Community Therapy Technical Instructor
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Lancaster, LA14RPView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
6 October 2026
8 days leftJob description
Do you have a passion for rehabilitation and enabling others to regain and maintain their independence and function in their own home or care home set...
The post holder will work as a member of the Integrated Community Therapy & Rehabilitation Service - North Lancs toprovide assessment and rehabilitation asa partof the wider multi-disciplinary service.
The post holder will provide assessment and treatment to patients with diverse health needs,mainly within peoples ownhomes and the residential rehabilitation unit , butwith flexibility to work in other areas asrequired.
Youwillassistqualified Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy staff in the education and training of staff from own and other disciplines within the multi-disciplinary service, including training to care and other support staff.
Provide feedback to the qualified Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist and recogniseown limitations.
Will engage in regular informal and formal supervision.
Be responsible formanaging a delegated caseload on aday to daybasis includingprioritisationof tasks.
Assess, provide and check the provision of aids, equipmentand exercises to patients on your defined case load.
Work in the community as a lone worker in line with Trust and departmental Lone Working Policy.
Adhere to the code of ethics and conduct for Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy and Allied Health Professional standards of practice, as required by the team.
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Our Community Service for adults are provided in people's homes ,community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent , improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care , advice and support.
>ducation & Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care/Assistant Practitioner Qualification or equivalent or a willingness to start to work towards this qualification within 12 months of starting in post
- Full UK driving licence/Ability to travel independently to areas not served by public transport
- Computer skills relevant to roll (Microsoft Office, EMIS, STRATA)
- Literacy skills at level 2 or above (GCSE, Functional Skills or equivalent )
Desirable: - Training relevant to Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy Core Skills for example OTAGO, Trusted Assessor, Therapeutic Moving and Handling
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or other related Allied Health Professional service.
- Experience making independent clinical and professional decisions at AP level, taking into consideration Trust/Departmental Policies/Procedures
- Experience of manage own case load, seeking support when required.
- Experience of manual handling including legislation and techniques
- Knowledge and ability to follow trust policies and procedures
- Proven ability to effectively communicate with people.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community health setting
- Able to demonstrate commitment to continued Professional Development.
- Experience in delivering information in a group setting
- Experience prescribing small aids and adaptations
Skills, Ability & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to work well as part of a team
- Good observational skills
- Physical ability to complete the role with reasonable adjustments if required
- Demonstrates the ability to problem solve and think creatively
Desirable: - Awareness of Service Development Strategies; - Understanding of Patient flow systems; - Dementia Awareness experience or training
Personal Qualities
Essential: - Evidence of having an approachable, flexible and enthusiastic personality; - Ability to travel as required for the post
Desirable
- Evidence of supporting service developments and being open to developments
- Ability to manage changes and unpredictability in the working day.
- Availability to cover core service hours and work flexibly across locality
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
23 September 2026
Last checked
24 September 2026
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