Integrated Therapy Assistant

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals; Lytham St Annes; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Integrated Therapy Assistant to join the Clifton Therapy team at Clifton Hospital in Lytham St Annes. The post involves supporting assessment and rehabilitation of patients, working with physiotherapists and occupational therapists to improve mobility and independence, and contributing to safe discharge planning.

The role requires understanding of physiotherapy and occupational therapy approaches, with training opportunities

Qualifications

• Evidence of recent appropriate study, development, and application in the work environment.
• Working towards or completed NVQ Level III or Health & Social Care qualification
• Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care.
• Good knowledge of the role of an Occupational Therapist
• Good knowledge of the role of a Physiotherapist

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, intervention and discharge planning of clients as directed by a physiotherapist or occupational therapist.
• Assess and prescribe mobility aids, equipment and minor adaptations with supervisor guidance.
• Assist in delivering therapeutic activities for individuals and groups.
• Manage a designated caseload and prioritise tasks daily.
• Engage in Continued Professional Development with support from supervisors.
• Educate/teach therapy students as part of the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Driving licence

Interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level III

Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care

Job description

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Main area Physiotherapy Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (7 day service on a rota basis) Job ref 382-NBC166-26

Site Clifton Hospital Town Lytham St Annes Salary £28,392 - £31,157 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 28/10/2026 23:59

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the west coast of Lancashire, with services covering the local authority areas of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre. The Trust is part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System (ICS) supporting a population of around 1.6 million people.

We have three main hospitals providing acute services to around 330,000 local residents. The organisation also provides specialist tertiary care for cardiac and haematology services, delivers community health services to over 445,000 residents including those in North Lancashire and hosts the National Artificial Eye Service across England. Plus, we provide urgent and emergency care services to an estimated 18 million people who visit the seaside resort each year. We employ over 7000 people from 68 different countries.

We welcome and encourage application from anyone with protected characteristics, as well as supporting reservists and Veterans who are looking for a rewarding and challenging career within the NHS.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals encourages flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance. Working patterns such as: part time working, self-rostering, compressed hours, annualised hours, term time, reverse term time and flexitime working can be explored.

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join us int he Clifton Therapy team as an Integrated Therapy Assistant.

As a therapy assistant you will be supporting the assessment and rehabilitation of patients with a wide range of conditions. Working alongside occupational therapists, physiotherapists and other members of the multidisciplinary team, you will help patients improve their mobility, function and independence, contributing to safe and timely discharge planning.

As an Integrated Assistant, an understanding of physiotherapy, occupational therapy and the rehabilitation approach is essential. Various training and development opportunities are available, including role specific competency training.

The successful candidate will become part of a dynamic and supportive team delivering a seven-day therapy service. As such, the post includes participation in weekend and bank holiday working, helping to ensure patients receive timely rehabilitation and safe discharge throughout the week.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder is responsible for the provision of assessment, treatment, intervention and discharge planning of clients assigned by a qualified physiotherapist or occupational therapist
• The post holder is responsible for the assessment and prescription of mobility aids, equipment and minor adaptations with supervision of supervisors where required.
• Use technical and creative skills to assist in the provision of therapeutic activities for individuals and groups of patients.
• Responsible for managing designated caseload on a day to day basis including prioritisation of tasks.
• Be responsible for own Continued Professional Development with support from supervisors.
• Participate in education of therapy students in relation to Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy processes.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to undergraduate education, CPD, clinical supervision, clinical governance and flexible working. You will also be supported in your role with an individualized job plan.

Working for Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust will provide you with lots of opportunity to develop your skills and further your career. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre and North Lancashire.

As a Trust we are committed to:

• Developing new roles and ways of working to ensure a flexible and innovative approach to staff.
• Real equality of opportunity.
• Continual development and learning for staff.
• Achieving a work life balance.

We are committed to the effective recruitment, retention and development for our employees, which is why we offer a great working environment, an attractive range of benefits and excellent opportunities for training and development.

The Trust is accredited as a disability Confident employer. That means we recognise our obligations to ensure people with disabilities are afforded equal opportunity to enter employment and progress if and where possible.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills and experience within hospital therapies while making a meaningful difference to patients' recovery and wellbeing.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full details please see attached Job Description and person specification

Person specification

Qualifications

• Evidence of recent appropriate study, development, and application in the work environment.
• Working towards or completed NVQ Level III or Health & Social Care qualification
• Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care.
• Good knowledge of the role of an Occupational Therapist
• Good knowledge of the role of a Physiotherapist

Experience

• Previous or current employment in health / social care / vocational rehabilitation setting
• Previous or current experience working as part of an effective team
• Previous Occupational Therapy Assistant/ Physiotherapy Assistant/ Speech and Language/ Dietetic Assistant or Rehab Assistant or Healthcare Assistant experience

Skills

• Ability to work independently and use own initiative
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to undertake allocated interventions appropriate to level of competence
• Good interpersonal skills
• Understanding of professional conduct
• Understanding the importance of confidentiality
• Basic IT skills
• Current UK driving licence with access to a car for work purposes
• Experience presenting information/teaching others
• Flexible/adaptable to meet the needs of the service.
• Good knowledge health conditions related to Frailty and care of the older person

Any invitation to interview will be sent to the email account stated on your application form.

If the role you have applied for requires a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check we will administer this as part of your pre-employment checks. Please note, you will be required to repay the cost on appointment. This will be collected via a salary deduction. You can choose whether to pay this over 1-3 months from your salary or as a one-off payment on commencement in post. The level of check required depends on the role that you have been offered. Currently the charges are - Basic DBS check £24, Standard DBS check £24 and Enhanced DBS check £45.

You are encouraged where possible, to register for the DBS update service. This is an annual registration fee of £15. By registering for the update service you will not have the additional cost of repeated disclosures.

Should you withdraw your application, you may be required to reimburse the cost of the DBS check.

DBS checks remain free of charge for volunteer positions.

By submitting an application for this vacancy you are confirming your agreement to the above in the event you are successfully appointed.

The DBS Code of Practice can be accessed here .

Please ensure that you read the Person Specification attached below as your application will be judged against this.

Please note that every effort will be made to keep the vacancy live until published closing date, though there may be instances where such interest is generated, that for administrative reasons the post may close earlier.

Please note that in line with national NHS guidelines this Trust operates a strict non-smoking policy. Members of staff are not permitted to smoke on Trust premises or grounds at any time nor take breaks during working hours for the purposes of smoking.

The Trust does not offer interview expenses to shortlisted candidates unless indicated in the advert.

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.