Job summary
- Main area
- Environmental Control
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 263-SCG24-008-EW
- Employer
- Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Chad House
- Town
- Hexham
- Salary
- £25,147 - £27,596 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 31/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Rehab Technician Assistant
Band 4
Hello!
We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).
We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, ‘I’ve seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.’ We’re on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.
Opportunities for you
Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we’ve got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.
We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there’s lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.
- Cultural diversity staff network
- Disabled staff network
- LGBT+ staff network
We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:
- Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association
- Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
- Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group
We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.
Always improving
CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We’re always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that?
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Regional Environmental Control Service (RECS) for a suitably experienced Rehabilitation Technician Assistant. Our service provides specialist assessment and equipment loan provision of electronic assistive technology to support and promote independence. The service is the regional hub for the North East and Cumbria. The service works with both adults and children experiencing a range of complex physical difficulties that prevent them being able to control multiple aspects of their home environment, e.g. neurological conditions (such as motor neuron disease, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, acquired brain injury, etc.), complex arthritis and spinal injuries. These clients may have associated cognitive, behavioural or learning difficulties.
The post holder will be required to configure, complete and install electronic assistive technology solutions, repair existing equipment, mount devices to wheelchairs and perform annual maintenance including satisfactory electrical PAT testing. Client review forms a major part of the day-to-day activities. There will also be a requirement to deliver / collect equipment as needed.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the clinical team in delivering electronic assistive technology (EAT) solutions to clients with complex physical difficulties and/or learning difficulties, life limiting diagnoses and challenging behaviours.
Review will form a major aspect of this post, involving clients/carer and the bespoke solutions provided following clinical assessment.
The post holder will report to a senior technician / technologist for their daily duties but will be expected to manage their own workload.
The post holder will be required to configure and complete solo visits to install electronic assistive technology solutions, repair existing equipment, mount devices to wheelchairs and perform annual maintenance including satisfactory electrical PAT testing. There will also be a requirement to deliver / collect equipment as needed.
The post holder will have the opportunity on occasion to work with other colleagues in developing new devices and / or solutions.
The post holder will provide technical expertise and support
You will also be expected to be able to meet the travel requirements needed to offer a service for the North East and North Cumbria area.
Working for our organisation
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 9th May 2024
Closing date : 31st May 2024
We welcome your application.
Person specification
Education and Qualification
Essential criteria
- Good standard of education to GCSE level, including Maths and English.
- Foundation degree or NVQ Level 4 (in related area e.g. Electronics, Engineering, Electrical Installation, etc), or NVQ Level 3 (in relevant area) with additional training in the speciality field or equivalent evidence of underpinning knowledge.
Desirable criteria
- City and Guilds 2377 PAT testing Qualification or equivalent
- Level 4 qualification in relevant subject (e.g. Electronics, Engineering, Electrical Installation, etc.) or relevant experience
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
- Relevant experience in a technical service offering support to clients with equipment
Desirable criteria
- Experience within an EAT setting
- Relevant experience of delivering Planned Preventative Maintenance
- Relevant experience of testing in a clinical environment
Skills and Competencies
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills
- Good general IT skills and comfortable performing basic tasks in Windows, iOS and android
- Able to use hand and power tools to complete general equipment maintenance
Desirable criteria
- Able to use hand and power tools to complete general equipment maintenance
Role/Team specific requirements
Essential criteria
- Interest in the provision of electronic assistive technology
- Interest in development of their skills and knowledge to help develop the role and contribute to service improvement
Desirable criteria
- Interest in development of their skills and knowledge to help develop the role and contribute to service improvement
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Graeme Marsh
- Job title
- Long Term Conditions Lead (Assessment Services)
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01434 612714
- Additional information
We welcome enquiries prior to application and would be happy to discuss any questions you may have. Please contact Graeme Marsh (Long Term Conditions Lead) [email protected]. You can also telephone the department on 01434 612 710.
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