Therapy Team Manager - Hitchin

Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units, and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people in regaining lost skills. We treat individuals with a range of brain injuries resulting from trauma, illness, substance abuse, and more, helping them recover and achieve personal goals. Our passionate employees foster a strong team spirit across our services, supporting each other effectively.

About us:

Stagenhoe is a Brainkind specialist neurological care centre based in Hertfordshire, caring for adults aged 18 and over with various neurological conditions. We provide the necessary care to enhance health and wellbeing, promote independence, and support emotional and social needs.

Our facilities utilize expert neurorehabilitation to improve the lives of individuals with neurological conditions or brain injuries.

Main duties of the job

MAIN PURPOSE:

To provide effective leadership to a specialized therapy team and recreational therapy team, supporting the Senior Management Team in service delivery, quality improvement, and clinical governance.

Rewards:

Enjoy excellent benefits, including discounts on various brands and services.

• A competitive salary of £31,746 - £35,773 per annum pro-rata
• 38 days annual leave
• Health Cash Plan (from June)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Training and support
• Company pension
• Long service and staff awards
• Free parking

Job responsibilities

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee service delivery from referral to discharge, ensuring effective treatment planning and delivery.
• Maintain awareness of team caseloads to optimize service efficiency.
• Lead clinical governance activities related to risk management and policy implementation.
• Ensure high standards of service within guidelines and resource constraints, with proper documentation.
• Manage and support staff within the service, providing leadership and guidance.
• Act as on-site deputy leader and contribute to service development through participation in audits, evaluations, and service user involvement.
• Chair interdisciplinary team and review meetings as appropriate.
• Collaborate with other professionals to manage cross-organizational operational issues.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate therapy interventions tailored to service users' needs.
• Manage your own caseload within a defined clinical area.
• Monitor mandatory and ongoing training attendance for team members.
• Engage in research and development activities, including audits.
• Maintain a safe working environment, uphold confidentiality, and perform additional reasonable tasks as needed.

Person Specification Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Relevant post-registration training and leadership experience in health/social care
• Membership of a relevant Professional Specialist Interest Group (desirable)
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Experience working across healthcare settings with clients with neurological conditions
• Experience with evidence-based practice, research, audits, and outcome measures
• Advanced knowledge of neurological assessments and interventions, with complex clinical reasoning
• Leadership experience, including team management and appraisals

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.