Job summary
The Community Physiotherapy Team is seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 3 Therapy Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality respiratory and rehabilitation services across Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI) and Montagu Hospital (MMH).
Working as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary therapy team, you will contribute to the delivery of pulmonary rehabilitation programmes, assist within respiratory outpatient clinics, treat patients in the community, and provide essential administrative and service-support functions to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centred care.
You will work under the guidance and supervision of experienced physiotherapists and therapy assistants, supporting patients to maximise independence, self-management, and functional ability within community and outpatient settings. This role offers a varied and rewarding mix of clinical and non-clinical duties, with opportunities to develop skills in respiratory care, exercise delivery, patient education, and service coordination.
Main duties of the job
- Support the delivery of pulmonary rehabilitation sessions, including supervising exercise circuits, monitoring patient symptoms, and promoting safe activity progression.
- Assist physiotherapists in the assessment and treatment of respiratory outpatients, including functional assessments and patient education.
- Provide administrative support such as booking appointments, maintaining accurate patient records, managing equipment, and supporting service coordination.
- Contribute to the smooth running of services across both DRI and MMH, including preparation of clinical areas and assisting with group classes.
- Encourage patient motivation, adherence, and confidence through clear communication and compassionate support.
- Work collaboratively with physiotherapists, therapy assistants, and wider MDT colleagues to ensure seamless care pathways.
- Participate in in-service training and development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in respiratory and rehabilitation therapy.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate 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
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate 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
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Health or social care related work
- Broad Therapy experience/experience in a therapy setting
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of working with patients with respiratory or cardiac conditions
Desirable
- Experience of working in group settings
- Experience of teaching or enabling
- Experience of working in PR or Cardiac Rehab
- Experience of manual handling
- Experience of using Trust IT systems such as SystmOne, Clinical Portal etc
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- 2 GCSE's or equivalent qualification
- Formal qualification equivalent to level 3 in relevant area such as Physiotherapy Units/Allied Health Professionals (Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy)
- IT skills
Desirable
- Training courses relevant to post
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Good communication and listening skills
- An understanding of the needs of people with disabilities and their carers
- Ability to present information written and orally in a clear, accurate and logical manner
- Ability to reflect on own practice
- Ability to form good working relationships within multidisciplinary team
- Ability to take direction from others
- Ability to prioritise and manage own caseload
- Effective time management skills
- Delegation skills
- Proactive problem-solving skills
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust policies to meet the differing needs of patients and carers : - Data Protection/ Confidentiality - Equality and Diversity - Health and Safety
- Ability to keep accurate, timely and legible documentation
Desirable
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Health or social care related work
- Broad Therapy experience/experience in a therapy setting
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of working with patients with respiratory or cardiac conditions
Desirable
- Experience of working in group settings
- Experience of teaching or enabling
- Experience of working in PR or Cardiac Rehab
- Experience of manual handling
- Experience of using Trust IT systems such as SystmOne, Clinical Portal etc
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- 2 GCSE's or equivalent qualification
- Formal qualification equivalent to level 3 in relevant area such as Physiotherapy Units/Allied Health Professionals (Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy)
- IT skills
Desirable
- Training courses relevant to post
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Good communication and listening skills
- An understanding of the needs of people with disabilities and their carers
- Ability to present information written and orally in a clear, accurate and logical manner
- Ability to reflect on own practice
- Ability to form good working relationships within multidisciplinary team
- Ability to take direction from others
- Ability to prioritise and manage own caseload
- Effective time management skills
- Delegation skills
- Proactive problem-solving skills
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust policies to meet the differing needs of patients and carers : - Data Protection/ Confidentiality - Equality and Diversity - Health and Safety
- Ability to keep accurate, timely and legible documentation
Desirable
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.
