Senior AHP Support Worker (Physiotherapy and OT)

NHS Jobs; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior AHP Support Worker (Physiotherapy and OT) to join our inpatient rehabilitation team based at the Royal Devon & Exeter hospital site (Wonford). This full-time role is 37.5 hours per week with part-time considered, across seven days including weekends on a rota.

Working across physiotherapy and occupational therapy, you will support assessments, discharge planning and falls prevention, liaise with patients and carers, and

Job description

Senior AHP Support Worker (Physiotherapy and OT)

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please. More detail about the role This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust as part of our inpatient rehabilitation team based on main Royal Devon & Exeter hospital site (Wonford). We have a substantive, full time position (37.5 hours/week) available within this welcoming, dynamic team. (Part-time hours will also be considered). The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has a passion for pursuing perfection across all areas of its services. We are a welcoming Trust, focussed on valuing a persons differences and encouraging them to grow and flourish in their role in healthcare and is set in one of the most beautiful areas of the UK. This role involves providing a range of therapeutic interventions and treatments to patients and liaising with patients and family / carers in discharge planning and prevention of falls. The post-holder will be expected to identify and support the physical limitations of a patients disability and their functional problems to support the therapy team to deliver early routine assessments and rehabilitation. There will be a requirement to develop strong links with the multidisciplinary teams working in the acute and community settings. The caseload will be patients who are recovering following admission to the acute medical and respiratory wards and are being assessed for discharge home or to their normal place of residence. There will be a strong Occupational Therapy focus within the role and an expectation to support both professions on a daily basis. Members of the team will be expected to work across all areas or the Physiotherapy service as required and be available for the shifts across 7 days including weekends and bank holidays. The role comes with the added benefit of being in a modern city with a wide range of leisure activities and entertainment facilities. Based within the heart of beautiful Devon and just off the M5, Exeter has a lot to offer, with a stunning coastline and picturesque moors within throwing distance of the city. Working Pattern: Mon-Fri 08:15-16:30 with weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis. Interview Date: To Be Confirmed For further information please contact: Dan Reeves - Clinical Lead Physiotherapist. [e-mail]. 07557 489916 As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.