Assistant PractitionerinTivertoninTivertonPUBLISHED THU 30 JAN 2025

Are you dynamic, motivated and have a passion for promoting independence? We are looking for an Assistant Practitioner to join our large, well-established and friendly team. Our offices are shared with District Nurses, Social Workers and Urgent Community Response, allowing a high level of integrated working to the benefit of our patients.

Our caseload covers a variety of rehabilitation needs, from post-op rehab to long-term condition management, falls prevention classes and same-day equipment assessments to keep patients safe at home. The successful applicant will be responsible for their own caseload which is supervised by our qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists.

Applicants will have completed the Trainee AP course and will require sound moving and handling skills, good problem solving, prioritisation and excellent communication. You will need a driving license and access to a vehicle to be able to complete your community visits.

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

We are committed to the continuing professional development of all our team members and offer a supportive environment with regular supervision, CPD groups, training and peer support. We also have access to a Champions Network that links you with therapists who are keen to share the knowledge of their special interest.

Excellent IT skills are required to coordinate the smooth running of the service and utilise the benefits of our online patient record system, MyCare.

Tiverton and Cullompton have excellent transport links and we are a short journey off the M5, giving quick access to Dartmoor, Exeter and Bristol. The Devon Link Road can transport you to the beautiful shorelines of the North Devon Coast, Exmoor and Blackdown Hills, Area of Natural Beauty. You can also access direct trains to London from Tiverton Parkway, taking less than 2 hours.

Please note we can recruit up to 2 candidates and encourage those seeking part-time hours to apply. Please note, there are full and part time roles available.

Working Pattern: The successful candidate will complete the majority of shifts as 8.30 to 4.30, and then will be entered into the team rota for late shifts (10-6 or 12-8pm) and weekends as part of supporting our urgent work to keep patients safe in their own homes. Please see the attached Job Description for Essential and Desirable Criteria.

Interview Date: Approximately week commencing 24th February 2025

For further information please contact: Emily Webb, Therapy Manager on

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

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

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.