Main area Community Therapies Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 15 hours per week (In the future this team may move to a 7 day working pattern, between the hours of 8am-6pm.) Job ref 209-A-25-7502290
Employer East Cheshire NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Waters Green Medical Centre Town Macclesfield Salary £27,485 - £30,162 per annum, pro rata (subject to job matching) Salary period Yearly Closing 06/11/2025 23:59
Therapy Associate Practitioner - Community Therapies
NHS AfC: Band 4
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
Job overview
Subject to job matching
East Cheshire NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic associate practitioner to join our Macclesfield Care Community therapy team.
We welcome applications from motivated individuals with a keen interest in working within an integrated team, with proven experience in community rehabilitation or general in patient rehabilitation.
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of a small therapy team providing a comprehensive, rehabilitation service for patients with a broad range of complex conditions.
You will be responsible for the delivery of therapy independently or jointly with the therapists in patients own homes, residential and nursing homes.
To contribute to multidisciplinary team management.
To contribute to operational delivery and service development.
The community therapy service is operational over 7 days, from 8am-8pm. You may occasionally be required to work a variety of shift patterns across the 7 day service, to meet service need.
Working for our organisation
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
Qualifications
* 5 GCSE’s including English and Maths or equivalent
* BTEC National Diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject
Specfic Job requirement
* Skills in delivering therapy programmes
* Ability to adapt programmes to meet the changing needs of the clients with reference to the supervising therapist
* Ability to support and motivate patients as appropriate
* Ability to carry out and complete delegated project
* Experience of contributing to audit
* Experience of working with the patients following stroke and/or neurological conditions
* Evidence of working as a therapy assistant
* Ability to contribute to patient assessment
* Ability to organise therapy programmes in consultation with the responsible therapist
Experience
* Experience of contributing to individual & group interventions for patients & settings relevant to the role
* Experience of contributing to audit
* Experience of working with the relevant specialist patient group
* Evidence of working as a therapy assistant
Skills
* Effective communication and listening skills
* Takes own initiative and seeks appropriate guidance
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Ability to teach practical skills
* Good organisational skills
Knowledge
* Knowledge / competency of a range of assessment tools & interventions relevant to the role
* An understanding of confidentiality & Information Governance
* Knowledge of relevant terminology and clinical conditions
Other Role Requirements
* Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Please read the guidance for applicants and completing the application form documents prior to completing your application form (documents are located below).
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.
The Trust may close any advertised post before the stated closing date. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible.
If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Kat McDaid Job title Professional & Operational Lead-Community Therapy Email address katherine.mcdaid@nhs.net Telephone number 07850008036
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