About this role
Job summary
Are you looking to work within a friendly, dynamic team within the community outpatient healthcare environment? Are you interested in supporting the rehabilitation of patients with respiratory disease to enable them to better manage their symptoms and build their independence?
If so, then look no further
Main duties of the job
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Job description Job responsibilities
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More detail about the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate individual with previous experience in rehabilitation and exercise provision to join our dedicated Pulmonary Rehabilitation Physiotherapy team at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. This post is based across Exeter, Mid and East Devon. We are particularly keen to hear from applicants who have previously worked as a Rehabilitation Support Worker, Exercise Instructor, or in a similar role involving structured exercise delivery and rehabilitation of patients with longterm conditions.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is passionate about pursuing excellence across all areas of care. We are a welcoming and inclusive Trust that values difference, supports professional growth and development, and is located in one of the most beautiful areas of the UK.
This role involves delivering a range of therapeutic interventions, supervised exercise sessions and classbased pulmonary rehabilitation programmes for patients with chronic respiratory conditions. A strong understanding of exercise provision, progression and adaptation for individuals with physical limitations is essential. The postholder will work closely with patients, their families and carers to support safe, effective and personcentred rehabilitation.
You will be expected to recognise and support the physical limitations and functional problems associated with longterm respiratory disease, contributing to early assessment and ongoing rehabilitation under the direction of qualified therapists. The role requires the confidence and competence to work with patients who may be breathless, deconditioned, or anxious about exercise, and to support them to engage safely and effectively in activity to improve symptom control and quality of life.
Strong communication skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships with the multidisciplinary team across acute and community settings are essential. The caseload will consist of patients with chronic and longterm respiratory conditions who are actively participating in exercisebased rehabilitation.
Due to the level of responsibility and clinical experience required, this post is not a developmental role and is not suitable for a Band 2 Clinical Support Worker. Applicants should be able to demonstrate relevant previous experience in rehabilitation settings and supervised exercise delivery
Working Pattern: 22.5 hours per week. Mon, Tues and Wednesday 08:15-16:30 (flexibility on working days may be requested with adequate notice)
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Rob Wickins - Head of Acute Physiotherapy. [email protected]. 07870484666
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification
General Requirements Essential
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Desirable
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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.
Employer details Employer name Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Honiton Hospital
Marlpits Lane
Honiton
Devon
EX14 2DE
Employer's website https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)