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Service: Rehab

Advanced Physiotherapist – Development Post (INTERNAL ONLY)

Job Title

Advanced Physiotherapist – Development Post (INTERNAL ONLY)

Job Details

  • Location: Cross-site – Little Hulton and Heald Green
  • Department: Rehab Team
  • Date posted: 15th August 2024
  • Closing date: 30th August 2024
  • Interview date: TBC

Salary

Band 6 (£38,241- £43,897, per annum, pro rata) for first year in post. Hospice Band 7 (£45,808 – £51,558, per annum, pro rata.) after one year and successful completion of agreed competencies.

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm, 37.5 hours

Contract

Permanent

Contact

Frances Brown

Email: fbrown@sah.org.uk

Tel: 0161 498 3659

Job Summary

An exciting internal physiotherapist development opportunity has arisen in the Rehabilitation Team as part of succession planning and development of the workforce within Clinical Services.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

Band 6

  • The physiotherapist will be a key member of the multidisciplinary team; they will be a role model for clinical staff, demonstrating a professional and proactive approach to providing rehabilitative advice and support to patients with life limiting illnesses.
  • The physiotherapist will work with rehabilitation team colleagues to deliver a physiotherapy service at the Little Hulton Site. They will need to be able to prioritise and work efficiently to ensure the complex needs of in patients and outpatients are met in a timely manner.
  • The physiotherapist will actively participate in developing cross site physiotherapy services at the hospice.
  • The physiotherapist will be aware of and deliver services in line with best practice guidelines and the requirements of the care quality commission in order to ensure the aims and objectives of the organisation are met.

Band 7

  • The post holder will be responsible for contributing to the effective delivery of physiotherapy services to inpatients and outpatients at the hospice.
  • The postholder will carry out clinical duties in accordance with hospice policies, procedures and standards.
  • The post holder must act in accordance with professional Codes of Conduct at all times and will contribute and work collaboratively with the wider MDT in line with the clinical and hospice strategy, values and business objectives.
  • The post holder will deliver specialist clinical services as a Physiotherapist.
  • St Ann’s delivers a service across two sites and the post holder will complete physiotherapy interventions at both sites. There will therefore be occasions where you are required to travel and provide cross-site cover.

The Person

Have you got what it takes?

  • Are you an experienced band 6 Physiotherapist working in Palliative Care and keen to develop your skills further to become an advanced practitioner?
  • Can you demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member, managing competing priorities?
  • You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague.
  • Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motivated by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

Please see attached competency framework documents required to be achieved for progression to Advanced Physiotherapist after one year.

Key Benefits

  • 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
  • Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rate for part-time)
  • Heath cash plan
  • Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
  • Life cover
  • Free parking
  • Employee Assistance Programme

Application

If this role sounds like you and you want to make a real difference for a much loved charity, please click here.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice.

Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

Closing Date: 30/08/2024

Interview Date: TBC

 

Advanced Physiotherapist – Development Post (INTERNAL ONLY)

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Complementary Therapist

Location

Cross Site – Heald Green and Little Hulton

Salary

Hospice Band 5, £29,640-£35,619.

Competency Frameworks are used to determine pay levels on appointment to a post and also pay progression whilst in post. Individual competencies within the Competency Frameworks are aligned to qualifications, knowledge and skills.

Hours

24 hours per week, worked over four days (between Monday and Friday)

Introduction

At St Ann’s we are proud of our heritage of providing excellent care to those living with or affected by life limiting illnesses, we are looking forward to continue that care and sustaining St Ann’s for future generations.

Our patients lie at the heart of everything we do and we need talented and committed people to provide their care and to ensure St Ann’s is fit for the future.

“It feels like a privilege to add value and quality to life when someone’s days are short in the palliative phase of their illness.”

Bobby Magee, Advanced Physiotherapist

The Role

As a Complementary Therapist, you will:

  • Assess and Advise: Evaluate patients with complex needs, provide expert advice and develop personalised therapy plans.
  • Tailor Treatments: Adapt therapies to meet individual patient needs
  • Collaborate: Work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to ensure patients’ needs are met.
  • Manage Referrals: Oversee the referral process to the complementary therapy service, ensuring appropriate allocation in conjunction with colleagues.
  • Handle Caseloads: Manage the complementary therapy caseload with colleagues, ensuring timely patient reviews and treatments.
  • Train and Educate: Organise, deliver, and evaluate training related to complementary therapy at the hospice to internal and external colleagues.
  • Supervise Volunteers: Provide support and supervision to volunteer therapists, ensuring safe and effective patient care.

The Person

  • Are you a qualified therapist passionate about delivering holistic care? We are looking for a skilled Complementary Therapist to join our dedicated team and enhance the well-being of our patients and carers/families.
  • Can you demonstrate the ability to use various strategies to provide skilled, compassionate, individualised therapies to patients and their carers/families?
  • Are you able to demonstrate the importance of complementary therapy in palliative care?
  • As our ideal candidate, you will be qualified to safely and competently deliver complementary therapies including Reflexology, Indian Head Massage/Massage, and Aromatherapy. You should hold recognised certifications from relevant bodies such as the Aromatherapy Regulation Working Group (e.g., IFPA, ITEC), The Reflexology Forum (e.g., AOR, BRA), and The British Association of Massage Therapy, as well as Reiki 1st and 2nd degrees. If you are not already certified in Reiki Level 2, you must be willing to achieve this within your first year of employment.
  • The role demands the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, effectively managing time and cross-site caseloads.
  • You will need to be able to independently travel between our two hospice sites.
  • If this sounds like you, apply today to bring your expertise in complementary therapies to a compassionate and supportive environment.

Key Benefits

  • 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
  • Free parking
  • Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution. Ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contributions into the scheme in the previous 12 months).
  • Life cover (Scottish Widows Pension scheme)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rate for part-time)
  • Heath cash plan
  • Discounted lunches on site
  • Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
  • Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
  • IIP accredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

Call to action – How to Apply

Please click here to apply via NHS Jobs.

Please contact Fran Brown, Rehab Team Leader & Macmillan Advanced Specialist Occupational Therapist for an informal chat on 0161 498 3659.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice.

Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Closing date:

2nd August 2024

Interview date:

13th August 2024

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Bank Specialist Occupational Therapist

Have you got what it takes?

  • Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist with interest or skills in Palliative Care?
  • Can you demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member, managing competing priorities?
  • You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
  • Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motivated by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

“It feels very powerful to enable a person to achieve an important goal, particularly when they have a life-limiting illness.”

Fran Brown, Rehab Team Leader and Macmillan Advanced Occupational Therapist

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Contract: We are pleased to be able to offer this post as a Bank position.

Salary: Band 6 Bank £19.04 per hour

Working pattern: Ad hoc to cover service needs between 08.00 and 17.00 Monday to Friday.

Based at: Cross-site (Heald Green & Little Hulton) cover as needed.

Free Car Parking at both St Ann’s Sites.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Fran Brown, Rehab Team Lead or Bobby Magee, Lead Physiotherapist on 0161 498 3659 for an informal chat.

How to Apply: to apply for this position, please click here.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice.

Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2018, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Closing Date: January 29, 2024

Interview Date: February 5, 2024 

Bank Specialist Occupational Therapist

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Bank Specialist Physiotherapist

Have you got what it takes?

  • Are you an experienced Physiotherapist with interest or skills in Palliative Care?
  • Can you demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member, managing competing priorities?
  • You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
  • Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motivated by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

 

It feels like a privilege to add value and quality to life when someone’s days are short in the palliative phase of their illness.

Bobby Magee, Advanced Physiotherapist

 

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Contract: Bank

Salary: Band 6 Bank £19.04 per hour

Working pattern: Ad hoc to cover service needs between 08.00 and 17.00 Monday to Friday.

Based at: Heald Green with some cross-site cover to Little Hulton as needed.

Free Car Parking at both St Anns Sites.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Fran Brown, Rehab Team Lead or Bobby Magee, Lead Physiotherapist on 0161 498 3659 for an informal chat.

How to Apply: to apply for this position, please click here.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Closing Date: 29th January 2024

Interview Date: 5th February 2024

Bank Specialist Physiotherapist

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Bank Specialist Physiotherapist

Have you got what it takes?

  • Are you an experienced Physiotherapist with interest or skills in Palliative Care?
  • Can you demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member, managing competing priorities?
  • You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
  • Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motivated by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

 

‘’it’s like a family at the hospice, and everyone really gets stuck in to support each other, whatever challenge is thrown at them.’’

Emma Dixon, Director of Clinical Services  

 

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Contract: Bank

Salary: Band 6 Bank £19.04 per hour

Working pattern: Ad hoc to cover service needs between 08.00 and 17.00 Monday to Friday.

Based at: Heald Green with some cross-site cover to Little Hulton as needed.

Free Car Parking at both St Anns Sites.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Fran Brown, Rehab Team Lead or Bobby Magee, Lead Physiotherapist on 0161 498 3659 for an informal chat.

How to Apply: to apply for this position, please click here.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Closing Date: 8th December 2023

Interview Date: 20th December 2023

Bank Specialist Physiotherapist

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Trainee Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner (Apprenticeship)

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

 

”Im really proud to be part of Team St Anns, Im always inspired by how everyone really does go the extra mile to support each other and their patients and their loves ones.”

Emma Dixon, Head of Clinical Services

 

Have you got what it takes?

  • Do you have an interest or experience of working in Palliative Care? Are you motivated to progress to a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner role in the Rehabilitation team?
  • Can you demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member, managing competing priorities with in and outpatients in a variety of settings?
  • You must be passionate about our patients a collaborative colleague and strong communicator.
  • Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s

This opportunity is part of an Apprenticeship scheme and the postholder will undertake the Health & Social Care Assistant Practitioner (Health) Higher Apprenticeship, Level 4 during the first 2 years in post. On successful completion of this, they will be appointed to the Band 4, Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner position.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals.

Contract: Fixed Term to Permanent (2-year fixed term apprenticeship, permanent Outpatient AssistantPractitioner on successful completion of apprenticeship)

Salary: Hospice Band 3 (£22,893 – £24,397) for the duration of the training. Hospice Band 4 on successful completion of the training programme. Competency Based Framework.

Working pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday. (20% off site study)

Based at: Cross Site, Heald Green and Little Hulton

Free Car Parking at both St Anns Sites.

If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for this position, please click here

Please contact Fran Brown-Rehab Team leader or Bobby Magee Lead Physiotherapist for an informal chat on 0161 498 3659.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Closing Date: 29th November 2023

Interview Date: 5th December 2023

Trainee Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner (Apprenticeship)

Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Have you got what it takes?

  • Are you an Assistant Practitioner with interest or skills in Palliative Care?
  • Can you demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member, managing competing priorities?
  • You must be passionate about our patients and a collaborative colleague
  • Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

 

“I’m really proud to be part of Team St Ann’s, I’m always inspired by how everyone really does go the extra mile to support each other and their patients and their loves ones”

Emma Dixon, Head of Clinical Services

 

Contract: We are pleased to be able to offer this post as a full time permanent position.

Salary: St Ann’s Band 4 (£25,767 -£27,956) pro rata, per annum. Competency Based Framework.

Working pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday  (part time considered).

Based at: Cross Site working, based at Heald Green

Free Car Parking at both St Ann’s Sites.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Fran Brown, Rehab Team Leader on 0161 498 3659 for an informal chat

How to apply: To apply please click here

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Closing date: July 31, 2023

Interview date: August 9, 2023

Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner