Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for one Band 4 technical instructor to join the Posture and Mobility Service. We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals to join our team on a permanent contract.
The post holder will provide practical support to registered Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist to facilitate the provision of wheelchairs and associated equipment to clients referred to Posture and mobility wheelchair service. The service covers a wide geographical area in north Wales, satellite working covers Wrexham, Flint-shire, Denbighshire, Conwy, Gwynedd, Anglesey, Ceredigion and Powys and the Health, Social Services, Education and private establishments within these areas. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of clinical, technical and administrative staff.
Main duties of the job
The key objectives of the post are:
- To support the Therapists in the assessment, organisation, implementation, and evaluation of therapy and multi-disciplinary team interventions.
- Be responsible for assessment of the client's equipment needs to determine whether equipment is still required, if so safe for use, no longer needed or requires referral for new provision.
- To assess client's wheelchair skills/techniques, carry out practice and training to encourage independence, including individual indoor/outdoor powered training sessions and testing in a varied environment for clients that have a powered wheelchair.
- Assist clients before, during and following review ensuring their safety, comfort, privacy and dignity.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- NVQ level 3 BTEC or equivalent or relevant experience plus additional training and / or experience in relevant speciality.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of working in a caring environment with people with complex physical, cognitive and behavioural problems
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Commitment, enthusiasm and flexible approach. Excellent communication and team work skills.
Values
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly in a range of settings and environments.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Wrexham
Gate 7, Croesnewydd Rd, Wrexham
Wrexham
LL13 7NT