Band 3 Neurological Therapy Assistant

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

Main area Therapy Assistant Grade Band 3 Contract Fixed term: 10 months (Current end date is 31st July) Hours Part time - 30 hours per week Job ref 820-8257781-ASR

Employer Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Moseley Hall Hospital Town Birmingham Salary £25,760 - £27,476 per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 14/10/2026 23:59

Band 3 Neurological Therapy Assistant

Job overview

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 Therapy Assistant to join our established multidisciplinary team on the neuro rehabilitation ward working with patients that have had Strokes and other neurological conditions such Traumatic Brain Injury. The role will include supporting inpatients with their rehabilitation at Moseley Hall Hospital.

We are looking for a dynamic, organised, and enthusiastic Therapy Assistant to work closely alongside our Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, to support and deliver progressive rehabilitation programmes, aiding our patients to reach their maximum functional abilities and achieve their goals. The role can be physically demanding but very rewarding.

The successful candidate will require good written and verbal communication skills and be computer literate.

The post holder will be supported to work through Band 3 Therapy Assistant Competencies, with training provided as required.

Please note: The split of time between working with the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy teams may fluctuate depending on the needs of the patients and service.

Main duties of the job

• To assist the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists with the assessment and ongoing therapeutic management of Neuro In-Patients. Conditions may include complex permanent disabilities, multiple pathologies, life-limiting conditions and challenging and unpredictable behaviours.
• To assist the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in delivering the Therapy Service within the unit, the community and with pre- discharge assessments of patients within their own homes.
• Reporting back to the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists on the outcomes of delegated treatments.
• To work as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, supporting registered health practitioners, contributing to the effectiveness of team working in neuro rehabilitation.
• Ability to work flexibly across a 7 day working pattern and to provide support within the neuro rehabilitation beds as and when required.

BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.

If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information about this role please see the Job Description and Personal Specification document attached.

Qualifications / training

• BTEC (Occupational Therapy Support Workers) or NVQ Level 3 in an OT/PT Care related

Skills/knowledge Range and level of skills Depth and extent of knowledge

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate a knowledge of the basic aims and principles of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy and the Therapy Assistant role
• Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy skills and completion of associated competencies
• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy equipment and able to assess and fit safely in the community

Experience

• Experience as a Health Care Support Worker or Therapy Assistant in Care of the Elderly or Rehabilitation
• Show evidence of self development and rehabilitation skills with the above mentioned
• Demonstrate ability to work as part of the MDT

Personal Qualities

• Ability to be flexible, adaptable and able to work on own initiative
• Able to empathise with and relate to patients, carers and staff
• Enthusiasm and recognition of the need for self development

In accordance with UK Home Office requirements, Band 2 clinical and non-clinical roles and Band 3 Non-Clinical roles are not eligible for sponsorship.

Please note that the majority of non-clinical roles (Agenda for Change Band 3 - 6) with the exception of those which appear on this list - link , will not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK.

All non-clinical roles (Agenda for Change Bands 7 - 9) that meet the prescribed skill level (RQF 6) and salary threshold will be eligible for sponsorship.

The Trust will accept applications from candidates who can evidence their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes.

Disability Confident Employer and Guaranteed Interview Scheme

BCHC offers a guaranteed interview to any candidate who is Disabled, Neurodiverse, has a hidden or long term health condition as recognised under the Equality Act 2010, providing they meet the essential criteria of the job role, as set out in the person specification. We encourage applicants to submit their applications and to request any reasonable adjustments where required.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As part of our ongoing commitment to being a Great Place to Work, we actively foster and support a workplace culture that is inclusive and equitable for all staff, patients and service users.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with diverse abilities, experiences, and perspectives.

We are also dedicated to supporting the career progression of colleagues from underrepresented backgrounds into this role and more senior roles within the Division and the wider organisation.

Promoting Workforce Equality

In response to data held by BCHC which demonstrates that individuals from particular protected characteristics are under-represented, BCHC are striving to redress these imbalances. In order to do this, the Trust is committed to the employment and career development of individuals with these protected characteristics. As part of this commitment and given this under-representation, the Trust guarantees an interview to any applicants from under-represented groups for positions at Band 8a and above whose application meets the essential criteria for the post as detailed on the Person Specification.

The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of people who identify as Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on the basis of merit. In order to ensure the diversity of our workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

DBS Costs

Please be aware that all new employees starting work with the Trust will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if it is required for the role. The cost will be deducted from your salary in 3 payments over a 3-month period once you start employment. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to these deductions being made. The charges for the DBS include the administration fee. The total costs are £26.40 for a standard check and £54.40 for an enhanced check. The level of check will be determined by the post you are applying for. For bank Workers the full cost of the DBS check (as detailed above) will be deducted from your pay following completion of your online mandatory training. No payment will be made for your online training until it is all complete and verified by the Temporary Staffing Team. Please note: You will not be able to work any bank shifts until you have completed your mandatory training, and your DBS is in place.

Flexible Working

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) supports a variety of flexible working practices and, where possible (given our range of services and community settings) dependent upon the requirements associated with the role, will actively consider requests made and support these where practically possible. This may include hybrid patterns of working to enable colleagues to request the flexibility of a mixture of home/base working.

In accordance with the NHS People Promise, the Trust is committed to facilitating a healthy work/life balance that is essential to health and wellbeing and to making BCHC a ‘Great Place to Work’. We will be happy to discuss and consider all requests relating to working patterns and hours at your interview so please do ask!

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Benefits of working for us:

• Full NHS terms and conditions including extensive holidays, Agenda for Change pay with enhancements
• Attractive relocation payment if you relocate to the local area.
• Discounts for local and national retailers
• Dedicated well-being services for all employees
• Flexible working where possible

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.