Band 3 – Therapy Assistant - Barts NHS Trust

Pulse Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Barts NHS Trust in London is seeking a Band 3 Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation in major trauma orthopaedics, plastics and neurotrauma. You will assist in individualised care plans and work closely with the multidisciplinary team.

The role runs full time with hours 08:00-16:00, starting ASAP. The role emphasises patient-centred care, independence in exercises, and safe equipment/splinting use within a dynamic clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in major trauma orthopaedics, plastics and neurotrauma.
• Proficiency in handling equipment and splinting.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with joint and independent exercises and rehabilitation tasks.
• Assist in equipment and splinting management and ensure safe use of devices.
• Prepare treatment areas and maintain accurate patient records.
• Collaborate with therapists to implement care plans and support the therapy team.

Skills

Experience in major trauma orthopaed/

Equipment & splinting management

Organisational & time management

Communication & interpersonal skills

Independent and team working

Patient-centred care

Job description

Band 3 – Therapy Assistant - Barts NHS Trust

London

Job Title: Therapy Assistant - Barts NHS Trust Banding : 3 Location : London Start: ASAP Duration : Full time Rate : £ 14 - £ 15 per hour
Working hours: Monday – Friday ,37hrs per week ,08:00-16:00

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Band 3 Therapy Assistant to join our team at Barts NHS Trust in London. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support the delivery of high-quality therapy services within a dynamic healthcare environment. The successful candidate will work closely with patients and the multidisciplinary team to assist in the rehabilitation process, focusing on major trauma orthopaedics, plastics, and neurotrauma. This position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

What will your responsibilities be :

As a Band 3 Therapy Assistant, the role involves supporting patients in joint and independent exercises, functional tasks, and rehabilitation activities. Assisting in the management of equipment and splinting, ensuring all tools and devices are used safely and effectively, is essential. Duties include preparing treatment areas, maintaining accurate patient records, and providing encouragement and support to patients throughout their rehabilitation journey. Collaboration with therapists to implement individualised care plans and contributing to the overall efficiency of the therapy team is also required.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Experience in major trauma orthopaedics, plastics, and neurotrauma
• Ability to work with patients on joint and independent exercises, functional tasks, etc.
• Proficiency in equipment and splinting management
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting is desirable

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard Lis t.