Role Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced Band 4 Therapy Assistant to work in the Discharge to Assess service. You will be a part of the therapy Service and will work alongside Specialist Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapists to deliver an assessment at home.
The aim of the service is to create a smooth pathway from the acute hospital into the community by assessing the patient's therapy and care needs in a care home and in their own home. This means that patients no longer need to wait in hospital for these specific assessments which will reduce delays to discharge, improve patient flow, and allow patients to go home earlier.
We support discharge from hospital and complete an assessment at the patient's home or care home. Patients are still assessed in the hospital, however discharge to assess is an extension of this to ensure the patient has the right care and equipment at home.
The team fosters a fun and supportive environment with a focus on developing Band 4s to feel confident in their assessment skills. This community‑based approach requires lone working alongside a team‑based approach to assessment.
Key Responsibilities
* Take responsibility for the management of a defined caseload of patients within the D2A pathway following triage by the qualified therapist.
* Work as part of the team providing a comprehensive Therapy service under the guidance of qualified staff for patients in their own homes.
* Provide equipment provision to support people to be more independent and safe at home.
* Support people to re‑enable and recover at home, as capacity allows.
Requirements
* Band 4 Therapy Assistant qualification.
* Valid driving licence and access to a car for work purposes.
* Willingness to lone work as part of the role.
* Dual work‑based environment – working in patients' homes or care homes and completing administrative tasks from a home‑based environment (not office based).
Additional Information
No VISA sponsorship available for this role.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
This advert closes on Tuesday 24 Feb 2026.
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