Job Summary
As a therapy assistant with the Richmond Response and Rehabilitation Team (RRRT) your role involves supporting the progression of rehabilitation programmes and the achievement of therapeutic goals as prescribed by qualified therapists within the team for our clients who are experiencing a short-term deterioration in their function and/or mobility following a short illness or injury. Your involvement with the RRRT clients will be supervised by a qualified therapist who you will report back to for all your interventions whilst identifying any unmanaged risks including deterioration in presentation of health and/or function of the client in your care (you will be trained in completing the National Early Warning Score 2 as part of your induction into the team). This role also requires flexibility due to the need to re-prioritise workload management to accommodate the Urgent Care Response for which RRRT provides rapid response interventions within 2 hours of a referral being received either electronically or via phone call into the service. You will be able to motivate and progress clients with their home exercise programmes and practice of activities of daily living thus facilitating a return to their previous level of safe and independent function and mobility as far as is possible. This is a rewarding role which requires patience, ingenuity, awareness of safety and risk management, people and communication skills as well as flexibility. Main duties of the job
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Your growth and personal happiness matter to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation. To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities. We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards. Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,081 to £33,665 a year pro rata, per annum incl HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 396-NN-6865821-A&C-Z Job locations Teddington Memorial Hospital Hampton Road Teddington TW11 0JL Job Description Job responsibilities For more details, please see job description and person specification for details. Responsibilities Job description Job responsibilities For more details, please see job description and person specification for details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ in health or social care or equivalent life-skills gained through work or personal experience Maths / English GCSE or equivalent Desirable Previous experience as a Technical Instructor/Therapy Assistant Essential Experience as a senior therapy assistant or senior health care support worker or equivalent in hospital or community. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and without direct supervision. Experience of collecting/recording information on computer systems Experience of using good customer relations and effective communication skills including face to face, telephone and written. Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Therapy Excellent verbal and written communication skills Evidence of prioritisation skills and good organisational skills IT Skills - digital literacy Desirable Experience of working under pressure Supportive communication skills with people experiencing language/cognitive impairment Evidence of personal development in previous employment Previous knowledge and use of SystmOne Application Essential 2 A levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification in a subject relevant to the post GCSE English and Maths - Grade 4-9 or equivalent Relevant Level 4 qualification (Diploma level) or equivalent e.g. Foundation degree, HNC. 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 details Employer name Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address Teddington Memorial Hospital Hampton Road Teddington TW11 0JL Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/
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As a therapy assistant with the Richmond Response and Rehabilitation Team (RRRT) your role involves supporting the progression of rehabilitation programmes and the achievement of therapeutic goals as prescribed by qualified therapists within the team for our clients who are experiencing a short-term deterioration in their function and/or mobility following a short illness or injury. Your involvement with the RRRT clients will be supervised by a qualified therapist who you will report back to for all your interventions whilst identifying any unmanaged risks including deterioration in presentation of health and/or function of the client in your care (you will be trained in completing the National Early Warning Score 2 as part of your induction into the team). This role also requires flexibility due to the need to re-prioritise workload management to accommodate the Urgent Care Response for which RRRT provides rapid response interventions within 2 hours of a referral being received either electronically or via phone call into the service. You will be able to motivate and progress clients with their home exercise programmes and practice of activities of daily living thus facilitating a return to their previous level of safe and independent function and mobility as far as is possible. This is a rewarding role which requires patience, ingenuity, awareness of safety and risk management, people and communication skills as well as flexibility. Main duties of the job
For more details, please see job description and person specification for details. About Us
Your growth and personal happiness matter to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation. To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities. We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards. Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,081 to £33,665 a year pro rata, per annum incl HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 396-NN-6865821-A&C-Z Job locations Teddington Memorial Hospital Hampton Road Teddington TW11 0JL Job Description Job responsibilities For more details, please see job description and person specification for details. Responsibilities Job description Job responsibilities For more details, please see job description and person specification for details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ in health or social care or equivalent life-skills gained through work or personal experience Maths / English GCSE or equivalent Desirable Previous experience as a Technical Instructor/Therapy Assistant Essential Experience as a senior therapy assistant or senior health care support worker or equivalent in hospital or community. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and without direct supervision. Experience of collecting/recording information on computer systems Experience of using good customer relations and effective communication skills including face to face, telephone and written. Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Therapy Excellent verbal and written communication skills Evidence of prioritisation skills and good organisational skills IT Skills - digital literacy Desirable Experience of working under pressure Supportive communication skills with people experiencing language/cognitive impairment Evidence of personal development in previous employment Previous knowledge and use of SystmOne Application Essential 2 A levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification in a subject relevant to the post GCSE English and Maths - Grade 4-9 or equivalent Relevant Level 4 qualification (Diploma level) or equivalent e.g. Foundation degree, HNC. 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 details Employer name Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address Teddington Memorial Hospital Hampton Road Teddington TW11 0JL Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/
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