Assistant Practitioner / Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy

NHS Scotland; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Band 4 assistant practitioner to join their Surgical team on a full-time permanent basis. This role involves supporting physiotherapy and occupational therapy staff in delivering patient care within a ward environment. Candidates will manage their own caseload, demonstrate strong communication skills, and have prior experience in a clinical setting. Comprehensive training and development opportunities are provided, alongside a supportive work environment. This position requires flexible working hours, including weekends.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus public holidays

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Required to engage with and motivate patients effectively.
• Must carry own patient caseload and follow treatment protocols.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-professional team.

Responsibilities

• Support physiotherapy and occupational therapy teams in patient rehabilitation.
• Manage own caseload and report patient progress.
• Assist patients with mobility and activities of daily living.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Understanding of rehabilitation process

Education

Experience in relevant clinical setting

High standard of written and verbal communication skills

Occupational Health Clearance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

Glasgow is a vibrant city bursting with character and personality where you will find world famous visitor attractions, a contemporary food and drink scene and a legendary nightlife.

The Role

Within South Sector the AHP teams work together supporting each other to ensure we produce high quality care for our patients. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 assistant practitioner to join the Surgical team on a full time permanent basis. This post involves supporting the physiotherapy and occupational therapy staff in delivering a high quality service to patients. The work will be based mainly in a ward environment, however this may vary according to the service and patient group. The applicant will be expected to carry their own patient caseload and to treat patients while following protocol led guidelines. Candidates must have previous experience of working as a therapy support worker at band 3 or above level and have the skills to engage with and motivate others. You should be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to health care. Candidates should display flexibility and evidence a strong team work ethic. Training will be provided to allow you to undertake clinical and non clinical duties. You will be fully supported by the physiotherapy and occupational therapy staff and will participate in supervision and personal development planning to help fulfil continuous professional development. This post requires the post holder to participate in seven day working/extended hours working.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

Permanent, Full time
Shift Pattern - 5/7 including weekend working
Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

Key Responsibilities

• Is legally accountable and responsible for all aspects of own work including direct and indirect patient care, within scope of practice.
• Gains valid consent for each intervention and has the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent.
• Assists the physiotherapy and/or occupational therapy team in the rehabilitation of patients to maximise functional independence and rehabilitation potential.
• Manages own caseload and is responsible for assessing patient progress and reporting back to the physiotherapist and/or occupational therapist where required.
• Treats patients individually or in a group in a ward, gym, clinic or ADL (activities of daily living) suite environment.
• Act independently to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, treat and progress patient care within scope of practice, to maximise functional independence and rehabilitation potential including decision making regarding discharge from care.
• Delegate appropriate caseload and tasks to band 3 Healthcare support worker (HCSW).
• Undertakes skilled support e.g. mobility treatment progression without the presence of a physiotherapist, transfer and ADL treatment progression without the presence of an occupational therapist.
• Liaises with the physiotherapist and/or occupational therapist as necessary regarding patient care. In particular highlighting any issues out with scope of practice.
• Instructs patients and advises carers, providing direction and guidance on a range of physical therapy, mobility, transfer and ADL activities.
• Undertakes initial information gathering from patients, which may include discussion with relatives/carers and accessing relevant databases/systems.
• Contributes to development of patient care by attending relevant team, departmental or other appropriate meetings.
• Works as a member of a multi‑professional team to ensure effective communication and delivery of care.
• Documents accurate records of work undertaken and keeps monthly statistics as required, including documenting patient contacts in line with CSP/RCOT and service standards.
• Provides stock maintenance and ordering and other clerical duties e.g. photocopying and filing.
• Collates and enters statistical data for service audit/development purposes onto the relevant database or appropriate record store.
• Contributes to department tidiness in line with infection control and health and safety, cleans AHP equipment regularly meeting ICT standards
• Checks equipment regularly to ensure that it meets health and safety standards and is fit for use. Repairs are arranged as necessary.
• May be asked to assist with the induction and orientation of new support workers or students or band 5 staff.
• Regularly attends and occasionally delivers AHP departmental and specialty team in‑service training programme to promote own personal development.
• Develops and maintains a record of Continuing Professional Development activities, which reflects training and experience equivalent to HNC level or SVQ level III.
• Ensures that all Statutory and Mandatory training is kept up to date.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

Essential

• Occupational Health Clearance
• PVG Membership
• High standard of written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate including use of e‑mail, Microsoft Office and relevant clinical programmes
• Committed to speciality
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in relevant clinical setting
• Understanding of rehabilitation process

Desirable

• Evidence of further qualifications
• Decision making
• Leadership qualities

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Lynsey Thomson, AHP Team Lead - [e-mail] - 0141 452 2937

Information for candidates

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part‑time working hours will be reduced on a pro‑rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full‑time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as 'various', we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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