The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Therapy Technical Instructor - Stroke & Neurology

The closing date is 20 February 2026

Job summary

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge? We are seeking enthusiastic, a compassionate and hardworking individual who are keen to make a real difference to patient care by joining our dynamic Inpatient Therapy Team.

We are pleased to offer a parttime opportunity for a Band 3 Generic Technical Instructor within Inpatient Therapy Team 4 (Stroke and Neurology).

As a valued member of our team, you will support therapists in the assessment and treatment of inpatients referred to Mid Yorkshire Therapy Services. Working under guidance, you will carry out delegated therapy tasks including (but not limited to):

Mobility practice and exercise programmes

Washing and dressing reviews

Supporting therapy staff on patient visits

Day today administrative tasks that assist with safe and timely patient discharge

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is motivated, patient centred and eager to develop within stroke and neurological rehabilitation. You will be joining a friendly, supportive therapy team committed to delivering high quality care and promoting patient independence.

Main duties of the job

Support therapists in delivering rehabilitation programmes and therapeutic activities.

Engage patients in exercises and mobility practice, demonstrating and adjusting mobility aids and specialist equipment.

Contribute to assessments, provide feedback on patient progress and adapt interventions based on changing needs.

Plan and manage your own delegated caseload, working independently and as part of the team.

Carry out home visits to deliver equipment, review adaptations and assess functional needs.

Ensure all equipment is safe, clean and maintained; follow manual handling, infection control and lone working procedures.

Assist with group sessions, individual rehab programmes and nutrition/hydration support where required.

Identify and escalate changes in condition, risks or safeguarding concerns.

Complete administrative tasks such as stock control, note retrieval, appointment organisation and basic documentation.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).

Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.

As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more.

If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Date posted

02 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

001018

Job locations

Pinderfields Hospital

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Job description

Job responsibilities

GCSE in maths and English grades A-C or equivalent relevant experience
NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent level qualification
Experience of working as a support worker within a health care setting
Experience of working as part of a team
Awareness of the impact of health and disability on lifestyle
Awareness of health and social care systems
Awareness of Stroke and Neurological conditions and the impact these have on function
Awareness of how communication can be adapted to respond to a variety of clinical situations
Awareness of the role of an Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist in health care
Knowledge of health and safety issues within the work place and how risk can be managed
Able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing

Job description

Job responsibilities

GCSE in maths and English grades A-C or equivalent relevant experience
NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent level qualification
Experience of working as a support worker within a health care setting
Experience of working as part of a team
Awareness of the impact of health and disability on lifestyle
Awareness of health and social care systems
Awareness of Stroke and Neurological conditions and the impact these have on function
Awareness of how communication can be adapted to respond to a variety of clinical situations
Awareness of the role of an Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist in health care
Knowledge of health and safety issues within the work place and how risk can be managed
Able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Please click 'apply now' to view the full person specification (there is no obligation to submit an application).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Please click 'apply now' to view the full person specification (there is no obligation to submit an application).

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.