Assistant​/Trainee Assistant Practitioner

Assistant/Trainee Assistant Practitioner

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We are looking for an Assistant Practitioner or a candidate who is prepared to work towards the Assistant Practitioner qualification. The successful applicant will work within their own delegated caseload, making day‑to‑day assessment of patients’ conditions and liaising closely with the ICC MDT and other agencies regarding treatment progression, patient safety and ongoing care.

• Provide support and assistance to registered clinicians in the delivery of community rehabilitation and nursing services.
• Assist in the assessment and management of patients, respecting privacy, dignity, individuality and promoting independence and wellbeing.
• Maintain a delegated caseload of patients identified by an allied health professional or registered nurse, prioritising workload appropriately.
• Use specialist skills and knowledge to offer flexible care for patients with physical, psychological, social and environmental needs to enable independence and well‑being.
• Implement interventions that enable patients to achieve personal goals, using continuous assessment and adjusting care to meet fluctuating needs; evaluate effectiveness.

The Trust will provide a 12‑month preceptorship period for new-to-registration Nursing Associates. Returning to practice members may access an agreed preceptorship period.

Further details are contained in the attached job description and person specification.

Applicants requiring a Health and Care or Skilled Worker visa must meet UKVI salary thresholds and be eligible for sponsorship. Please check eligibility before applying.

Applicants applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and meeting all essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

All applicants must supply DBS clearance. Standard check: £27.40 over 4 months. Enhanced check: £55.40 over 4 months.

• 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
• Flexible working scheme
• NHS discounts
• Salary sacrifice schemes (lease cars, Cycle to Work)
• Excellent opportunities for development
• Competitive NHS pension scheme
• Vivup confidential counselling service (subject to eligibility)

• Seniority Level: Internship
• Employment Type:
  
  Contract
• Job Function:
  Health Care Provider

For further information, contact the recruiting manager. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts.