Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Team
The closing date is 22 January 2026
Job summary
This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position
Integrated Discharge Team Therapy Assistant ,Band 2 (with progression supported to band 3 on completion of internal competencies). Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00 (30 min lunch)
We have an exciting for a suitable candidate to join our Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Team working within the Emergency Department and Acute Medical wards.
The role will involve supporting gathering subjective information from patients and relatives about social history. Physically it will involve supporting assessments alongside qualified professionals and also delivering care independently as delegated. This may be delivering exercise programmes, issuing walking aids or other ADL aids, stair assessments, toilet/bed transfers etc
Main duties of the job
The role is integrated between our Therapy Teams
They will treat patients according to set treatment protocols, monitoring patient progress, making minor alterations to patient treatment programmes as required and reporting back to the Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist regarding patient progress and any problems
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Details
Date posted
09 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,768 a year per annum pro rata inclusive of allowances
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
252-7694793
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
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