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Job summary

Main area
Neurological Rehabilitation
Grade
Band 3
Contract
Permanent: Core hours are Monday to Friday 8-4, with contribution to out of hours rosters.
Hours
  • Part time
  • Flexible working
22.5 hours per week
Job ref
164-7208757
Employer
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Nottingham City Hospital
Town
Nottingham
Salary
£24,071 - £25,674 per annum, pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
04/06/2025 23:59

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Therapy Support Worker - Neuro Rehab Out Patients

Band 3

Job overview

Our Neuro Rehab Out Patient Team is looking for a part time (22.5 hours/week) Band 3 therapy support worker.  You will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on many people’s lives through being part of their rehabilitation journey. You will support the multidisciplinary team in delivering personalised and goal centred out-patient rehabilitation programmes aimed at maximising recovery and quality of life.  

 An enthusiasm to work in neurological rehabilitation is essential.  The successful candidate will have excellent time management skills, self-motivation and flexibility to meet the changing demands of the service.  

We are looking for someone who has previous experience of working in a rehabilitation or care setting, who is enthusiastic and compassionate.  

Main duties of the job

In addition to the points below, please familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.  

The successful candidate will have a passion for delivering patient centred care and a desire to support patients in maximising their independence.

The therapy support worker will implement rehabilitation plans designed for each patient according to their needs.   You will work alongside occupational therapists, physiotherapists and the speech and language therapist in the delivery of rehabilitation for patients.  The team also comprises case managers and cognitive behavioural therapists.  You will work with patients independently as well as alongside registered therapists in joint treatment sessions.  You will work in the out-patient clinic, and also see patients in their own home or in the community depending on the goal and nature of the intervention.

The successful applicant will receive a comprehensive induction and regular supervision within a supportive and caring team, as well as being supported to learn and continuously develop through in-service training. You will actively participate in service improvement, training, supervision and  appraisal to develop your skills and maximise your potential. 

 

 

Working for our organisation

Therapies and Rehabilitation Services is one of the pathways within the Clinical Support Division at NUH. We are a diverse pathway of AHPs and support staff, employing over 600 staff who work together to deliver the high-quality care we aspire to.


Our HCPC registered AHP professionals comprise of physiotherapists, dietitians, occupational therapists, orthotists, prosthetists and speech and language therapists, and our other staff encompass professionals such as nurses, psychologists, administrative and clerical and support workers.
We have a Chief AHP to lead us on our strategic direction, and many of the pathway leadership team have pathway AHP backgrounds to support our staff. There are also Practice Development Therapists to support career development for all.


We’ve made a clear commitment to our patients and staff that We Listen, We Care. We will do all we can to ensure our patients get the best possible care we can give them.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.  

Person specification

Physical Skills

Essential criteria
  • Physical ability to undertake manual and therapeutic handling of patients and/or equipment on a daily basis in a variety of environments
  • Basic computer skills
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of manual handling
  • Experience of NHS computer systems

Organising & Analysing

Essential criteria
  • Awareness of professional behaviour and confidentiality
  • Ability to work flexibly as part of a team
  • Problem solving skills
  • Evidence of organisation and prioritisation skills
Desirable criteria
  • Able to identify own learning needs

Communication Skills

Essential criteria
  • Effective written, verbal and listening communications skills.
  • Can work independently or under direction of a variety of supervisors
  • Able to overcome barriers to communication

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Previous experience as a therapy or rehab assistant
  • Ability to effectively manage own case/work load, with support.
  • Experience of keeping written notes/records to record work undertaken
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of working with patients with neurological conditions/complex rehab needs
  • Understanding of MDT roles
  • Experience of facilitating group sessions

Training and Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • GCSE (A-C) English and Maths or equivalent
  • Willingness to undertake further training and learn new skills
  • Working towards or achieved NVQ level 3 or equivalent in health related subject.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Dawn Stephenson
Job title
Advanced Practitioner Occupational Therapist
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0115 993 6630
Additional information

We welcome enquiries about this role.  Please do contact us to discuss any questions you may have.  The team are available Monday - Friday 8am-4pm  and look forward to speaking to you.  

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