Assistant Practitioner

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role: We have the exciting opportunity to appoint a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join our enthusiastic Community Therapy Team for 37.5 hours a week, based in Ilfracombe at the Tyrrell Hospital. We are looking for a practical, proactive and passionate individual with good communication skills. We are looking for an applicant with experience of working in a care or rehabilitation setting who is eager to work in our multidisciplinary Community Therapy team. The role addresses health promotion, rehabilitation, equipment provision and urgent, unplanned work to prevent hospital admission and support discharge from the acute setting. The post holder will be an integral part of the team in terms of service delivery and development. We positively encourage joint working between members of the community therapy, and broader health & social care team. We are happy to consider

Band 3 applicants for recruitment under Band 3 salary, terms and conditions who would be keen to progress via the Trainee Assistant Practitioner programme. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30 - 16:30 Interview Date: Tuesday 2nd July 2024 For further information please contact: Claire Collins, Therapy Team Lead, on /clairecollins2@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close

vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to
our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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