Physiotherapy Assistant (Community Learning Disabilities) - Oxford

Job description

Job summary

A Physiotherapy Assistant post has become available within the Community Learning Disability Service in Oxford Health.

It is an opportunity to provide physiotherapy input in a community setting, for service users who have a learning disability.

You will be supported by a senior physiotherapist in all aspects of your role and will have opportunity for learning and development.

You will have options to work flexibly at a base in Banbury, Oxford or Abingdon or from your home.

Main duties of the job

• Carrying out routine physiotherapy interventions and basic assessments. This work will be with clients who have a range of complex disabilities and health needs.
• Recording all work completed with clients on clinical records and to share information with the supervising physiotherapist
• Carrying out informal assessments/observations and information gathering to contribute to the therapist's holistic assessment.
• Implement client specific physiotherapy recommendations and resources to other professionals and carers.
• Use IT effectively to extend physiotherapist's programmes/activities.
• Deliver physiotherapy interventions in a range of community settings, which may include day services and the patient's own home.
• Undertake manual handling manoeuvres and carry out physical activities in a range of different environments, including on the floor, in a swimming pool and working at different bed heights.
• Driving around the county in potentially busy traffic

Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be carrying out routine physiotherapy interventions and basic assessments. This work will be working with clients who have with a range of complex disabilities and health needs.

To record all work completed with clients on clinical records and to share information with the supervising physiotherapist.

To manage a prioritised and specified caseload with support from a physiotherapist.

To provide direct feedback to parents/carers, other professionals and supervising physiotherapist on sessions carried out.

To be physically able to safely undertake manual handling manoeuvres and carry out physical activities in a range of different environments, including on the floor, in a swimming pool and working at different bed heights.

Regular commuting by car across Oxfordshire to a range of different community settings.

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Job description
Job responsibilities

You will be carrying out routine physiotherapy interventions and basic assessments. This work will be working with clients who have with a range of complex disabilities and health needs.

To record all work completed with clients on clinical records and to share information with the supervising physiotherapist.

To manage a prioritised and specified caseload with support from a physiotherapist.

To provide direct feedback to parents/carers, other professionals and supervising physiotherapist on sessions carried out.

To be physically able to safely undertake manual handling manoeuvres and carry out physical activities in a range of different environments, including on the floor, in a swimming pool and working at different bed heights.

Regular commuting by car across Oxfordshire to a range of different community settings.

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in physiotherapy or similar
• Relevant NVQ III/B Tech/ A-levels

Desirable

• Working with individuals who have a learning disability or neurological condition
• Additional relevant training in learning disabilities and / or physiotherapy.
• Demonstrates the ability to reflect on practice with peers/clinical supervisor.

Skills

Essential

• Driving license and access to a car
• IT skills

Desirable

• Qualifications in IT

Communication

Desirable

• Communication skills
• High level of spoken and written English language

Person Specification
Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in physiotherapy or similar
• Relevant NVQ III/B Tech/ A-levels

Desirable

• Working with individuals who have a learning disability or neurological condition
• Additional relevant training in learning disabilities and / or physiotherapy.
• Demonstrates the ability to reflect on practice with peers/clinical supervisor.

Skills

Essential

• Driving license and access to a car
• IT skills

Desirable

• Qualifications in IT

Communication

Desirable

• Communication skills
• High level of spoken and written English language

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address

Slade House

Horspath Driftway

Headington, Oxford

OX3 7JH

United Kingdom

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