Current jobs related to Assistant Practitioner - Ilfracombe, Devon - Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust

Role Summary

The individual in this role will provide comprehensive assessments to patients in their homes, as well as assist in organizing strength and balance classes. The role involves working with individuals with various disabilities and conditions. Responsibilities include creating, implementing, monitoring, and assessing therapy plans based on evaluations. In addition, managing a caseload independently and providing support to clinical support workers.

About the Role

We have a great opportunity for a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join our dynamic Community Therapy Team in Ilfracombe at Tyrrell Hospital. We are seeking a proactive, hands-on individual with strong communication skills and previous experience in a care or rehabilitation environment. The position focuses on health promotion, rehabilitation, equipment provision, and unplanned interventions to prevent hospitalizations and facilitate discharges from acute care settings. Collaboration with other team members and promoting joint work between community therapy and broader healthcare professionals is strongly encouraged.

We welcome applicants from Band 3 who are interested in advancing through the Trainee Assistant Practitioner program.

Working Pattern: Hours per week, Monday to Friday - -

Interview Date: Tuesday 2nd July 4

For further information please contact: Claire Collins, Therapy Team Lead. We are an inclusive employer that values diversity and promotes inclusivity to create an environment where individuals can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We aim to foster a sense of belonging and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Priority will be given to candidates with 'Priority' and 'At-Risk' status, including NHS At-Risk staff across Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was formed in April 2, combining the expertise of Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Spanning Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, our workforce exceeds staff, making us Devon's largest employer. Providing core services to over people, we cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, with some specialist services extending to Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Our cutting-edge equipment, advanced technologies, and close ties with local universities position us at the forefront of research and innovation, enabling us to deliver top-notch care to our communities.

Our values guide our actions in all aspects of our work.

Joining the Royal Devon at this time offers an exciting opportunity to shape our services as we progress through our integration journey.

Benefits

Your well-being is a priority for us.

We strive to help our staff achieve a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies.

New NHS employees start with days of paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), which increases over time. You will have access to our comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, on-site well-being activities, and support groups.

Our goal is to cultivate a supportive culture that promotes your development and that of your team. This may involve funding for certifications, degrees, leadership courses, or study days, enabling you to enhance your skills. We are committed to helping you progress in your NHS career.

Compensation is just one of the financial perks.

Enjoy a wide range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure activities. Spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. Additional benefits include:

• National discount programs like the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options, including an outstanding OFSTED-rated nursery at our Exeter site.
• Car lease schemes.
• The generous NHS Pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.

These benefits are only a sample of what we offer. If this role interests you, we would love to hear from you.