Band 3 Neuro Rehab Therapy Assistant (Fixed Term)

Transformation Unit; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full NHS terms of employment

Relocation allowance

Well-being services

Job summary

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Therapy Assistant to support neuro rehabilitation on the Moseley Hall Hospital ward. You will work with Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists to progress rehabilitation plans for inpatients with stroke and other neurological conditions.

The role requires strong communication, IT skills, and a commitment to patient-centred care. Flexible 7-day coverage is required; NHS terms apply.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy principles and the Therapy Assistant role.
• Knowledge of OT/PT equipment and safe community adaptation.
• Experience collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists with assessment and ongoing neuro inpatient rehabilitation.
• Support therapy services in unit, community settings and pre-discharge home visits.
• Provide feedback to therapists on treatment outcomes.
• Work within the MDT to enhance neuro rehabilitation effectiveness.
• Flexibly cover 7-day working pattern as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Therapy assistant knowledge

OT/PT knowledge

Equipment knowledge

MDT collaboration

Education

BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in OT/PT care

Job description

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Therapy Assistant to support neuro rehabilitation on the Moseley Hall Hospital ward. You will work with Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists to progress rehabilitation plans for inpatients with stroke and other neurological conditions.

The role requires strong communication, IT skills, and a commitment to patient-centred care. Flexible 7-day coverage is required; NHS terms apply.