Generic Therapy Assistant

NHS

  • Derby
  • £24,937-26,598 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 2 days ago
An opportunity has arisen within University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust. Our stroke service is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Generic Therapy Assistant, to work across the stroke services, at the Royal Derby Hospital, and Florence Nightingale Hospital.You will be an essential member of an established multi-disciplinary stroke team, working flexibly to ensure optimum care for all stroke patients. You will work alongside Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, specialising in stroke, as well as other members of the multi-disciplinary team, with a focus on assisting stroke patients through the various stages of their care.Applicants must have relevant recent experience in a Healthcare/ Care Home environment, and must possess an NVQ level 2 or equivalent care based competencies.There will be a requirement to cover some Bank holidays and work on a weekend rota within Stroke Services.Main duties of the jobThe post-holder will have a hands-on role with patients, undertaking a variety of tasks, including assisting in the treatment of an individual or group of patients. They will perform activities that will help patients with activities of daily living, assist in improving functional independence, and aid mobility issues on the Stroke Units. They will also be expected to provide a range of housekeeping and administrative duties to support the team.This post offers regular supervision and in-service training sessions, along with the opportunity to develop clinical competencies as part of your appraisal.This post will offer you the opportunity to develop your skills in this clinical field, within a supportive Multi-disciplinary team (MDT) in order to support stroke patients throughout different stages of the stroke pathway.You will be required to have strong communication skills, time management, and prioritisation skills to work as part of the MDT.Closing date of applications: 10th September 2025Interview date: 24th September 2025About usAs a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care TogetherOur fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.In return we will offer:
  • Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
  • On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
  • Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
  • We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
  • We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
  • An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
  • Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
  • Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
  • We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
  • We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
  • UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
DetailsDate posted01 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,937 to £26,598 a year pro rata paContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number320-CDCS-3788Job locationsRoyal Derby HospitalUttoxeter RoadDerbyDE22 3NEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS EmployersYour application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below). Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS EmployersYour application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).Person SpecificationQualification/ EducationEssential
  • Have the ability and interest to undertake an NVQ level III in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Care / Mobility and Movement or equivalent training through short courses / in-service training
Desirable
  • Evidence at recent relevant courses/ training
  • NVQ Level 3 health and social care
  • GCSE Maths and English
  • NVQ level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
Experience & KnowledgeEssential
  • Previous relevant experience within NHS
  • Evidence of experience in moving and handling adults/ older people
  • Experience in dealing with confidential and sensitive information
Desirable
  • Demonstrates knowledge of patient care
  • Previous employment as Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Previous experience of working with adults following stroke
  • Experience in informal teaching/demonstrating job role to other staff
Skills & AbilityEssential
  • Awareness of the need for patient dignity and privacy
  • Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession
  • Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes
  • Able to form patient relationship in order to achieve common goals
Desirable
  • Show an awareness of patient rights
  • Evidence of recent learning
Person SpecificationQualification/ EducationEssential
  • Have the ability and interest to undertake an NVQ level III in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Care / Mobility and Movement or equivalent training through short courses / in-service training
Desirable
  • Evidence at recent relevant courses/ training
  • NVQ Level 3 health and social care
  • GCSE Maths and English
  • NVQ level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
Experience & KnowledgeEssential
  • Previous relevant experience within NHS
  • Evidence of experience in moving and handling adults/ older people
  • Experience in dealing with confidential and sensitive information
Desirable
  • Demonstrates knowledge of patient care
  • Previous employment as Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Previous experience of working with adults following stroke
  • Experience in informal teaching/demonstrating job role to other staff
Skills & AbilityEssential
  • Awareness of the need for patient dignity and privacy
  • Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession
  • Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes
  • Able to form patient relationship in order to achieve common goals
Desirable
  • Show an awareness of patient rights
  • Evidence of recent learning

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