NHS AfC: Band 3

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT) is the largest community healthcare provider in Sussex.

• 4,750 full and part time staff, with over 4,000 people registered on our bank
• 14 inpatient and outpatient locations, serving a total community of 1.3 million people
• Medical, nursing and therapeutic care provided to over 9,000 children and adults a day
• July 2018 Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating of 'Good' with 'Outstanding' features
• Stonewall Diversity Champions, and Disability Confident Employer - Level 2

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Wheelchair Therapy Technician to join our small, friendly and hard-working team providing assessment and equipment for children and adults in the Worthing area.

The post is based between Brighton General Hospital and a satellite clinic in Worthing, and includes both clinic and community working. The successful applicant will have a practical, organised and flexible approach to working, and will have experience in using tools. Previous experience of working in healthcare is not essential, but the successful applicant will have the ability to communicate well with people of all ages and needs, and have an understanding of the challenges faced by our service users.

Full induction and training will be provided. A full valid driving licence is essential, as is the ability to work well alone and within a team.

Please see the job description and person specification for further details.

For more information please contact Esmé Barrow-Retallack on 01273 265850 or email esme.barrow-retallack@nhs.net

This post may close earlier than the published closing date if sufficient applications are received.

Correspondence relating to this vacancy will be conducted electronically. Please ensure that you check your emails on a regular basis. References will be requested electronically also; please ensure you provide correct contact details for referees.

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• JD & PS
• Staff Benefits Brochure
• About Us

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