Physiotherapy Assistant
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 22/09/2026
- Closes
- 06/10/2026
Sponsorship verdict
Candidates needing sponsorship are encouraged to apply.
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“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.”Quoted verbatim from the source advert
Role summary
This role involves assisting qualified physiotherapists in the rehabilitation of service users at Harplands Hospital, focusing on those with reduced mobility or musculoskeletal problems, as well as mental and physical health issues. The post holder will work under the guidance of physiotherapists and ward managers, primarily during 8-4, with some flexibility. Key duties include patient transport, assisting with care plans, and supporting service users with aids and group activities.
Essential criteria
- GCSE or equivalent English and Maths ? NVQ 2/3 or recognised equivalent.
- Have experience of working in a Mental health setting. ? Physiotherapy experience.
- Basic administration and clerical skills. ? To show initiative. ? Ability to recognise own limitations. ? Ability to work in a team. ? Effective interpersonal skills. ? Able to prioritise. ? Able to deal with difficult situations appropriately. ? Computer literacy.
- GCSE or equivalent English and Maths ? NVQ 2/3 or recognised equivalent.
- Have experience of working in a Mental health setting. ? Physiotherapy experience.
- Basic administration and clerical skills. ? To show initiative. ? Ability to recognise own limitations. ? Ability to work in a team. ? Effective interpersonal skills. ? Able to prioritise. ? Able to deal with difficult situations appropriately. ? Computer literacy.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £25,760 – £27,476 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 1d ago · Closes in 14d
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North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust
Physiotherapy Assistant
The closing date is 06 October 2026
Job summary
The Physiotherapy assistants will work alongside and support the qualified physiotherapists; The post holder will assist in the rehabilitation of Service users within the Harplands Hospital who are experiencing reduced mobility or musculoskeletal problems. The Post holder will support service users who are experiencing mental health and Physical health issues.
The post holder will work under the guidance of Physiotherapists and ward manager.
The post holder will predominantly work between 8-4 with some flexibility required around service user need.
Main duties of the job
Key Duties/Responsibilities
Taking patients to therapy or treatments
Assist in the delivery of care plans Recording Treatment activity in electronic patient records
Consulting with nursing staff and Physiotherapists
Prioritising patients in caseload Preparing equipment and reporting any defects Assisting service users during sessions with Physiotherapists
Supporting service users in the use of aids and appliances. This will include demonstrating how the support aids work
To support group activities within all wards.
Liaise and communicate with other agencies and community teams where necessary on behalf of the service user, under the supervision of the Physiothera
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