Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Multi Profession Rehab Assistant (MRPA) (Stroke)
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Multi Profession Rehab Assistant (MRPA) (Stroke)
Multi-Profession Rehabilitation Assistant (Fixed Secondment, 8 Months) – North Wales, BCUHB
North Wales and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) are expanding their stroke services, offering an exciting fixed-term secondment opportunity for a Multi-Profession Rehabilitation Assistant (MPRA) to join the Acute Stroke Team.
About the Role
THIS POST IS FIXED-TERM/SECONDMENT for 8 MONTHS to support stroke service delivery.
URGENT NOTE: If you are interested, you must obtain permission from your current line manager before applying.
You’ll play a key role in delivering holistic rehabilitation services, working closely with:
- Physiotherapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Speech and Language Therapists
- Dietitians
As part of a multi-professional team, your aim will be to support and enhance recovery for stroke survivors.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about neurological rehabilitation
- Committed to empowering individuals
- Self-motivated, compassionate, and adaptable
- Willing to continuously learn new skills
Recent (preferably 2+ years) experience in a therapy health care setting is essential, along with proficient computer skills (as documentation is fully electronic).
Key Responsibilities
You will assist in delivering rehabilitation with a holistic approach, under the supervision of qualified therapists, including:
- Implementing therapy programmes for stroke survivors
- Facilitating daily rehabilitation and acute care, adhering to national standards
- Conducting and documenting individual therapy sessions
- Collecting audit data (e.g., updating the Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme e-database)
- Supporting ongoing stroke service development across North Wales
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Location: Primarily Glan Clwyd Hospital, with potential to support Emergency Services Delivery (ESD) and Rehabilitation services in Conway/Denbighshire as required.
Language Skills: Welsh language skills are desirable, but applications in English or Welsh are equally welcomed.
About Working with BCUHB
The largest health organisation in Wales, serving ~700,000 people across North Wales, BCUHB offers:
- A challenge, a fresh start, or the chance to make a real difference to patient care
- Supportive leadership and an engaged workforce
- A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion (including the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme)
- Aligning with Organisational Values & ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework
Note:
Successful applicants will receive all recruitment updates via email. Applications may be submitted in Welsh—these will not be treated less favourably than English-language applications.
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Detailed Job Requirements
Person Specification
Experience
Essential:
- Experience in a therapy healthcare setting
- Able to promote independence and its impact on health and wellbeing
- Clear understanding of:
- The roles of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech & Language Therapists, and Dietitians
- Rehabilitation concepts within stroke recovery
- Knowledge of major stroke-related conditions and their effects
- NHS healthcare environment experience
Desirable:
- Previous experience working with stroke survivors
Qualifications
Essential:
- Level 3 Quality Credit Framework qualification (e.g., NVQ or OCN) in Health & Social Care
- Documented training participation
- Proven experience at diploma-equivalent level in relevance to stroke/specialist therapy
- GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language (and literacy/numeracy proficiency)
Desirable:
- Membership of a professional body or special interest group
- A Level 4 qualification in a relevant clinical field
For full details, refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification accessible via the Apply now button.
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