The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Therapy Assistant Practitioner

The closing date is 12 October 2025

Job summary

Part time, permanent position, 26.25 hours per week.

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic individual to the Band 4 Therapy Assistant Practitioner role within the Inpatient Therapy Team at Rotherham Hospital.

As a therapy assistant practitioner you will be part of a large well-established team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Therapy Assistant Practitioners and Therapy Support Workers. The team work generically, providing high quality care through effective team work in a fast paced environment. You will carry your own patient caseload providing early assessment, identifying their therapy needs, delivering therapeutic health care (including manual handling, mobilisation, delivering exercises and supporting activities of daily living) and working towards early discharge from hospital.

A positive and organised approach to rehabilitation and MDT working is essential as well as good communication skills and a commitment to team working within a safe, empathetic and supportive environment.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to work 26 hours and 15 minutes, between 08:30 and 16:30, Monday to Friday, with an expectation to contribute to weekend working. The successful candidate should be suitably qualified (foundation degree or NVQ III equivalent) and be able to demonstrate their experience relevant to the role.

The role involves working independently as well as part of the MDT offering evidence based/current best practice over 7 days to support with therapeutic assessment, intervention and timely discharge planning of adult patients across the inpatient therapy wards within Rotherham Hospital.Part of the role also includes appropriate identification of onward therapy needs and timely referrals to community services.

The patient caseload will present with a wide variety of conditions which may include cardiology, respiratory, general surgery, general medicine, frailty/care of the elderly, endocrinology/haematology and so on. We do not cover the specialities of stroke and orthopaedics.

If you possess the above skills and experiences, enjoy working in a fast paced therapeutic environment and can offer flexibility and a passion for patient-centred care, then this role is for you!

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

02 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-08-009

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S602UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Evidence of NVQ level 3 in relevant field or equivalent or willingness to work towards.
Functional skills level 2 Maths & English if not already qualified at GCSE or equivalent level in Maths & English
Ability to travel independently around Rotherham and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes (Adjustments can be considered in accordance with the equality act 2010)

Desirable

Care certificate

Experience

Essential

Experience of Care
Recent and relevant experience within an appropriate NHS setting or equivalent
Experience of working within a multi-professional team

Desirable

Experience of exercise/rehab roles

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Effective communicator - written, verbal and non-verbal skills
Convey sensitive information
Demonstrates skills & ability in use of computer systems
Responds appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
Ensures the collection of data in order to inform decision making within the service
Team player
Approachable
Resilient
Flexible approach to work
Genuine desire to care for people

Knowledge & awareness

Essential

Understanding of the role of the support worker in rehabilitation / management of patients in speciality
Understanding of confidentiality
Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety
Able to recognise when guidance and support is required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Evidence of NVQ level 3 in relevant field or equivalent or willingness to work towards.
Functional skills level 2 Maths & English if not already qualified at GCSE or equivalent level in Maths & English
Ability to travel independently around Rotherham and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes (Adjustments can be considered in accordance with the equality act 2010)

Desirable

Care certificate

Experience

Essential

Experience of Care
Recent and relevant experience within an appropriate NHS setting or equivalent
Experience of working within a multi-professional team

Desirable

Experience of exercise/rehab roles

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Effective communicator - written, verbal and non-verbal skills
Convey sensitive information
Demonstrates skills & ability in use of computer systems
Responds appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
Ensures the collection of data in order to inform decision making within the service
Team player
Approachable
Resilient
Flexible approach to work
Genuine desire to care for people

Knowledge & awareness

Essential

Understanding of the role of the support worker in rehabilitation / management of patients in speciality
Understanding of confidentiality
Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety
Able to recognise when guidance and support is required

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.