Therapy Assistant

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Therapy Assistant, to join our Bromsgrove Neighbourhood Teams.

The role involves delivering both planned and urgent therapy support to our local adult population. You will be expected to contribute to high quality patient care, working closely with our Occupational Therapists as well as the wider Community Nursing team. Successful applicants will be professional and ambitious and willing to develop their skills to be able to be a responsive practitioner.

We visit patients in their homes and provide new starters with a structured induction package to build your confidence and competence. There will be many opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

If you would like to discuss this role, informally contact the Recruiting Manager found on the top right-hand side of the advert who will be happy to discuss the role in more detail.

Main duties of the job

The service works from 7:30am 18.300 pm, Monday to Sunday including bank holidays)

Under the direction of a Occupational Therapist carry out delegated duties to support the Therapy Service and implement programmes of intervention, which may include the provision of standard equipment and minor adaptations or treatment programmes.

While on duty you will either be working alone or alongside colleagues to support delegated tasks in line with Trust standards and core values. Each task will have been assessed by a qualified Health care professional. Tasks may include personal care, supporting daily activities, participating in manual handling and other allocated tasks such as setting up equipment, and recording observations. Clear and timely Communication is key to your role which may be in a verbal, non-verbal or written format to support patient centred care.

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

What we offer

27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service

Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours

Flexible and agile working opportunities

Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support

Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)

Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes

Health and wellbeing opportunities