We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.If you are successful at interview for this post, you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore, we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are shortlisted for this post, you will be contacted via the email account you used to apply for this post; therefore, please check your account regularly.Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment-related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working.Please be advised that there is a temporary top-up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top-up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour - £24,638 per annum. This temporary top-up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2025/26 is confirmed.Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process.Job OverviewAn opportunity has arisen for a part-time Band 3 Physiotherapy Support Worker to join our inpatient physiotherapy team at Ysbyty Aneurin Bevan in Ebbw Vale. We are seeking a strong team player with excellent communication skills, displaying the ability to effectively manage time and priorities.You will be based on the general rehabilitation wards and will work closely with the team of physiotherapists providing rehabilitation for patients during their inpatient stay, optimising their functional recovery and facilitating safe discharges into the community.Main duties of the jobThe post is predominantly clinical. Under the delegation of Physiotherapists, you will support patients' rehabilitation journey. There is an opportunity to hold your own delegated caseload of patients' exercise plans.There will be an element of non-clinical duties attached to your role. This will include supporting with audits, basic administration and housekeeping duties, stock taking, and using computer-based systems (i.e., ordering of walking aids).The Physiotherapy Service encourages staff development; you will be supported to complete the Agored Level 3 Diploma In Physiotherapy Support, which will enable you to manage your own designated caseload, delivering interventions under the supervision of a Physiotherapist. We have a structured personal appraisal system in place with annual reviews underpinned by the Knowledge and Skills Framework.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.Working for our organisationAneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work-life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high-quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.Other RequirementsEssential criteriaThe physical ability to perform and cope with all aspects of manual handling as demanded by the job role.Professional appearance.Commitment to participating in and completing the ABUHB Physiotherapy Support Worker Training and Education Framework.Commitment to lifelong learning and portfolio keeping.The ability to move between sites within the university health board or patients' residences as demanded by the job role.Desirable criteriaThe ability to speak Welsh.Skills & KnowledgeEssential criteriaGood communication skills both verbal and written when interacting with members of the team, other professionals, clients, and their families.The ability to work unsupervised, taking responsibility for a delegated workload.Problem solver.Good organisational skills.The ability to work effectively in a team environment.The ability to adapt to changes in work routine.Evidence of initiative.Good time management.Desirable criteriaWorking knowledge of specialised equipment appropriate to working area.The ability to organise and participate in local in-service training sessions.IT literate.ExperienceEssential criteriaPrevious experience in a health and/or social care environment or hold an appropriate qualification.2 years specific experience as a physiotherapy assistant or other relevant support worker role.Desirable criteriaExperience of working with groups of patients.Experience of audit.Experience of reflective practice in patient care.Education/Qualification/TrainingEssential criteriaGood command of English Language and Basic Maths.Relevant level of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) Physiotherapy Support Worker Training and Education Framework Completed.Desirable criteriaGCSE or equivalent in Maths and English.First Aid Certificate.Appropriate Courses.Appropriate NVQ or other relevant qualification.
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