Physiotherapy Senior Support Worker

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leicester is seeking a part-time Physiotherapy Senior Support Worker. The role involves assisting in rehab classes, providing 1:1 patient care, and handling administrative tasks. Ideal candidates should possess a Level 3 qualification and experience in health or social care settings. The position requires weekend and bank holiday availability, with a focus on patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and/or social care settings.
• Experience of clerical/administrative work and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and assisting in rehab classes alongside a qualified Physiotherapist.
• Setting up and clearing down for rehab classes.
• Maintaining resus trolley stock and general tidying of department.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification

Maths and English Functional Skills Level 2

National Care Certificate

Job description

Main area Physiotherapy Grade NHS AfC: Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 28 hours per week (Weekends and bank holiday working is also a role requirement) Job ref 358-7066463-CSI

Employer University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Leicester Royal Infirmary Town Leicester Salary £24,625 - £25,674 pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 30/05/2025 23:59

Physiotherapy Senior Support Worker

NHS AfC: Band 3

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Job overview

This role is for a Band 3 Physiotherapy senior support worker 0.75 WTE (28 hours per week) based at the Adult Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Department at the Leicester Royal Infirmary.

This clinical area focuses on treating adult (age 16+) patients with MSK problems. The department offers 1:1 patient care, and a variety of group rehab classes.

The role also includes weekend and bank holiday working in either the Elective Orthopaedic wards at the Leicester General Hospital or the Trauma Orthopaedic wards at the Leicester Royal Infirmary. Weekend shifts will be granted a rostered day back during the week.

The post holder will need to be motivated, organised and able to work on their own initiative and as part of a team. They will need to have experience of working with a variety of different people.

The post holder will be expected to play an integral part to our rehab classes. They will also, when competent, be expected to hold their own caseload of patients by completing assessments and devising treatment plans for Physiotherapy interventions.

The post holder will also be a key member of our team by supporting our team and service with a number of non-clinical responsibilities.

Interviews will be undertaken face to face only.

Main duties of the job

Please see Job Description for further details but examples of main duties include (but not limited to):

Clinical:

Leading and/or assisting in rehab classes alongside a qualified Physiotherapist. Classes including (but not limited to) ankle, early/mid/advanced lower limb, early/mid/late shoulder, back, external fixation, and Achilles rupture classes.

1:1 patients. This will be based on competence assessment. Initially starting with patients highlighted to the post holder by a qualified physiotherapist to see the patient for 1:1 rehab. Once competent, the post holder can see patients on a 1:1 basis straight from referral.

Non Clinical:

Setting up, clearing down for rehab classes

Administrative tasks including (but not limited to) printing and sending discharge letters, maintaining resus trolley stock, and general tidying of department.

Personal Development:

The post holder will have an annual appraisal and1 hour monthly supervision with their line manager.
The post holder will be entitled to 3 hours CPD per month, which is planned following discussions with line manager.

Working for our organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care within the service under the direction and supervision of an appropriate Registered Health Care Professional.

To assist with basic administration duties.

Responsible for safe use of equipment relevant to service.

Ensure safe and effective use of equipment by service users, carers and familymembers, including fitting demonstration, and teaching of safe and appropriateuse.

Ensure equipment is safe.

Keep complete, clear, accurate and timely records, utilising digital platforms as required.

Communicate effectively through a variety of methods including the use of interpersonal, written and verbal and non-verbal skills.

Report any incidents, accidents or complaints in a timely manner, taking appropriate action as necessary.

Support the induction of new team members. Participate in training and supportof less experienced support staff and students (including apprentices) in respectof tasks and responsibilities within scope of practice.

Actively participate in learning opportunities to maintain knowledge and informpractice.Actively seek feedback.

Please see job description/person specification for further details on the role

Person specification

Training and Qualifications

• Educated to a level 3 qualification. Or equivalent level of knowledge and experience. Or willingness to obtain in 1 year
• Maths and English Functional Skills Level 2
• National Care Certificate

Experience

• Experience in health and/ or social care settings such as employment, work experience or volunteering placements
• Experience of clerical/administrative work and computer skills

Communication and relationship skills

• Demonstrates an understanding of the concepts of team working
• Demonstrates effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills

Planning and organisation skills

• Demonstrates effective prioritisation and organisational skills

Other

• Demonstrates an understanding of the role and responsibilities of the post
• Expresses enthusiasm and motivation for the post and desire to work in the clinical area
• Demonstrates previous experience working in the clinical area of MSK rehab e.g. classes

Additional Information

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UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavorto make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.

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