Job summary Exciting opportunities have arisen for a proactive, dynamic and inspiring band 6 Occupational Therapist/ Physiotherapist to join the (Enter team here) with positions countywide. Rapid Response has four main work streams leading to a varied and fulfilling day including: Supporting intermediate care services e.g. D2A with patients who have short term reablement needs at home. As well as supporting the hospital at home team with more complex patients within the community, preventing hospital admission where possible Main duties of the job The main aim of the RRS team is to enable patients to stay at home, recover and re-engage with the important aspects of their life and prevent admissions to acute sectors.The post holder will be required to use enhanced skills to assess and clinically manage patients who have been identified as needing RR intervention to avoid further clinical deterioration or hospital admission. There will be a requirement for post holders to work closely with colleagues in the local neighbourhood teams.You will be expected to carry out specific therapy assessments to prevent admission to hospital, UCR work (including the above 9 pillars which will also incorporate supporting patients to get off the floor using appropriate lifting equipment), and to speed up discharges from local A&E departments, this will include treatment planning, assessing risk, promoting and enabling independent functioning. You will be committed to a person-centred approach to your work, have an ability to prioritise About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust , we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card , unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce , and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty , and breathtaking coastlines , with vibrant cities like Bristol , Bath , and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London . The region is home to excellent educational facilities , and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Details Date posted 26 June 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-PU-2674A Job locations Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached full job description.Maintains good communication, liaison and working arrangements with other Trust teams, Trusts and external agenciesTo use communication tools (verbal and non verbal) to gain valid informed consent with patients where there will often be barriers to effective communication e.g. loss of hearing, altered perception, expressive and receptive dysphasia, pain, fear. To have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment e.g. those with cognitive or speech difficulties. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached full job description.Maintains good communication, liaison and working arrangements with other Trust teams, Trusts and external agenciesTo use communication tools (verbal and non verbal) to gain valid informed consent with patients where there will often be barriers to effective communication e.g. loss of hearing, altered perception, expressive and receptive dysphasia, pain, fear. To have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment e.g. those with cognitive or speech difficulties. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy/ Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses related to this post Desirable Evidence of relevant post-graduate accredited courses Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Membership of relevant CSP special interest group Experience Essential Detailed, proven and up to date post graduate experience with extensive clinical experience relevant to the post Relevant and comprehensive evidence of life-long learning and post-graduation training Extensive and varied experience of the management of conditions related to the post Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Desirable Experience of service development, project management and evaluation Experience of working in an extended role and decision making Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy/ Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses related to this post Desirable Evidence of relevant post-graduate accredited courses Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Membership of relevant CSP special interest group Experience Essential Detailed, proven and up to date post graduate experience with extensive clinical experience relevant to the post Relevant and comprehensive evidence of life-long learning and post-graduation training Extensive and varied experience of the management of conditions related to the post Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Desirable Experience of service development, project management and evaluation Experience of working in an extended role and decision making Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Yeovil District Hospital, Higher Kingston, BA21 4AT Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom