Therapy Practitioner in Stroke

NHS; Croydon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job description

Job summary

Therapy Practitioner in Stroke Rehabilitation

BAND 4, 37.5 HRS/WEEK MON-FRI 8.15- 4.15

*PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY*

There is an opportunity to work as a Therapy Practitioner in Stroke within the Integrated Neuro Therapy Team in Croydon.

The successful candidate will be working in the Community Stroke Rehab team with adults who have had a Stroke. You will provide skilled support to the Occupational therapists, Speech and Language Therapists and Physiotherapists, enabling patients to achieve their maximum independence.

Applicants are expected to demonstrate previous experience as a band 3 rehabilitation assistant, delivering occupational therapy and Physiotherapy interventions, to patients who have had a Stroke and experience of working with patients who have communication difficulties.

*APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A FULL DRIVERS LICENSE AND ACCESS TO A CAR FOR WORK*

Main duties of the job

1. To carry own caseload of patients, as delegated by the Therapists.
2. To progress and adapt designated therapy programmes in line with own scope of practice and competency (which will have been agreed at appraisal) and feedback to the responsible Therapist, taking into account changes in the patients' health and social needs.
3. Facilitating personal activities of daily living i.e. washing, dressing, grooming, toileting.
4. Facilitating domestic activities of daily living i.e. meal and drink preparation.
5. Mobility and transfer practice.
6. Assisting the patient with an exercise programme to improve their functional abilities.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.

Date posted: 10 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 4

Salary: £31,081 to £33,665 a year pa pro rata incl. HCAS (Outer)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 199-NN-7069895-AHP-A

Job locations

Broad Green Centre, 1-13 Lodge Rd, Croydon, CR0 2PD

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Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience delivering Physiotherapy and Occupational therapy interventions to people who have had a stroke, for more than 12 months.
• Recent experience working with people who have communication difficulties.

Desirable

• Experience working as a rehab assistant in the community.

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

Essential

• Knowledge of stroke pathology and the effects of a stroke.
• Knowledge of the roles of the Multidisciplinary team in stroke Rehabilitation.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the role of Therapy practitioner in Stroke.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Essential

• Full UK drivers license with vehicle for work essential.
• Demonstrates genuine interest and commitment to working with people who have had a stroke.
• Adaptable and flexible to changing priorities and needs of the patients and the service.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Identifies what attracts them to this specific job at CHST.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name: Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address: Broad Green Centre, 1-13 Lodge Rd, Croydon, CR0 2PD

Employer's website: https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/