Therapy Assistant
Closing date: 03 June 2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated band 3 therapy assistant to support qualified physiotherapists and occupational therapists on the acute wards, including surgical and medical wards and potentially critical care. You will work with a supportive team and be a valued member of the wider MDT. We will offer support, training and development opportunities.
Main duties of the job
Role of the Therapy Assistant: support the qualified Therapists with the implementation of rehabilitation treatment plans and interventions for patients.
Gather information from patients or families, follow treatment plans (under supervision), provide education and practice in activities of daily living and mobility, and assist with moving and handling of patients using appropriate equipment.
Input information into patient records via the Trust's digital notes system.
Job responsibilities
* To carry out specified interventions and programmes under the direct supervision of a qualified clinician.
* To report progress of patients during the implementation of planned interventions and programmes.
* To work with an individual or group in a variety of settings appropriate to the patient's need.
* To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients, contributing to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.
* To ensure patient safety and dignity at all times, using relevant methods to manage patients with challenging behaviours.
* To utilise effective communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively.
* To liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team following discussion with a qualified clinician.
* To ensure accurate, up-to-date clinical records are kept, ensuring their security and confidentiality at all times.
* To record and submit clinical activity data as required by the Trust in an accurate and timely manner.
* To be responsible for safe and competent use of equipment, including the provision of support, education and training to other staff, patients and carers as required.
* To be responsible for the maintenance, cleaning, monitoring and loan of equipment, maintaining its security at all times and keeping accurate records as required.
* To be responsible for ordering and stock control of materials and equipment as required.
* To support administrative and housekeeping duties as required.
Person Specification
Experience
* Experience of working with people
* Worked with patients in a hospital setting
Knowledge
* Understands the roles of PT and OT
* Knowledge of conditions treated by Therapists in a hospital setting
* Awareness of NEWS and its relevance
Skills
* Car driver with full UK driving licence
* Evidence of strengths within a team
* Proven communication skills
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.
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