Overview
This role combines the Physiotherapy Degree Apprenticeship programme with the University of Lancashire. The apprenticeship begins in September; the post holder will work as a Physiotherapy Assistant during the interim period.
The programme spans three academic years, combining face‑to‑face learning with clinical work. On completion, graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and become qualified physiotherapists.
Responsibilities
* Develop and continuously improve physiotherapy skills throughout the degree programme.
* Manage a caseload of patients under the supervision of a Senior Therapist/Team Lead, providing effective therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.
* Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of therapy programmes as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Interpret clinical information and take appropriate action to achieve planned outcomes.
* Practice in accordance with Trust policies, guidelines, standards and statutory requirements, maintaining a safe clinical environment.
* Operate within defined competency boundaries, with responsibility increasing over time.
* Provide timely and efficient physiotherapy interventions according to clinical protocols and service priorities.
* Ensure high standards of clinical care in line with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy expectations.
* Use investigative and analytical skills to conduct comprehensive patient assessments.
* Formulate and implement individual management and treatment plans using clinical reasoning and a wide range of treatment skills.
* Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and improve patient pathways.
* Respond to unforeseen situations that take precedence over planned work.
* Provide advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other health professionals to promote understanding of physiotherapy aims.
* Support the development of assistants and students.
* Use highly developed communication skills to establish good working relationships with colleagues, service users and carers.
* Deal effectively with complex, sensitive or contentious communications with support from a senior therapist.
* Act as an active member in the evaluation of clinical services, including the development, implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcome measures.
* Reflect on service delivery issues and notify managers/area leads where appropriate.
Qualifications and Entry Requirements
* Five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English Language, Maths and one Science.
* UCAS 128 points at A2 (ABB) including one Science; Biology/Human Biology preferred, but Psychology, Sociology and PE acceptable.
* BTEC National Diploma DDM in a relevant subject (optional).
* Prior acute healthcare experience is preferred.
Eligibility
* Must have been resident in the UK for the last three years.
* Cannot accept individuals currently on a funded apprenticeship programme.
This advert closes on Thursday 30 Apr 2026.
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