Orthopaedic Therapy Assistant — Flexible Patient Rehab

Charing Cross Hospital; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK healthcare organization seeks a full-time therapy assistant in Greater London to support the orthopaedic and surgery therapy team. Responsibilities include leading therapy exercises, assisting in program planning, and ensuring patient safety. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3 or A level equivalent, alongside significant healthcare experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and empathy, being integral to patient-centered care while benefiting from career development and flexible working options.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working

Staff recognition scheme

Optional benefits such as Cycle to Work and car lease schemes

Qualifications

• Previous significant experience as a therapy assistant in a health care setting.
• Able to work flexibly based on the needs of the service.
• Experience of administrative work such as data collection and management.

Responsibilities

• Lead protocol driven exercises/treatments for individual clients.
• Assist therapists in planning activities or programmes.
• Report any changes in the patient’s health status to qualified health professionals.

Skills

Good written and verbal skills

Good organisational skills

Able to work both independently and within a team

Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation

Able to manage time and prioritize workload

Basic IT skills

Education

General Education to A level or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 in Promoting Independence/Care/AHP support or equivalent

Job description

A UK healthcare organization seeks a full-time therapy assistant in Greater London to support the orthopaedic and surgery therapy team. Responsibilities include leading therapy exercises, assisting in program planning, and ensuring patient safety. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3 or A level equivalent, alongside significant healthcare experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and empathy, being integral to patient-centered care while benefiting from career development and flexible working options.