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AHP Senior Support Worker
The closing date is 02 March 2026
Permanent | Part Time | Proposed interview date Monday 23rd March 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our established orthopaedic, burns, plastics, and limb reconstruction therapy team at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
You should be a compassionate, accountable individual who treats all colleagues, patients and service users with respect and seeks to deliver excellence in their role. You should share the Trust values and be committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
You will be a key member of the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy teams, who provide care to children in both an in and outpatient setting.
The BOPP’s team are a large experienced, friendly, supportive, compassionate, and forward‑thinking team, and you will gain a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experience through working with them and with a diverse patient group.
About You
* Level 3 qualification such as 3 A-Levels, Health and Science TLevel Or Knowledge and experience in health and science acquired through job specific training and experience equivalent to level3
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Nurse for Team Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:
* You will be responsible for carrying out direct patient contact under the supervision of a qualified professional, maintaining and ordering a range of equipment, maintaining patient databases, and working in a range of inpatient, outpatient, and clinic settings in a rapidly changing environment. You will be flexible, organised and have great interpersonal skills.
* Under the direction of a registered AHP, you will be responsible for using play, positioning and physical activity to deliver routine, straightforward rehabilitation programs. This is to improve function and participation in family and community life and, to reduce the impact of disability or illness.
* You will support patient care by performing routine tasks under the supervision of registered allied health professionals (AHP). This includes managing your own caseload, implementing and monitoring treatment plans, and providing direct patient care within established guidelines.
* Responsibilities also include maintaining clinical areas, managing supplies, and ensuring accurate patient documentation.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England – and the top‑ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire – in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values – Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts – helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
* Level 3 qualification such as 3 A-Levels, Health and Science T-Level Or Knowledge and experience in health and science acquired through job specific training and experience equivalent to level 3.
Experience
* Experience in health and/or social care settings, such as employment, work experience, volunteering or placement(s)
* Experience of using Microsoft Office applications
* Understanding of treatment plans and how to safely assist people
Knowledge and Skills
* Knowledge of how different health conditions affect physical and mental health.
* Understanding of systems of the human body, movement and common health conditions.
* Ability to motivate and engage with patients particularly where there are barriers to understanding.
* Ability to empathise and understand to respond to patients needs and emotions.
* Ability to work well within a team, contributing to team meetings and care plan development.
* Well organised with the ability to respond quickly to changing situations.
* Ability to maintain documentation and collect data for audit or service development.
Personal Attributes
* Flexibility to handle various tasks and adapt to changing situations within the clinical environment.
* Attention to detail when monitoring patient conditions and changes, as well as meticulousness in infection control.
* Ability to identify areas for improvement and propose solutions.
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.
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
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Sheffield Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part‑time
Reference number
425-25-7596053FB
Job locations
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