Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a twice-weekly exercise and education programme for 6-weeks that is delivered in community sites across Hampshire, covering from Portsmouth to Basingstoke. The programme is designed for people with COPD, Bronchiectasis and Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILDs) who experience symptoms of breathlessness to better understand their condition/s and symptoms to support effective self-management. The purpose of this service provision is to promote and embed Pulmonary Rehabilitation as an essential component in the management of patients with chronic respiratory disease and integrate with other health care services. The service forms part of our Community Respiratory Service, with exposure to multi-disciplinary team members working with Respiratory Virtual Ward, Long Term Respiratory Management and Home Oxygen Service. Main duties of the job
To assist physiotherapists in direct patient care, specifically in the completion of allocated Pulmonary Rehabilitation exercise and education treatment programmes. Work as part of a multi-professional team, in close collaboration with other relevant services/agencies. Undertake routine admin tasks to support the running of the team as requested e.g. taking and making phone calls, emails and those related to our class management. Participate in and maintain own clinical professional development (CPD) by participating in and keeping up to date with the training provided. About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust's community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone -- if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team -- detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. Person Specification
Qualifications
NVQ II qualification in health or exercise related field Experience
Demonstrate strategies for organising own workload Demonstrate and provide evidence of skill development and provide examples of good practice where key skills have been applied Ability to act on own initiative and take responsibility for own actions Able to use strategies to deal with difficult situations and appropriately seek support and advice when required Shows flexibility and ability to work within a changing environment Good verbal and written skills Understanding of health & safety responsibilities Understanding of Data Protection Experience working with older people within a healthcare setting Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team in either a hospital or community setting Knowledge of SystmOne or other clinical database Understanding of clinical governance requirements Additional Criteria
Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion and how they apply to staff and patients in a healthcare setting. Able to demonstrate personal commitment to challenging discrimination and promoting equalities, at an appropriate level for the post Is able to work legally in the UK Is able to work with children and vulnerable adults Ability to travel daily for groups/meetings across a range of sites in Southampton/Portsmouth/Hampshire Full and valid driving licence which enables you to drive in the UK, and access to a safe and working car 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 name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address
St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth) £23,615 to £23,615 a year based on full time hours Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Reference number
449-ADP-7147 Job locations
St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth)
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Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a twice-weekly exercise and education programme for 6-weeks that is delivered in community sites across Hampshire, covering from Portsmouth to Basingstoke. The programme is designed for people with COPD, Bronchiectasis and Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILDs) who experience symptoms of breathlessness to better understand their condition/s and symptoms to support effective self-management. The purpose of this service provision is to promote and embed Pulmonary Rehabilitation as an essential component in the management of patients with chronic respiratory disease and integrate with other health care services. The service forms part of our Community Respiratory Service, with exposure to multi-disciplinary team members working with Respiratory Virtual Ward, Long Term Respiratory Management and Home Oxygen Service. Main duties of the job
To assist physiotherapists in direct patient care, specifically in the completion of allocated Pulmonary Rehabilitation exercise and education treatment programmes. Work as part of a multi-professional team, in close collaboration with other relevant services/agencies. Undertake routine admin tasks to support the running of the team as requested e.g. taking and making phone calls, emails and those related to our class management. Participate in and maintain own clinical professional development (CPD) by participating in and keeping up to date with the training provided. About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust's community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone -- if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team -- detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. Person Specification
Qualifications
NVQ II qualification in health or exercise related field Experience
Demonstrate strategies for organising own workload Demonstrate and provide evidence of skill development and provide examples of good practice where key skills have been applied Ability to act on own initiative and take responsibility for own actions Able to use strategies to deal with difficult situations and appropriately seek support and advice when required Shows flexibility and ability to work within a changing environment Good verbal and written skills Understanding of health & safety responsibilities Understanding of Data Protection Experience working with older people within a healthcare setting Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team in either a hospital or community setting Knowledge of SystmOne or other clinical database Understanding of clinical governance requirements Additional Criteria
Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion and how they apply to staff and patients in a healthcare setting. Able to demonstrate personal commitment to challenging discrimination and promoting equalities, at an appropriate level for the post Is able to work legally in the UK Is able to work with children and vulnerable adults Ability to travel daily for groups/meetings across a range of sites in Southampton/Portsmouth/Hampshire Full and valid driving licence which enables you to drive in the UK, and access to a safe and working car 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 name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address
St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth) £23,615 to £23,615 a year based on full time hours Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Reference number
449-ADP-7147 Job locations
St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth)
#J-18808-Ljbffr
