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Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupportthe catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Understandingthe principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene. Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly. Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods. Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.Our ideal candidate must: Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene. Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Be an efficient worker, capable ofa high levelof sustained physical effort and able torespond to a demandingworkload. Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working. Exhibit a caring andunderstanding attitude towards the residents.ABOUT AVERY At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience To maintain a professional manner at all times, developing the role of the midwife in the best interests of the profession and the client in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and Trust Policies. To view pregnancy and birth as a normal physiological process, able to assess and respond appropriately escalating any deviation from the norm in a timely manner. To use research based practice. Willingness to innovate or be part of an innovation to improve practice and care. To promote informed choice and autonomy. To provide intrapartum care in a variety in all settings: home, Midwifery Led Unit and the Obstetric Unit. To practice autonomously and cooperatively as part of a team, supporting colleagues clinically and personally. To promote public health issues particularly breastfeeding. To be aware of social issues and refer where appropriate. Aptitude and openness to acquire new skills to improve the care and experience of women and their families. Competent in Neonatal life support (NLS), PROMPT, CTG, willingness to do NIPE training, antenatal education training, motivational conversation training. Liaise appropriately with services to ensure safe and effective care is provided to women at the right place, and at the right time. Act as an advocate for women, whilst safeguarding her and her wider family and social group where appropriate. Provide and perform accurate assessments and procedures during antenatal appointments, labour care (including supporting home birth, water birth, perineal suturing, cannulation and intravenous administration of drugs) and in the postnatal period. Provide evidence-based education to women and the facilitate Parent Education initiatives. Support womens choices regarding feeding their infant, whilst encouraging and promoting UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiatives. Regularly attend practice support 1:1s. Able to drive. To act up in the absence of the Band 7. To have acquired skills in suturing, IVs and epidural administration. To participate in the provision of health education within the Hospital and Community. Measurable Result Areas To provide woman centred care. Planning and implementing individualised care in partnership with the woman and the multidisciplinary team. Provide high quality, evidence-based care and advice to women throughout the antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal periods in a variety of settings such as the community, hospital and womans home. To work collaboratively with colleagues from wider health team. Maintain confidentiality. Works flexibly to meet the needs of women you are providing care for, which also supports the ethos of personalisation and choice of care. Abide by legal requirements and statutory rules, relating to practice in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct, Midwives Rules and Midwives Code of Practice. Administer medications under the scope of Midwifery Exemptions/Patient Group Directives when required or appropriate. To attend team/departmental meetings regularly and make contributions to professional and service development. Be aware of the individual midwifes responsibility for effective use of Trusts resources. To be aware of the importance of accurate documentation with regards to students training and progress within the clinical environment. To report and accidents/incidents, ensuring adherence to the Trusts Risk Management Strategy. To undertake Performance Assessment Development Review (PADR) for qualified and unqualified staff. To work actively to improve outcomes and meet agreed targets. To be responsible for time management. To participate in studies to determine workloads, client dependency and quality assurance. Participates in research and clinical audit activities. Carries out the duties placed on employees by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Take reasonable care for the Health and Safety of themselves and other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. To co-operate with their employer as necessary to meet the requirements of legislation. To be aware of and adhere to local child protection procedures and the 1989 Childrens Act. Not to intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health and safety or welfare in the pursuance of the statutory provisions. Communications and Working Relationships To act as a good role model at all times. To participate in the day to day functions of the team to ensure effective team working. Communicate in an effective and timely manner with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure referrals are made and safety is ensured. To be actively involved in the multi-disciplinary in-service training. To work as a team player providing a flexible approach to both patients and colleagues. Provide an environment suitable for learners within the team. Contribute to the planning of service development. Overcome communication barriers where they occur and seek appropriate services to ensure equality and diversity for all women under your care. Ensure high standards of communication are kept, including the support of colleagues and the effective facilitation of conflict. Maintain accurate records in line with NMC guidance. To provide mentorship and support to new colleagues and student midwives. To work with colleagues to ensure the practice can cover all shifts during annual leave periods, training and sickness.

Knowledge Skills and Experience This post is for Obstetric Theatre Services and may involve working in any of our 2 OperatingTheatres on labour ward. To participate in 24/7 working, which may include nights, week-ends, evenings and an on-call commitment. Clinical Act as a professional role model demonstrating clinical expertise in perioperative practice and assist in the setting and monitoring of professional standards. Provide skilled assistance and care to patients in the operating theatre. Assess care needs of the perioperative patient and develops, implements and evaluates programmes of care, rectifying and adjusting to meet individual needs. Demonstrate knowledge of current research, practices and procedures within the specialist field of theatre practice. Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with the multidisciplinary team, patients and relatives. Work within professional codes of practice. Ensure that patients perioperative needs are continually assessed and appropriate care delivered and documented. Support the team within a given operating theatre/speciality, providing the appropriate clinical skills and advice. Ensure all resources, prosthesis and items required for surgery are available, communicating with senior staff and the medical team if there are any deficits/ issues. Supervise the work of junior staff ensuring quality and confidentiality are maintained. Able to ensure the theatre team works efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of the patients and maximise utilisation of theatre time Manage own workload and support others to do this. Manage the theatre department in the absence of senior staff, informing of changes in workload/problems to a member of the senior team. Measurable Result Areas To provide clinical leadership, giving advice and support to junior staff as required and acting as patients advocate at all times. To participate at departmental level in the delivery of the clinical governance and risk management agenda. Participate in clinical audit to ensure standards are continually reviewed and enhanced. Comply with and contribute to the review of Trust/departmental procedures, policies and protocols. Support and manage the teaching and induction of theatre support staff and newly appointed staff. Responsibility for research and development: from audits to undertaking research and development programmes on a regular basis. Communications and Working Relationships To participate in appropriate training & development activities. To accept responsibility for own NMC/HCPC registration and practice requirements including revalidation and CPD. To participate in team, professional and personal development activities to promote commitment to continuous development and improvement. Develop and maintain effective communication systems with all personnel internal and external to the Trust.

Main Functions Act in accordance with current local Warwickshire Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children, and SWFT guidelines/policy to protect vulnerable adults and children. Contribute towards ensuring AHP & Nursing Strategy is implemented across the Integrated Health Team. To undertake the first contact assessment, including planning, implementation, evaluation and reassessments of the care plans. In the absence of the District Nurse, to take responsibility for the day to day management of the nursing workload, delegating the workload appropriately to other team members. To establish priorities of care in accordance with caseload management To take responsibility for updating and developing professional knowledge and skills which relate to clinical practice To act within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and comply with the Trusts policies and procedures To participate in the development, training and mentorship of preregistration students and staff as required including induction and preceptorship programmes To provide skilled clinical nursing practices Communication Develop and maintain effective communication networks, with service users, health care professionals and other statutory and voluntary organisations To promote and maintain accurate record keeping in order to conform to NMC policy and Data protection Responsibility for patient care To action referrals appropriately according to risk and need in accordance to the service referral criteria To undertake planned and opportunistic health promotion and education activities with patients and carers Act as a patients advocate where appropriate Policy and Service Development Understanding national policy and guidance and the ability to interpret and implement at service level Responsibility for Human Resources Direct supervision of junior members of staff Act independently on a range of delegated tasks and use own initiative in order to manage own workload within appropriate professional guidelines Participate in the PDR process to identify personal and team development goals Able to organise staff in the absence of the District Nurse (Band 6) reporting to a senior member of staff any anomalies Professional Responsibilities and Freedom to Act Interpret national guidance on NMC guidelines Participate in clinical supervision Maintain clinical and professional competencies in accordance with relevant statutory legislation and guidance relevant to health professionals and their services To participate in mandatory and statutory training requirements and keep a record of all training and other developmental activities Responsibility for Research & Development Ensure standards, protocols and policies are evidence based and applied to practice Keep updated with current clinical issues thus always promoting best practice Use research to inform practice Participate in audits as appropriate General The post holder will be required to have access to independent means of transport for work purposes to travel across SWFT and to other agencies Physical and Mental Effort The post holder will undertake people moving and handling on a daily basis. The handling of equipment e.g. hoists, is integral to the post and may be required to be undertaken in confined spaces within patients homes. The post holder will be required to operate as a lone worker in accordance with WCH policies and procedures The post holder may come into contact with bodily fluids including urine and faeces and exudate from wounds e.g. blood and pus

Please see attached JD and PS. On reaching 8a: Direct assessment and formulation work with complex service users. Provide clinical supervision to more junior team members and other members of the MDT. Lead on psychologically informed team formulation. Contribute to QIPs, relevant audits, and research on ward. Deliver psychologically informed training.

To carry out psychological assessments (including neuropsychological and cognitive), under the supervision of a qualified Psychologist. To complete Positive Behaviour Support Plans and feedback to ward staff, under the supervision of a qualified Psychologist. To support with the production of team formulations To carry out low level psychological individual interventions, under the supervision of a qualified Psychologist. To support with the delivery of low-level psychological groups, including carrying out pre and post-group assessment and group evaluation. To work co-operatively with multidisciplinary colleagues and collaboratively with experts by experience to achieve service outcomes and targets. To carry out audits and service evaluations as required.

Apply a structured change management methodology and lead change management activities with key responsibilities for: Planning and organising a broad range of complex activities, including influencing and adjusting plans to align project and operational wider plans and strategies. Implementing new ways of working, facilitating collaborative working and capacity planning. Development and delivery of relevant impact assessments, plans, processes and materials to enable the change i.e. business readiness assessment, change sustainability plans, new processes, benefits realisation plans and tracking. Support the implementation of Change plans and monitor progress of plans against success criteria, and maintain alignment to business case as relevant. Note: Scope of plans may include change management, engagement and communications, and benefits plans, benefits profiles, and training plans. Input, and support training requirements e.g. create learning/training plans and materials. Manage stakeholder engagement and communications in terms of change management, set up advocacy and mobilise change agents or champions as required. Lead stakeholder engagement and communication initiatives and identify and help to address any resistance. Core responsibility for ensuring patient care is considered within change management plans/ activity and that the patient perspective as a key driver in continuous improvement. Responsible for reporting on delivery of Change Workstreams, project change activities and BAU initiatives as required. Influence and design services relating to patient care and patient/work flows, including administrative and operational workflows which have a direct impact on provision of services. Act as an effective change agent in the delivery change workstreams and activities. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to have strong skills in the following areas; Strategy, Analytical skills, Development, Staff Management and Leadership. Please see attached job description for full details.

Apply a structured change management methodology and lead change management activities with key responsibilities for: Planning and organising a broad range of complex activities, including influencing and adjusting plans to align project and operational wider plans and strategies. Implementing new ways of working, facilitating collaborative working and capacity planning. Development and delivery of relevant impact assessments, plans, processes and materials to enable the change i.e. business readiness assessment, change sustainability plans, new processes, benefits realisation plans and tracking. Support the implementation of Change plans and monitor progress of plans against success criteria and maintain alignment to business case as relevant. Input, and support training requirements e.g. create learning/training plans and materials. Manage stakeholder engagement and communications in terms of change management, set up advocacy and mobilise change agents or champions as required. Lead stakeholder engagement and communication initiatives and identify and help to address any resistance. Core responsibility for ensuring patient care is considered within change management plans/ activity and that the patient perspective as a key driver in continuous improvement. Responsible for reporting on delivery of Change Workstreams, project change activities and BAU initiatives as required. Influence and design services relating to patient care and patient/workflows, including administrative and operational workflows which have a direct impact on provision of services. Act as an effective change agent in the delivery change workstreams and activities. Will be responsible for risk and issue management related to change activity and outcomes.

Clinical Be clinically competent to give dietetic advice, treatment and dietary counselling to patients on general wards, out-patient clinics, community locations and telephone reviews. Work autonomously to manage own caseload providing dietetic advice to patients, their carers and staff with a range of medical conditions in hospital and community locations, within agreed protocols / guidelines and with support from senior colleagues when necessary. Judge the appropriateness of referrals, action dietetic management and advise referring agents of inappropriate referrals. Analyse and interpret information from a variety of sources regarding individual patients, e.g. biochemistry, medication, clinical condition, anthropometric measurements. Undertake nutritional calculations e.g. calculating nutritional requirements, analysis of nutritional intakes using specialist IT systems. Develop and modify dietetic treatment and discharge plans referring to other specialists as appropriate. To recommend appropriate ACBS nutritional products for patients and document appropriately. Communicate complex nutrition and dietetic information in an understandable form to staff, clients and carers, using negotiation, motivation and counselling skills including situations where there are barriers to understanding. Work in conjunction with medical, nursing and professional colleagues, attending MDT meetings as necessary to facilitate good communications to provide high quality patient care. Liaise and advise catering staff when necessary to ensure the appropriate provision of meals for individual patients. Plan, implement and evaluate group education sessions for patients. To liaise closely with referrers, GPs and other health professionals, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings or case reviews as appropriate. Produce timely reports to referring Health Care Professionals regarding patient care. Participate in the health promotion activities of the department. To identify opportunities to promote healthier lifestyles or more appropriate nutrition using innovative methods, develop initiatives to promote healthier nutrition. Training and Education Participate in the clinical supervision of student dietitians, including planning timetables and completing assessment tools. Plan, implement and evaluate nutrition education & training for nurses, support workers, catering staff, medical, social care staff and the public as required. Professional Ensure dietetic practice is up to date, evidence-based and / or based on best practice by participating in appropriate training and development activities. Participate and contribute to clinical supervision to ensure regular evaluation of practice through peer review. Ensure relevant training is attended to maintain competency re medical devises required within the job role. Participate in dietetic operational meetings, sharing knowledge, evaluating and improving service delivery. Participate in the departments Clinical Governance programme including reviewing evidence / guidance, clinical and professional audits, research and reporting of clinical risks. To comment on nutrition & dietetic guidelines and procedures and propose changes to working practice. Evaluate patient information in view of current evidence and produce new or update information / diet sheets as required. To work as an autonomous practitioner working within the BDA Code of professional conduct and HCPC Standards of conduct, performance and Ethics and Standards of Proficiency (Dietitians). Plan and organise own workload and evaluate own practice. Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. Ensure effective use is made of department / trust resources, equipment and prescribed nutritional products. Be responsible for maintaining patient records in line with trust and department standards and Data Protection Act requirements. Document patient activity data daily in accordance with trust and professional standards. Contribute to the development and maintenance of the profile of the Dietetic profession.

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; we recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues, support your career development with a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts. We are now seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our friendly, award-winning team as Care Assistant. ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role. Our ideal candidate must: Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice. ABOUT AVERY As one of the largest providers of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, we believe that the later years of our residents' lives should be as enriching as any other. Our vision of creating meaningful lives together is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilst establishing ourselves as the preferred choice for residents and employees. Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Further information and a full job description can be found on the right hand side of the page and is available for you to download and review. 12 months Fixed-Term contract Location: Booking & Information Centre: Orion House, 2 Athena Dr, Tachbrook Park Dr, Royal Leamington Spa, Warwick CV34 6RQ This role will become a hybrid after the initial 2 weeks of training with expectation to travel to the Head Office 3 days a week Salary: £24,406 to £28,609 per annum depending on experience. (£13.04 to £15.28 per hour) We also offer a premium payment of time and a half for working on weekends Hours: 29 hours per week over 5 days. Hours will be confirmed 2 weeks in advance between the parameters of the hours below. Hours of Work: Monday 14:00 - 19:00 Tuesday 14:00 - 19:00 Thursday 14:00 - 19:00 Friday 12:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Exact shifts between those parameters will be confirmed 2 weeks in advance. Shifts longer than 6 hours will include 30 minutes unpaid break. *Please note: Successful candidates will be required to complete 2 weeks of mandatory training from Monday to Friday, 8.30 - 4.30. Dates will be confirmed at interview Interested so far? Don't delay, apply today! ________________________________________________________________ This job advert may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. The Small Print: All applicants must be pro-choice. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you will not have been shortlisted on this occasion. References: All offers of employment are conditional based on satisfactory pre-employment checks. We require applicants to provide 3 years of employment references including information on reasons for leaving and any gaps in employment.

To submit an application, please visithttps://www.bpas.org/about-bpas/work-with-us/executive-opportunities/ You can also email recruitment@bpas.org with the reference DCMO and include the below: A Curriculum Vitae (CV) with education and professional qualifications and full employment history. Please include daytime and evening telephone contact numbers and e-mail addresses. A supporting statement that should outline your motivation for applying, what you believe you can bring to the role, and how your skills and experience align with the role description and candidate profile. Responses to the applications questions in the candidate briefing pack that is available to download from the bottom of this page. Further Information: Location: Hybrid - home working with travel required to Head Office in Leamington Spa and other BPAS units as required. Salary: Approximate £124,000 per annum depending on skills and experience Hours: 36 per week Monday to Friday On call All members of the Senior Operating Team will be required to participate in an on-call rota. The On-Call policy and procedure is being reviewed and revised, however it is envisaged that participation will involve being available to receive emergency / on-call telephone calls up to 9pm Monday to Friday and on Saturdays and Sundays approximately 4 times per year. The Small Print: All applicants must be pro-choice. References: All offers of employment are conditional based on satisfactory pre-employment checks. We require applicants to provide 3 years of employment references including information on reasons for leaving and any gaps in employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience To gain informed consent from each patient prior to assessment and treatment. To undertake a comprehensive Physiotherapy assessment of the individual patient both adults and children including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies; gaining relevant information by clinical examination; observation, questioning, discussion and manual physiotherapy assessment techniques. Apply clinical reasoning skills to formulate a clinical diagnosis of their condition and set therapeutic/rehabilitation objectives. To formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical skills e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise programmes or classes, electrotherapy, and other alternative options. Ensuring competency to practice is maintained as appropriate. To evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes as required. To formulate a prognosis and recommend best course of interventions developing comprehensive treatments and discharge plans. To make informed clinical decisions on timely discharge planning and / or referral to other services. Measurable Result Areas To be responsible for maintaining and developing current knowledge of evidence-based practice ensuring own competency to practice. To undertake clinical and professional development through means identified during appraisal process. To develop an individual learning plan, maintain Continuous Professional Development records/portfolio which reflect personal development and provide evidence of how learning is applied to practice. Be an active member of the in-service training programmes by attendance at, leading and participation in, in-service training programmes, tutorials, individual training sessions, external courses (where applicable), peer review and personal study. To ensure competence to use physiotherapy equipment and to ensure the safe use equipment by others through teaching, training and supervision of practice. Undertake regular measurement, data collection and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice projects, audit and outcome measures either individually or with more senior physiotherapists. To be responsible for organising and planning own caseload to meet service and patient priorities. Re-adjusting plans as situations change/arise; this may include adapting a new working environment. To work with senior staff to supervise, support, and coordinate Physiotherapy students, assistants and TIs on a daily basis to ensure they meet Trust and professional standard guidelines. To supervise the other staff within the MDT as required e.g. less experienced physiotherapists, TIs, Assistants, Physiotherapy, medical or work experience students. To identify opportunities to improve the physiotherapy service in order to provide the best patient care within resources available and make recommendations for change. To maintain own competency and to be responsible for the safe and competent use of manual handling, gym and electrotherapy equipment by patients and students/assistants/TIs through teaching, training and supervision of practice. To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work. To assess and manage clinical risk within the limits of own scope of practice. To work within Trust policy and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards. Monitor own and others quality of practice, as appropriate. To work within CSP, Trust Guidelines, National Clinical Guidelines and National Service Frameworks. To monitor own and others standards of practice, as appropriate. To set a high personal standard of work and professional attitude and encourage others to do likewise. To maintain assessment, treatment and discharge records/reports and follow guidelines, protocols and procedures in accordance with professional (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy), legal and departmental standards. To be committed to a team approach in order to provide continuity and efficiency of service provision. To be the first point of contact in dealing with minor complaints from staff, patients and carers/visitors in line with Trust Policy. To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, including prompt recording and reporting of incidents to senior staff, using the Trust incident reporting system. Communications and Working Relationships To communicate the clinical diagnosis and facilitate understanding of a mutually agreed treatment programme to patients and carers. To communicate effectively with patients, relatives or carers on a group or individual basis in order to maximise rehabilitative potential through verbal and nonverbal methods. This may require explanation instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance or use of behavioural modification techniques. To communicate with other relevant professionals e.g. GP, Consultants, Nurses, Occupational Therapists on patient needs, progress and any other necessary further interventions through verbal and written means e.g. medical notes, letters and reports. To liaise with staff of other disciplines to ensure effective communication and reporting takes place at all times. To assess individual patients understanding of proposed treatment modalities and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to intervention, in line with Trust policy in gaining consent. To maintain accurate, legible, comprehensive and contemporaneous documentation, in line with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Core Standards, Trust policies and legal requirements.

Input patient information onto the Wheelchair service computerised database. Open all post received by the service and undertake appropriate indicated action. This will involve: Validation of new patient referrals to the service from General Practitioners, Consultants and other Health professionals. Checking of the detail on new patient referral forms against the criteria agreed by the Health Trusts served by the service. Checking the referrer detail against the department held accredited referrer list. Log all new patients meeting the criteria onto the wheelchair service database. File inappropriate referrals and send out reject letters to the referrer and patient. Pass logged referrals to clinical and other professional staff within the department. Log existing client referral forms, where patients are returning to the service for further intervention. Pass referrals to the appropriate staff or to the tray to await the attention of professional staff. Close down equipment delivery notes onto the computerised database. Update details of clinic referrals onto the computerised database. When required, arrange the collection of no longer required equipment, for example, from deceased patients. This will involve: Updating the patients computerised record. Checking on any outstanding orders or ongoing interventions. Raising the collection paperwork on the computer. Passing information to the appropriate agency for action. Communicate with: Clinical and other professional staff within the wheelchair service to discuss issues arising from the logging process or other patient queries resulting from phone calls. Patients, carers and Healthcare professionals by phone calls, and face to face at reception. To follow up queries arising from referrals to the service. Pick up incoming phone calls when required to support other staff within the clinical administration system. Provide support to the service by filing of paperwork. Respond to service enquiries by telephone or visitors to the wheelchair service. Support aspects of the administration services to the wheelchair service e.g. Phone cover for staff sickness, holiday and meal breaks. To cover reception during periods of sickness, holidays and breaks. To meet and greet patients that are arriving into the centre, booking them onto the system To book transport as required To rebook appointments as required Comply with the service requirements of the Disablement Services Centre Quality systems and the North Bristol NHS Trust Policies and procedures.

To participate in clinical and other service activities with the object of ensuring a high standard of patient care. To be able to work flexibly, and cross cover for colleagues. To take an active part in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training. To contribute to the management of the clinical service and service development. To contribute to the research and development of the department. To provide cover for colleagues as appropriate and in accordance with local Trust arrangements and Trust Policy. To observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures To take responsibility for your own health and safety complying with any safe working arrangements, policies and procedures which are in place. To accept a duty to other staff and patients to ensure that any hazards are reported and managed appropriately. To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of patients to be able to contact you when necessary