Job overview
Two exciting opportunities have arisen for a creative, dynamic Band 3 RSW, with a passion for providing patient-centred care and rehabilitation, to join our teams.
The permanent role sits within the Stroke pathway and may involve either the inpatient or the community setting. This post is available full time (37.5hrs/wk) and may include working approximately 1 in 4 weekends.
You will be part of a large, friendly, highly successful multidisciplinary team, based at the Royal London Hospital (RLH), delivering rehabilitation to patients on the stroke unit or for those discharged to the Tower Hamlets Community Stroke Team (CST).
The second role (fixed term for 12 months) will give you the opportunity to work as part of the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) primarily across Neuro & Trauma (Major Trauma, Orthopaedics and Plastics), in addition to the Neurosurgical/Neurology wards, and our Rapid Access to Acute Rehab (RAAR) service to provide seamless integrated care in line with our WeCare values and behaviours. The role is available full time (37.5hrs/wk) and will include regular weekend working (approximately 1 in 6). Please specify in your supporting statement which role you are applying for (or both).
You will be responsible for assisting Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists and nursing staff in assessing and providing evidence-based intervention for patients in our different services. This includes supporting patients with their optimal rehabilitation and discharge management plans, including assisting with their activities of daily living towards functional goals.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, plenty of initiative and enthusiasm, be confident using technology and have the ability to work as a part of the wider MDT.
We offer a supportive and engaging environment to develop and grow our rehab support workers, through regular supervision, education, and training. You will have the opportunity to participate in quality improvement and audit projects.
PLEASE NOTE:
Candidates shortlisted for interview must present in person.
Main duties of the job
·The post holder will be primarily expected to assist in the assessment and treatment of patients across Major Trauma, Orthopaedics and Plastic wards. In addition to possibly working over the Neurosurgical wards as needed. As part of this post, there is an expectation to complete weekends (approximately one in 6), which will be on the Rapid Access to Acute Rehab (RAAR) service. This will involve patients who may have varying complex physical and cognitive presentations.
·To carry out delegated patient treatments, interventions, and functional assessments, either individually, with a therapist or in groups.
·To assist with delivering aspects of daily care such as washing, dressing, feeding, toileting, getting in and out of bed.
·To complete delegated administrative and organizational tasks that support the daily needs of the therapy service such as equipment stock taking.
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
*PLEASE NOTE – WE ARE UNABLE TO PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE*
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Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
1. •Experience of working as part of a health or other multi-disciplinary team
Desirable criteria
2. •Experience of working in a healthcare/rehabilitation role
3. •Experience of working in neurological or trauma rehabilitation
4. •Experience with group exercise classes or teaching exercises in either a 1:1 or group setting.
5. •Have experience in identifying areas of improvement within a service.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
6. •NVQ 2 or GCSE’s/equivalent in English, Maths, and Science
Desirable criteria
7. •NVQ 3 or equivalent skills acquired through healthcare experience
**Visa Sponsorship Information**
Recent changes to UK immigration policy on the Health and Care Visa and Skilled Worker Visa could mean that this role is not eligible for sponsorship or that you may not meet the eligibility criteria.
Sponsorship can only be offered if this post and any individual offered employment meet all the Home Office’s requirements under the UK Skilled Worker visa scheme.
If you are applying from outside the UK or will require sponsorship, please mention this clearly in your application.
To be eligible for sponsorship, the following conditions must be met:
8. Eligible role: The position must be on the UK Skilled Worker visa list. You can check your eligibility here: -.
9. Salary threshold: The role must meet the minimum salary set by the Home Office. Please note that for roles employed under Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions, the High-Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) is not included when calculating the basic salary for the purposes of sponsorship.
10. Skill level: The role must meet the minimum skill requirement of RQF Level 6 or above (graduate level).
11. English language: Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at CEFR level B1 or higher.
12. Other criteria: Applicants must meet all other criteria as set out by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)