Job description

Job responsibilities

Youll be responsible for

Assessment of service user needs and to develop an appropriate person centred treatment programme to meet individual needs

Promoting choice in all aspects of clinical practice, reviewing and making suggestions to enhance the service user experience.

Liaising and communicating with other health and social care professionals and volunteers in the planning and delivery of occupational therapy

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy Qualification

Desirable

• Training in specialist equipment assessment or provision

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions using clinical reasoning
• An ability to work autonomously and to set own and support others priorities
• An ability to confidently assess and manage risk in relation to occupational performance
• An ability to organise, co-ordinate and respond efficiently to complex information
• Competent IT skills
• Ability to recommend and implement environmental or task-based adaptations
• Skilled in inclusive communication and patient education
• Commitment to promoting independence and reducing barriers

Desirable

• Experience in palliative, elderly, or neurological care

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Sue Ryder

Address

Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice

Wheatfields House, Wood Lane

Headingley

LEEDS

LS6 2AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sueryder.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assessment of service user needs in relation particularly to optimising independence and physical function, and symptom control

Devising a formal plan for families and carers to provide physiotherapy interventions as part of overall care

Promoting choice in all aspects of clinical practice reviewing and making suggestions to enhance the service user experience and enabling concerns and complaints to be raised freely by service user and their representatives

To liaise and communicate with other health and social care professionals and volunteers in the planning and delivery of physiotherapy

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/BSc in Physiotherapy
• Current and valid Registration with Health & Care Professions Council
• Current registration with professional body (e.g. CSP)

Desirable

• Manual handling trainer qualification

Experience

Essential

• Ability to tailor therapy interventions to individual needs and capabilities
• Clear communication and documentation skills
• Knowledge of accessibility, safe handling, and mobility aids

Desirable

• Experience with lymphoedema or malignant disease

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Sue Ryder

Address

Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice

Wheatfields House, Wood Lane

Headingley

LEEDS

LS6 2AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sueryder.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

In palliative care no day is the same. Working on our inpatient unit provides a unique opportunity because we care for patients with such a variety of conditions and symptoms. If youd like to develop your knowledge of many different conditions and the impact this has on patients and their families a role in palliative care with Sue Ryder is for you.

Our senior nurses play an indispensable role in providing compassionate, holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Their work extends far beyond medical tasks, encompassing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support for both patients and their families.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced nurse who wants to work in a supportive environment where care of the patients comes first.

Our senior nurses work on a rotational shift pattern, including early shifts, late shifts, long days, nights, and weekends. As this role supports a 24/7 service, we are seeking candidates with flexibility to work a range of shifts as required.

The successful applicants will play an active role within our multidisciplinary team. You will work alongside Specialty Doctors, therapy staff, volunteers and other vital members of the MDT taking a holistic approach in providing the best possible outcomes for each patient.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Providing support, leadership, recognition and supervision to other members of the team

Sharing knowledge and expertise with other staff through formal and informal teaching.

Acting as a mentor to student nurses

Producing accurate, timely and complete records

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse with post-registration UK experience in the clinical field

Desirable

• Completion of NMC recognised accredited mentor training or willing to undertake

Experience

Essential

• Experience of caring for patients with palliative, end-of-life or other complex/life-limiting conditions, gained within a relevant clinical setting.
• Demonstrable experience of providing clinical leadership, including supporting, supervising or guiding other members of a nursing/care team.
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) and a commitment to maintaining and developing clinical knowledge and skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across a 24/7 rota, including early, late, long-day, night and weekend shifts.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Sue Ryder

Address

Sue Ryder

Wheatfields Hospice, Grove Road

Headingley

Leeds

Yorkshire

LS62AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sueryder.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

As Wellbeing Co-ordinator, you will help plan, organise and facilitate activities, groups and one-to-one interactions with patients and carers that support emotional, social and practical wellbeing.

You will work alongside healthcare professionals, volunteers and wider hospice teams to ensure patients and carers are supported in a way that reflects their individual needs, preferences and goals through an active caseload. This role may include outreach work where needed.

The Wellbeing Co-ordinator will work as a key part of the local hospice team and around the local community footprint. You will work individually with patients and families who may feel isolated, lonely, scared, or have needs that may affect their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Pleas refer to the full job description attached to this advert

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full UK Driving License and access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Qualifications in healthcare, social care or healthcare support services desirable
• Advanced Communication Skills qualification

Experience

Essential

• About you
• We are looking for someone who
• Is a strong team player and enjoys working collaboratively with healthcare professionals, volunteers and families.
• Can work autonomously, using initiative and good judgement to manage tasks and priorities.
• Has confidence in facilitating groups and supporting meaningful one-to-one interactions with patients and carers, creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Communicates with warmth, sensitivity and professionalism.
• Is organised, adaptable and able to respond to the changing needs of people in a hospice setting.
• Experience of group facilitation is important for this role. Previous experience working in a palliative care, hospice, health, social care or wellbeing setting would be advantageous, but we are also interested in hearing from people with transferable skills and a genuine commitment to supporting wellbeing.
• Experience using counselling or coaching skills to enable positive listening and
• problem solving and interpreting assessment outcomes
• Experience of providing face to face support for individuals or families in a care or
• support setting

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

Sue Ryder

Address

Sue Ryder

Leckhampton Court Hospice, Church Road

Leckhampton

CHELTENHAM

Gloucestershire

GL53 0QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sueryder.org (Opens in a new tab)