Therapy Assistant

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Therapy Assistant, to join our Redditch Neighbourhood Teams. The role involves delivering both planned and urgent therapy support to our local adult population. You will be expected to contribute to high quality patient care, working closely with our Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapists as well as the wider Community Nursing team. Successful applicants will be professional and ambitious and willing to develop their skills to be able to be a responsive practitioner. We visit patients in their homes and provide new starters with a structured induction package to build your confidence and competence. There will be many opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. If you would like to discuss this role, informally contact the Recruiting Manager found on the top right-hand side of the advert who will be happy to discuss the role in more detail. Please note the Trust will not routinely provide sponsorship to work for this role. Employment on a time limited visa doesn't guarantee sponsorship at point of expiry.Main duties of the job The service works from 7:30am 18.300 pm, Monday to Sunday including bank holidays). Under the direction of a Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist carry out delegated duties to support the Therapy Service and implement programmes of intervention, which may include the provision of standard equipment and minor adaptations or treatment programmes. While on duty you will either be working alone or alongside colleagues to support delegated tasks in line with Trust standards and core values. Each task will have been assessed by a qualified Health care professional. Tasks may include personal care, supporting daily activities, participating in manual handling and other allocated tasks such as setting up equipment, and recording observations. Clear and timely Communication is key to your role which may be in a verbal, non-verbal or written format to support patient centred care.

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. What we offer;

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
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