Therapy Practitioner

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider is seeking a Therapy Practitioner to deliver care and rehabilitation for neurological patients in their homes. This position involves working independently and as part of a team, providing therapy interventions and managing a caseload. A driver’s license is required due to geographical areas served. Flexible work arrangements are available, promoting a positive work-life balance and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Excellent training and development

Cost-effective workplace nurseries

Compassionate leadership support

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license required due to geographic coverage.
• Experience in a community healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-standard care alongside other therapy practitioners.
• Manage your caseload effectively and prioritize work.
• Build rapport with patients and their families.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Patient care

Job description

Job Opportunity: Therapy Practitioner

We have an exciting opportunity for Therapy Practitioners to join us in improving neurological patients' care and rehabilitation in their own homes. The Community Neurological Rehabilitation Teams, covering the South and West areas of West Sussex, are based in Worthing and Chichester. You will work alongside other rehabilitation technicians, either independently or as part of a team, to provide support and therapy interventions under the guidance of registered staff to individuals who have had a stroke or have a progressive neurological condition.

This role involves working with people with complex health and emotional needs, often following life-changing events impacting their families and carers. The primary focus will be assisting physiotherapists and occupational therapists, with opportunities to support other therapists in a multidisciplinary approach.

The role is interesting, challenging, and rewarding. The position is for 37.5 hours per week in the Worthing team and 30 hours per week in the Chichester team. Part-time and flexible working patterns are considered. A full UK driving license is required due to the geographic coverage of the teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. You will provide high-standard care alongside other therapy practitioners, working as part of a team or independently, under the guidance of registered staff, providing therapy interventions and feedback on clients' progress.
2. You will be responsible for managing your caseload effectively, organizing your work to prioritize and utilize your time efficiently.
3. You will work in community settings, including patients' homes, building professional rapport with patients and their families, respecting their views, autonomy, and culture, and involving them in their care.
4. You will review and reflect on your practice, maintain and develop your competencies through CPD, clinical supervision, and annual appraisals, seeking guidance from senior colleagues as needed.

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. Our services help adults and children manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our trust's vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services, including:

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and well-being
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussex
• Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualized hours, and flexi-retirement
• Excellent training, development, and research opportunities
• Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton
• Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks
• Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust
• Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do.