Physiotherapy Technical Instructor - Adult Mental Health

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioners to work within the physiotherapy team in Adult Mental Health Services at University Hospital Llandough.

This role will be working with service users, through a range of interventions, to enable and empower individuals to achieve their recovery and rehabilitation goals.

The post holder will be working with inpatients and within the community environment, integrating physical health and well-being interventions that aligns with the Rehabilitation Model to support sustained recovery.

1 x Permanent Post and 1 x Fixed term post is funded until 31 March 2025, You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

We are looking for an individual who has a passion for delivering excellence in exercise prescription, can demonstrate positive communication and practical skills in order to enable person centered care and to motivate and engage service users to reach their goals.

A problem solving approach is key as well as flexibility, inclusivity and adaptability to the changing demands of the clinical area.

The individual must have had previous experience working within mental health or within a therapy role and have relevant experience of therapeutic interventions.

The role will include carrying out independent assessments and interventions around exercise prescription, as well as carrying out delegated tasks from the physiotherapist, implementing and supporting group work, implementing individually tailored treatment plans and working on person centered goals as part of their recovery and treatment plan.

This could include gym-based exercise, tai chi, yoga, falls prevention, activities of daily living including hobbies and interests, mobility interventions, exercise programmes and addressing postural needs.

The physiotherapy team operates a full induction programme, on the job training, regular supervision, appraisal and development opportunities.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and / or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply., Essential

• Numerate and literate to GCSE level grades (A to C) or level 11 equivalent qualification or recognised qualification


• Recognised qualification NVQ / QCF level 4, equivalent level of knowledge or NVQ / QCF Level 3 PLUS. Additional training to Diploma level or equivalent, or equivalent through short courses and experiences and equivalent competencies achieved and evidenced through accredited courses.


Desirable

Evidence of further education relevant Health and Social Care qualification, Exercise Rehabilitation qualification sport science, or other relevant qualification

Experience

Essential

• Health and / or Social Care experience


• Dealing with people both individually or in groups


• Working with service users with complex needs and behaviours that challenge


• Worked within a rehabilitation setting


Desirable

• Experience in class taking


• Teaching skills / experience


• Previous experience working as a therapy support worker


Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.


• Ability to motivate others


• Good interpersonal skills


• Ability to work alone


• Basic digital technology skills


• Awareness of limitations, A proven knowledge base in rehabilitation and the role of Therapies


• Knowledge of mental health challenges and impact


• Knowledge of wellbeing and benefits of exercise


Desirable

Understanding of the impact of chronic illness

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Flexible in approach to role


• Adaptable to change


• Reliable and punctual


• Demonstrates resilience


• Proactively manage own wellbeing


Desirable

Demonstrates initiative

Other

Essential

• Able to travel, in a timely manner to undertake duties of the post at various locations


• Demonstrates the behaviours and values of the UHB
  
  Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services.


Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.

Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal.

Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.