Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust for a Band 4 Physiotherapy Assistant to join our inpatient rehabilitation services.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to support our Physiotherapy team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will play a key role in supporting patients' rehabilitation and recovery, helping to maximise independence and quality of life.
This post sits within a multidisciplinary team, working alongside Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Nurses, Psychologists, and Medical staff, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care.
Main duties of the job
Assist Physiotherapists in delivering evidence-based treatment programmes to patients in inpatient settings.
Support patients in carrying out rehabilitation exercises and functional activities.
Observe, monitor, and record patient progress, reporting back to supervising clinicians.
Prepare and maintain treatment areas and therapy equipment safely and effectively.
Contribute to patient-centred care planning as part of the wider multidisciplinary team.
Participate in team meetings, service development initiatives, and training sessions.
Be based at The Harbour, Blackpool, with the requirement to travel to other Trust sites when necessary to deliver treatment.
About us
We Offer:
Regular supervision and mentorship from qualified Physiotherapists.
Access to training and professional development opportunities, including CPD.
A structured preceptorship programme (for those newly entering NHS roles).
Opportunities to contribute to innovative service improvements and projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
When considering applying for this vacancy, please take time to consider all elements of the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
When considering applying for this vacancy, please take time to consider all elements of the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Has knowledge and understanding of long term conditions.
- Have knowledge of mental illness and disability.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare, therapy, or rehabilitation setting.
- Experience of patient facing care
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to prioritise workload and adapt to the changing needs of patients.
Education
Essential
- Assistant Practitioner Qualification or equivalent or NVQ level 4 or equivalent
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Has knowledge and understanding of long term conditions.
- Have knowledge of mental illness and disability.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare, therapy, or rehabilitation setting.
- Experience of patient facing care
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to prioritise workload and adapt to the changing needs of patients.
Education
Essential
- Assistant Practitioner Qualification or equivalent or NVQ level 4 or equivalent
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
