Specialist therapy assistant

NHS

  • Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham
  • £24,937-26,598 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 4 hours ago
Advert may close early due to sufficient applicationsThis post is within the Physiotherapy service to support people to improve their mobility and function enabling safe discharge out of hospital to either their own home or appropriate community services.The post holder will work under the direction of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists to implement the planned interventions either within the hospital or in the appropriate community setting; this may include simple environmental assessments and the prescription of simple equipment (as deemed within competence) or practice of specific therapeutic interventions /techniques. The post holder will communicate effectively with community services to assist in the planning of safe and effective discharge. The post holder will assist therapists carry out administrative duties associated with the delivery of services.Main duties of the jobThis post is within the Physiotherapy service to support people to improve their mobility and function enabling safe discharge out of hospital to either their own home or appropriate community services.In the Outpatients Department, the post holder will support delivery of physiotherapy interventions for patients attending with musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, or post-operative rehabilitation needs. This includes preparing patients for therapy sessions, supporting group classes, setting up and maintaining equipment, and monitoring patient compliance with exercise programmes under the guidance of a registered physiotherapist.To undertake any other duties deemed reasonable and appropriate by the Clinical Team Lead/Operational Lead or Service Lead for iMSK physiotherapy.About usSouth Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust now form University Hospitals Tees and as such you may be required to work at any site across both Trusts.At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, we want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development.We recruit for values and "Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool"DetailsDate posted04 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,937 to £26,598 a year pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number345-COM7427896Job locationsNorth tees and hartlepool hospitalStockton-on-TeesTS19 8PEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe post holder will be a caring responsible person, who can work well under instruction, as well on their own.To deliver pre-set therapy programmes following assessment by a state registered physiotherapist.To undertake basic assessment of each patients condition prior, during intervention or as a response of any treatment be observing any significant change or analysing variations and accurately reporting these to the primary therapist.To have good communication skills, organisation and interpersonal skills and will be required to have a reasonable standard of literacy and numeracy.Have the confidence and ability to work unsupervised in children/young adults own homes following prescribed programme of treatment or within educational settings. Have the confidence and ability to act as a mentor/trainer to staff in educational settings.To participate as lead or co-facilitator in group treatments, as directed by qualified therapist.Good time management skills.To organise and prioritise delegated work tasks and activities, being flexible to the needs of the service as directed by the therapist.Have basic knowledge of Paediatric clinical medical conditions and how they may present.To manage own caseload as delegated by the Therapist working within the hospital and community.To be flexible with regards to workload, changing duties and responsibilities.To provide rehabilitation programmes to children and young adults both in their homes and in educational settings.To use special skills to implement therapeutic procedures as directed by therapists which are within knowledge and experience. To modify programmes only when necessary within defined competencies and report back to the therapist.To assist in increasing the functional independence children and young adults through a range of therapeutic interventions, including handling and positioning of people.To participate in the training/mentoring of support staff and teachers in schools to support both individual and group therapies/strategies.To deliver and fit and demonstrate to children and young adults equipment after initial assessment by therapist and show good understanding of it, and ensure safe use.To be able to act with initiative and follow protocols if faced with an untoward incident whilst working out in the community/educational setting.To report and communicate to the therapist and other agencies on any change/difficulties regarding patients therapeutic programme.To liaise appropriately with other disciplines/agencies with regard to the rehabilitation plan.To participate in personal and service development including CPD.To be aware of and implement good customer relations and assist with administration tasks within the service area including data collection.To maintain a clean therapeutic environment and monitor stock levels of equipment were appropriate.To be familiar with referral agencies/procedures, Patients Charter and documentation used by therapists.To demonstrate an awareness and comply with Health & Safety, Fire, CPR, COSHH and Manual Handling.To comply and participate in audit/clinical governance and evidenced based practice.To abide by Trust Policies and Procedures.To undertake any other duties deemed reasonable and appropriate by the Clinical Team Lead or Service Lead for therapy services.To liaise with all agencies, carers and professionals involved in the delivery of services to children and young adults.To work as part of the extended multi-disciplinary team, with educational support staff and teachers.To enhance and develop relationships with other Services associated with the Service. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe post holder will be a caring responsible person, who can work well under instruction, as well on their own.To deliver pre-set therapy programmes following assessment by a state registered physiotherapist.To undertake basic assessment of each patients condition prior, during intervention or as a response of any treatment be observing any significant change or analysing variations and accurately reporting these to the primary therapist.To have good communication skills, organisation and interpersonal skills and will be required to have a reasonable standard of literacy and numeracy.Have the confidence and ability to work unsupervised in children/young adults own homes following prescribed programme of treatment or within educational settings. Have the confidence and ability to act as a mentor/trainer to staff in educational settings.To participate as lead or co-facilitator in group treatments, as directed by qualified therapist.Good time management skills.To organise and prioritise delegated work tasks and activities, being flexible to the needs of the service as directed by the therapist.Have basic knowledge of Paediatric clinical medical conditions and how they may present.To manage own caseload as delegated by the Therapist working within the hospital and community.To be flexible with regards to workload, changing duties and responsibilities.To provide rehabilitation programmes to children and young adults both in their homes and in educational settings.To use special skills to implement therapeutic procedures as directed by therapists which are within knowledge and experience. To modify programmes only when necessary within defined competencies and report back to the therapist.To assist in increasing the functional independence children and young adults through a range of therapeutic interventions, including handling and positioning of people.To participate in the training/mentoring of support staff and teachers in schools to support both individual and group therapies/strategies.To deliver and fit and demonstrate to children and young adults equipment after initial assessment by therapist and show good understanding of it, and ensure safe use.To be able to act with initiative and follow protocols if faced with an untoward incident whilst working out in the community/educational setting.To report and communicate to the therapist and other agencies on any change/difficulties regarding patients therapeutic programme.To liaise appropriately with other disciplines/agencies with regard to the rehabilitation plan.To participate in personal and service development including CPD.To be aware of and implement good customer relations and assist with administration tasks within the service area including data collection.To maintain a clean therapeutic environment and monitor stock levels of equipment were appropriate.To be familiar with referral agencies/procedures, Patients Charter and documentation used by therapists.To demonstrate an awareness and comply with Health & Safety, Fire, CPR, COSHH and Manual Handling.To comply and participate in audit/clinical governance and evidenced based practice.To abide by Trust Policies and Procedures.To undertake any other duties deemed reasonable and appropriate by the Clinical Team Lead or Service Lead for therapy services.To liaise with all agencies, carers and professionals involved in the delivery of services to children and young adults.To work as part of the extended multi-disciplinary team, with educational support staff and teachers.To enhance and develop relationships with other Services associated with the Service.Person SpecificationAppliacation & interviewEssential
  • High standard of literacy and numeracy - GCSE English and Maths
  • Demonstrate knowledge of therapeutic activities
  • Ability to navigate various IT systems and software packages
  • Able to work independently and under direction
  • Good organisational and time keeping skills
  • Valid UK driving license with access to a vehicle
  • Some experience in training/mentoring individuals
Desirable
  • Evidence of further education - NVQ/or equivalent
  • Knowledge of microsoft packages, Systm1, ELMs (TCES) and Oracle
  • Knowledge of General Data Protection Regulation
  • Evidence of delivering group sessions
  • NHS experience
Person SpecificationAppliacation & interviewEssential
  • High standard of literacy and numeracy - GCSE English and Maths
  • Demonstrate knowledge of therapeutic activities
  • Ability to navigate various IT systems and software packages
  • Able to work independently and under direction
  • Good organisational and time keeping skills
  • Valid UK driving license with access to a vehicle
  • Some experience in training/mentoring individuals
Desirable
  • Evidence of further education - NVQ/or equivalent
  • Knowledge of microsoft packages, Systm1, ELMs (TCES) and Oracle
  • Knowledge of General Data Protection Regulation
  • Evidence of delivering group sessions
  • NHS experience

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