Therapy Support Worker – (NRU) Neurological Rehabilitation Unit inGlasgow inGlasgow PUBLISHED 10 NOV 2024
Band 3
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SYNOPSIS •
Opportunity to work in a specialist multidisciplinary environment, supporting patients with neurological impairments and major trauma.
Regular working hours (Mon-Fri, 8:30-4:30) providing a good work-life balance.
Involvement in meaningful rehabilitation work that directly contributes to patients' independence and quality of life.
Access to training and support for career development, even for those without prior experience in the role.
The role of Therapy Support Worker in the Neuro Rehabilitation Unit (NRU) at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, is a full-time, permanent position (Band 3). The successful candidate will support both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services, assisting patients with mobility and daily living tasks to promote independence and facilitate hospital discharge.
Strong communication skills are essential for working with patients, some of whom may have communication challenges, as well as with their families and the multi-disciplinary team.
While prior experience in a similar role is preferred, training will be provided.
Proficiency in IT for maintaining patient records is required.
The position involves a Monday to Friday schedule, 8:30 to 4:30, and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde promotes inclusivity and encourages applications from diverse communities, including the Armed Forces.
Interested applicants are advised to apply promptly due to potential early closing of the position.
SYNOPSIS •
Opportunity to work in a specialist multidisciplinary environment, supporting patients with neurological impairments and major trauma.
Regular working hours (Mon-Fri, 8:30-4:30) providing a good work-life balance.
Involvement in meaningful rehabilitation work that directly contributes to patients' independence and quality of life.
Access to training and support for career development, even for those without prior experience in the role.
A supportive workplace culture that promotes diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all community sections.
Opportunity to develop strong communication skills while working with a diverse patient population, including those with communication difficulties.
Contribution to a large and reputable healthcare system, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, which is committed to providing excellent patient care.
SYNOPSIS • FULL DESCRIPTION
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.The shift pattern for this position is Mon Fri 8.30-4.30.
The Neuro Rehabilitation Unit (NRU) at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital is looking for a full-time, permanent, Band 3 - Therapy Support Worker to join the therapy team. NRU is a regional resource providing specialist multidisciplinary rehabilitation for neurologically impaired and major trauma patients. The post is generic and will involve supporting both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy delivery. The ideal candidate would have experience of a similar role although training will be provided. The job is highly varied and involves working with patients to build mobility and daily living tasks which will facilitate independence and discharge from hospital. Candidates should have strong communication skills including the ability to work with patients who may have communication difficulties, their families and staff within the multi-disciplinary team. A passion to motivate and support people towards achieving rehabilitation goals is essential. To maintain patient records and support therapy service provision the candidate must have competence in using common office IT programmes and equipment.
Informal contact:
Donna Bisland, NRU AHP Team Lead or
Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert therefore once you start your application form please complete it immediately.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies.
Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance
SYNOPSIS • FULL DESCRIPTION
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.The shift pattern for this position is Mon Fri 8.30-4.30.
The Neuro Rehabilitation Unit (NRU) at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital is looking for a full-time, permanent, Band 3 - Therapy Support Worker to join the therapy team. NRU is a regional resource providing specialist multidisciplinary rehabilitation for neurologically impaired and major trauma patients. The post is generic and will involve supporting both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy delivery. The ideal candidate would have experience of a similar role although training will be provided. The job is highly varied and involves working with patients to build mobility and daily living tasks which will facilitate independence and discharge from hospital. Candidates should have strong communication skills including the ability to work with patients who may have communication difficulties, their families and staff within the multi-disciplinary team. A passion to motivate and support people towards achieving rehabilitation goals is essential. To maintain patient records and support therapy service provision the candidate must have competence in using common office IT programmes and equipment.
Informal contact:
Donna Bisland, NRU AHP Team Lead or
Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert therefore once you start your application form please complete it immediately.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies.
Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance
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