Therapy Assistant Practitioner- development post
Band 3-4
Main area Allied Health Professionals- Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Grade Band 3-4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00) Job ref 310-OPAC-7950703
Site Trafford Ward, North Cambs Hospital Town Wisbech Salary £25,760 - £31,157 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 09/06/2026 23:59
Job overview
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS POST IS CURRENTLY ONLY OPEN TO EMPLOYEES OF CPFT
This is an excellent opportunity to develop into a Band 4 Therapy Assistant Practitioner. The post holder will initially work at a Band 3 competency level, with motivation and eagerness to develop their Therapy skills.
This job is within the In‑Patient Rehabilitation setting, primarily working at Trafford Ward at North Cambs Hospital.
The post‑holder will be supported with their development, with a view to have expanded their skills and knowledge to that of a Band 4 Therapy Assistant within 12 months.
Main duties of the job
The Therapy Assistant works under the direction of the Ward Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist, though is autonomous in their own caselaod. They will be based at Trafford Ward, with flexibility to cover the In‑Patient Rehab facility in Peterborough should the need arise.
1. To assess for, plan and implement therapy interventions, such as exercise programmes (group or individual), provision of mobility aids, measuring and fitting adaptive equipment, minor and major adaptations
2. To evaluate therapy interventions and facilitate discharge actions for safe discharge from the in‑patient setting
3. To identify when patients need interventions from other services and initiate timely onward referral as indicated
4. To effectively communicate verbally with patients, carers and colleagues using tact and persuasive skills. This may involve using skills where patients have difficulties in communication eg. Hearing loss, diminished sight, depression, speech problems, cognitive impairment, behavioural problems and pain
5. Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals
6. Be responsible for ensuring equipment is used safely, following relevant training, and that it is maintained appropriately
7. To assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment
8. To attend relevant external and internal courses to extend knowledge or gain relevant skills to improve clinical practice as identified as part of the Appraisal process
9. Will occasionally be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies
10. To work effectively within the team structure and liaise appropriately with members of the MDT and other agencies by attending MDT meetings, case reviews and whiteboard meetings
11. To inform/update all members of the multi‑disciplinary team, service users and appropriate others, of changes involving current care plans, patients progress and other relevant matters that pertain to the care of that patient
12. To promote independence and be proactive in reducing inpatient length of stay to ensure patients receive the appropriate care in the most appropriate setting
13. Contribute to maintaining a safe, comfortable and dignified environment for all patients/clients and carers
14. To maintain appropriate and timely documentation of each patient contact (ensuring these are recorded on SystmOne within 24 hours), including the recording of objective and subjective measurements
15. To adhere to optimal completion of initial assessment tasks for new admissions inclusive of forming rehabilitation plans with individualised goal setting, carrying out moving and handling risk assessments, completion of SystemOne templates and completion and recording of outcome measures
16. Work at all times within the scope of HCPC Code of Professional Practice, which is under direction of a HCPC‑registered Allied Health Professional (AHP)
17. To work towards being able to plan and prioritise own workload in order to achieve anticipated competency at 12 months
Person specification
Education
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
Experience
* Experience of working in a healthcare environment or care environment
* Experience of caring for adults and older people with physical and/or mental health conditions A particular interest in this age group and their welfare/rehabilitation.
* Use of adaptive equipment
Knowledge and skills
* Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality care and service provision
* Caring, approachable and courteous manner.
* Experience of using SystmOne or a similar patient record system
Other
* Willingness to be flexible in approach and attitude
Equal Opportunities Statement
We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from under‑represented groups including disabled people and members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.
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