Paediatric Physiotherapy Assistant

NHS; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Paediatric Physiotherapy Assistant to support the physiotherapy team. This role involves working with children aged birth to 25 years and requires skills in communication and the ability to organise one's workload. Qualifications include GCSE and NVQ qualifications. The successful candidate will be responsible for helping with assessments and liaising with families. A driving license and access to a vehicle are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C (min) or equivalent in literacy and numeracy.
• NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in relevant subject.
• Evidence of, or willingness to undertake training relevant to the post.

Responsibilities

• Support the Paediatric Physiotherapy Team with various tasks.
• Help with discharge planning and equipment ordering.
• Recognise changes in needs of children and provide feedback.

Skills

Basic IT skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work with children

Ability to organise own workload

Education

GCSE grade C or equivalent in literacy and numeracy

NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in relevant subject

Willingness to work towards NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Paediatric Physiotherapy Assistant

The closing date is 27 January 202ériques3

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn.

The Paediatric Physiotherapy Service is looking to recruit a Band 3 Paediatric Physiotherapy Assistant within the Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent area. You will be covering the whole county so access to your own vehicle is necessary for the role.

In the role you will support the Paediatric Physiotherapy Team by undertaking tasks in the implementation of care packages and provide feedback. You will be working under the direction of, but at times without direct supervision from a registered practitioner. This will be with children '../../ Sop. families from birth to 25 years maka diverse presentations and complex physical and psychosocial conditions.

If you have experience in working with children and young adults and a willingness to undertake any relevant training, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

• To undertake specific skilled paediatric physiotherapy support work with children and families (aged birth to 25 years) with diverse presentations and complex physical conditions, ensuring the most efficient use of skills, time and resources.
• To support the physiotherapists in their role in discharge planning, carrying out environmental visits, ordering equipment, liaising with family and other agencies as required.
• To apply skills, knowledge and competencies to recognise any change in the needs of the Child or Young person (CYP) and feedback to the registered practitioner.
• To work without direct supervision but under the direction of qualified staff, undertaking tasks delegated by a qualified therapist, and taking responsibility for lone working.
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• To manage and prioritise a delegated/shared caseload.
• To establish and maintain effective working relationships and good communication both within the Trust and with external partners e.g. education. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of the CYP and their families/carers offering reassurance and empathy.
• To work with individuals and carers who may find it difficult to engage with the service resulting in uncooperative or challenging behaviour that has to be managed.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non sifat consequential roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a teamственными aligns the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Job responsibilities

For full details of the role, please see the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C (min) or equivalent in literacy and numeracy
• NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in Rocountered subject
• Evidence of, or willingness to undertake training relevant to the post
• Willingness to work towards NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Basic IT skills & good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work with children
• Ability to organise own workloadulah commission to undertake a physically demanding role

UK Driving Licence & Access to a vehicle

• UK Driving Licence & access to a vehicle

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 name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust