Job summary
Hywel Dda University Health Board are seeking an organised and motivated person for a Band 3 Physiotherapy Technician role in the Musculoskeletal physiotherapy out-patient team. The job role would be in the Ceredigion Locality at the Cardigan Integrated Care Centre.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to develop their skills in a supportive and dynamic department.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve carrying out individual and group intervention including exercise classes and having a caseload of patients with treatment plans as guided by a physiotherapist.
Good IT skills and knowledge of electronic record management systems will be beneficial as there will be a need to assist in the administrative duties of the physiotherapy service, including reception cover and inputting data .
The successful candidate will need to have good communication skills, be organised and flexible and be able to demonstrate their ability to work on their own as well as in collaboration with others.
They will be responsible for performing specific clinical tasks delegated to them by physiotherapists.
They will assist the team to ensure stock and equipment levels are maintained on a regular basis.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews to be held on 04/02/2026
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level or equivalent
- NVQ 3 / or level 3 learning or equivalent.
- Evidence of broad base of general education and/or life experiences
- IT skills
- Practical experience and knowledge acquired through in house training, short courses
Desirable
- ECDL
- Professional, technical or academic qualification which relate to clinical practice evidencing 60 credits level 3 learning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of physiotherapy service or in an associated healthcare field.
- Computer/keyboard skills
- Experience of working alone and as part of a team
- Willingness to undergo relevant training
Desirable
- Additional clinical or health care related experience
- Experience of working with groups of patients
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level or equivalent
- NVQ 3 / or level 3 learning or equivalent.
- Evidence of broad base of general education and/or life experiences
- IT skills
- Practical experience and knowledge acquired through in house training, short courses
Desirable
- ECDL
- Professional, technical or academic qualification which relate to clinical practice evidencing 60 credits level 3 learning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of physiotherapy service or in an associated healthcare field.
- Computer/keyboard skills
- Experience of working alone and as part of a team
- Willingness to undergo relevant training
Desirable
- Additional clinical or health care related experience
- Experience of working with groups of patients
Language Skills
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.
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).
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).
