Therapy Associate Practitioner Trauma and Orthopaedics

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced TherapyAssociate Practitioner to join our friendly Trauma and Orthopaedics Therapy Team in East Cheshire.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic Therapy Associate Practitioner with proven experience in the assessment and treatment of patients within trauma and orthopaedics ward settings.

We are an exciting team, offering assessment and treatment to patients in trauma and orthopaedics. We work holistically within a large multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Consultants, Assistants and Social Workers.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 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 visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Hours per week: 37.5

Main duties of the job

To work as part of a team providing a comprehensive, rehabilitation service for inpatients on the Orthopaedic Unit at MDGH (including Orthopaedic outliers, Paediatrics and Orthopaedic Clinics) under the guidance of a qualified therapist.

To contribute to multidisciplinary team management.

To contribute to operational delivery and service development

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 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 European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge / competency of a range of assessment tools & interventions relevant to the role
• An understanding of confidentiality & Information Governance
• 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

• Knowledge of relevant terminology and clinical conditions
• 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 role requirments

Essential

• Effective communication & listening skills
• Takes own initiative and seeks appropriative guidance
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to teach practical skills
• Able to demonstrate ability to meet travel requirements of the role

Further Information

Essential

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.

Other Role Requirments

Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements