About this role
Job summary
**Subject to job matching**
East Cheshire NHS Trust is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for three suitably experienced Band 4 Assistant Practitioners to join our newly established Neighborhood Rehabilitation Pathway. We welcome applications from individuals with a strong interest in working as part of an integrated community team.
There are three posts available across East Cheshire, with bases at Macclesfield, Congleton, Knutsford, Handforth and Poynton. The successful applicants will be expected to work flexibly and support colleagues across different sites within East Cheshire. As a result, the ability to travel efficiently between sites, including rural locations, is essential.
Applicants currently working at Band 3 with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.
About the service
This is a new and developing service focused on supporting early discharge from hospital, enabling patients to regain their independence more quickly in the comfort of their own homes. We are a forward-thinking and evolving therapy service, offering a wide range of developmental opportunities, from Therapy Assistant roles through to Advanced Clinical Specialist positions. Each professional discipline is supported by a designated professional lead, with strong links to GPs, Consultants and local universities.
Full and part time, and flexible working will be considered.
Hours per week: 37.5
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-rounded candidate, with experience of working in the NHS. The candidate should be motivated, with good communication skills and the ability to work within the therapy team and wider MDT. Organisation and time management is key to efficiently managing delegated caseloads. It will be essential for the post holder to work under supervision of a qualified member of staff, as well as autonomously within trust policies and scope of practice and competencies, in addition to maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records. To work as part of a team providing a comprehensive, rehabilitation service for patients across East Cheshire. You will deliver therapy independently or jointly with the therapists in individual, group and multidisciplinary settings. This may include supporting aspects of rehabilitation care provision with our partner care agencies. We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visitVisas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
5 GCSE's including English and Maths or equivalent BTEC National Diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject
Desirable
Assistant membership of a relevant professional body Completion of a Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care Successful completion or currently undertaking an ECDL
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge / competency of a range of assessment tools & interventions relevant to the role An understanding of confidentiality & Information Governance
Desirable
Knowledge of relevant terminology and clinical conditions
Skills Essential
Effective communication and listening skills Takes own initiative and seeks appropriate guidance Ability to work as part of a team Good organisational skills Ability to teach practical skills
Desirable
Risk assessment
Experience Essential
Experience of contributing to individual & group interventions for patients & settings relevant to the role
Desirable
Experience of contributing to audit Experience of working with the relevant specialist patient group Evidence of working as a therapy assistant
Specific Job Requirement Essential
Skills in delivering therapy programmes Ability to adapt programmes to meet the changing needs of the clients with reference to the supervising therapist Ability to support and motivate patients as appropriate Ability to carry out and complete delegated project
Desirable
Experience of contributing to audit Experience of working with the patients following stroke and/or neurological conditions Evidence of working as a therapy assistant Ability to contribute to patient assessment Ability to organise therapy programmes in consultation with the responsible therapist
Other Role Requirements Essential
Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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 East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)