Moving and Handling Optimisation Team Physiotherapist

Working Hours: 35 Hours per Week

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Additional Payments: Essential Car User Allowance

Closing Date: 9 April 2025

Closing Time: 11.59pm

This Role Is Subject To

Qualifications - Degree in Physiotherapy and registration with HCPC.

Essential car user documentation - This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance in your salary.

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

Evidence of conduct in previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to Health or social care or Children or vulnerable adults.

Proof of identity including a recent photograph.

Full Employment history.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm - Start and finish times are flexible.

The Moving and Handling Optimisation team

We are a friendly, innovative and forward-thinking multidisciplinary team looking for a driven, dynamic and passionate Physiotherapist who wants to join us in making a real difference to the quality of life of Manchester’s residents.

The Moving and Handling Optimisation team is a citywide service with the aim of improving the independence of residents and ensuring the right level of care is being received. The team uses equipment, adaptations, assistive technology, and alternative moving and handling techniques to optimise care packages.

There is lots of evidence that single-handed care is better for the resident. It improves relationships between the carer and resident, reduces handling for those affected by significant pain or cognitive impairment, encourages independence and leads to more effective use of resources.

The team, consisting of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, a Senior Social Worker and Moving and Handling Assessment Officers, reports to the Principal Occupational Therapist and is therapy led. We are achieving great outcomes, we support and learn from each other and morale is high.

You will be responsible for completing comprehensive therapy assessments in conjunction with support of the team, whilst also working collaboratively with other therapy and social care services throughout MCC and the MLCO. We have a strong focus on enabling people to remain independent within their homes and local communities by maximising their independence, choice, safety and quality of life.

For further information about the role please contact Rachael Jones, Moving and Handling Optimisation Team Manager (Occupational Therapist) via rachael.jones@manchester.gov.uk

Why choose us

• A Principal Occupational Therapist in post, leading the way and shining a light on what we do as Allied Health Professionals
• Access to a state-of-the-art equipment & adaptation demonstration facility - Smart Suite - Manchester Local Care Organisation
• Access to a Padlet providing a one stop platform for all things OT/Physio in Manchester City Council.
• Manchester is a large bustling vibrant city with great transport links, concerts, events, festivals, restaurants and unique and independent businesses. It's the place to be!

Staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 31 after 5 years service (with an option to purchase up to an additional 10 days leave)
• Access to an employee assistance programme
• Annual Staff Awards for Excellence
• Essential Car User Allowance
• Family friendly policies e.g. maternity/adoption, paternity, shared parental leave
• Employee communities and support groups including Black Asian and Minority Ethnic forum; Disability and LGBT+ Networks, Menopause Support
• Travel discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Volunteer leave - up to 3 days per year
• Ultra Low Emissions Vehicles lease scheme can help you get a brand new competitively priced all electric or hybrid car.

What our OTs say

‘There is no doubt about the vibrancy, spirit and sheer potential that defines Manchester. Working in a city that is bold, dynamic and not afraid to do things differently has been an exciting opportunity and experience as an occupational therapist’

‘I love Manchester as a City and working with the citizens of Manchester is amazingly rewarding. The community OT role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of citizens with a range of conditions, this means that after 23 years of working as an OT I am continuing to learn every day and every day is different. The flexible working means that I can establish a good work life/balance’

We are looking for a critical and innovative thinker who can gather and analyse information, manage risk and maximize residents’ quality of life.

You will be resilient, empathic, compassionate and motivated.

You should have some knowledge and experience of mobility/functional assessment, moving and handling and low level equipment.

You must be organised and have excellent oral communication and written skills and be able to complete comprehensive reports in a timely and efficient manner.

You will maintain the standards set out by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).

We offer Monday - Friday working, with no working on bank holidays or weekends, and a 35 hour working week, supporting a positive work/life balance.

Your induction will be tailored to you so you can learn at your own pace.

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

Requirements

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk.

What we will need from you if you’re successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

Required

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other Relevant Information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

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