Exercise and Physical Activity Therapist

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider seeks an Exercise and Physical Activity Therapist to enhance the physical activity of children with haematological or oncological conditions. This role, funded for 18 months, involves developing practical exercise sessions, managing patient caseloads, and advocating for physical activity. The ideal candidate holds a relevant BSc and has a passion for improving young people's well-being. Flexible working arrangements are encouraged, with a supportive team environment focused on compassion and excellence.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Commitment to inclusion and diversity

Qualifications

• Experience in prehabilitation and rehabilitation is essential.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver exercise sessions for children and young people.
• Ability to document outcomes and engage in service evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain physical activity services for children and young people.
• Manage a case load of patients for exercise and physical activity therapy.
• Promote physical activity and advocate for change.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Exercise therapy

Patient relationship management

Education

BSc in Physiology/Exercise and Sports Science/Sport and Exercise Therapy

Job description

Flexible working arrangements may be considered and discussions with the recruiting manager regarding this are encouraged.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Exercise and Physical Activity Therapist to join our team. This is an innovative post supported by Birmingham Children's Hospital Charity and has funding for 18 months, with the aim to make it a substantive post. The successful candidate will take the lead in establishing and maintaining the service that seeks to improve the physical activity, exercise tolerance and engagement of children & young people with a haematological or oncological diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• The post holder will make meaningful relationships with children and families who require compassion and expert advice throughout their journey, ensuring we show our Trust values to every patient – Ambitious, Brave, Compassionate.
• The post holder will support the development and implementation of a working model that seeks to improve the physical activity, exercise tolerance and engagement of children & young people (C&YP) with a haematological or oncological diagnosis under the care of Birmingham Children's Hospital.
• The post holder will manage an independent case load of patients referred directly for exercise and physical activity therapy.
• The post holder will develop and deliver practical exercise sessions for inpatients and outpatients with single or groups of C&YP, face to face or virtually.
• The post holder will implement initiatives to promote physical activity and be an advocate for change.
• The post holder will help to record activity, outcomes and changes through service evaluation and audit.

Qualifications

The post holder will have a BSc in Physiology/Exercise and Sports Science/Sport and Exercise Therapy or equivalent.

Visa & Immigration

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Statement

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, 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. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Are you passionate and have experience in prehabilitation/rehabilitation?

Our Trust

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.

Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas. We are one of the largest Principal Treatment Centres for Paediatric Cancer in the country. We are one of two national centres for treating Retinoblastoma and have one of the largest Paediatric Stem Cell Transplant Units in the country. The Haematology and Oncology Service is housed within our bespoke state-of-the-art building, Waterfall House and our services are delivered over two floors and include an outpatient department and inpatient wards.

Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.