will support CYP across Swansea Bay. t

The service covers Swansea bay and will consist of MDT clinics and MDT intervention and individualised professional interventions. The post holder will be responsible for carrying out therapeutic interventions to CYP in the clinic setting, schools and community settings. We have a newly established team, consisting of psychologists, psychology assistant practitioners, physiotherapist, occupational therapist and dietitian, to provide efficient and holistic assessment and therapy intervention.

A health related NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification is essential for this post.Previous experience of working in the NHS or hospital and MDT setting is preferable.There will be opportunities to work alongside senior staff. Strong professional support is available in terms of in-house training, developmentand mentoring for the successful candidate.

Main duties of the job

The role includes, but are not limited to the following duties:

Assessing less complex patients and establishing goals / intervention needs (either with or without physiotherapist / occupational therapist/ N& D involvement).

Facilitating timely discharge. At times the post holder may be expected to deliver small items of equipment to patients' homes.

Delivering physiotherapy, N&D and occupational therapy treatment programmes as part of an individualised plan of care.

Promoting independence by working independently or with other members of the MDT.

Contributing to data collection and reporting.

Maintaining the cleanliness of the therapy space before & after patient contact.

Contributing to the in-service training programme.

Deliver mentoring and support to less experienced colleagues.

About us

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

Details

Date posted

14 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,524 to £28,010 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

130-ACS140-0624

Job locations

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Singleton

Swansea

SA12 7BX


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.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • QCF Level 3 OR Level 4
  • Evidence of training activities

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic medical knowledge
  • Understanding of rehabilitation

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in rehabilitation
  • Experience of working as part of an MDT

Skills

Essential

  • Effective communication
  • IT skills
  • Ability to undertake physical activity associated with rehabilitation

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Motivated, committed, enthusiastic
  • Good time management
  • Emotional stamina
  • Professional approach
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • QCF Level 3 OR Level 4
  • Evidence of training activities

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic medical knowledge
  • Understanding of rehabilitation

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in rehabilitation
  • Experience of working as part of an MDT

Skills

Essential

  • Effective communication
  • IT skills
  • Ability to undertake physical activity associated with rehabilitation

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Motivated, committed, enthusiastic
  • Good time management
  • Emotional stamina
  • Professional approach

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Singleton

Swansea

SA12 7BX


Employer's website

https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Singleton

Swansea

SA12 7BX


Employer's website

https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Children's Occupational therapy

Amanda Atkinson

amanda.atkinson@wales.nhs.uk

01639862713

Details

Date posted

14 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,524 to £28,010 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

130-ACS140-0624

Job locations

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Singleton

Swansea

SA12 7BX


Supporting documents

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