Physiotherapy Assistant

Ncic; Lowca; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27-day holiday scheme

NHS Discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Vivup

Job summary

NCIC in West Cumberland Hospital is seeking a Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant to join the physiotherapy team on a part-time basis (27.5 hours weekly). You will support inpatient rehabilitation and run group sessions under supervision, helping patients regain independence.

The role is paid at NHS Band 3, pro rata, with opportunities to participate in multidisciplinary team activities and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths grade 4 and above.
• Level 3 qualification in health or social care related subject or equivalent
• Care Certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of inpatient rehab programmes and group sessions.
• Assist with running group rehabilitation sessions
• Observe patient condition and provide direct care with a rehabilitation focus
• Support patients with activities of daily living

Skills

Motivate patients

Patient support

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Level 3 health or social care

Care Certificate

Tools

Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Would you like to join a centre of excellence in rural and remote healthcare?

Main area 205150 Workington ICC Grade NHS AfC: Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 27.5 hours per week (Working 27.5 hours spread over 5 days) Job ref 262-A-26-8309782

Site Physiotherapy Town Whitethaven Salary £25,760 - £27,476 Per Annum Pro Rata Salary period Yearly Closing 13/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

Are you enthusiastic, motivated and passionate about helping people maximise their independence?

We are looking for a Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant to join our friendly physiotherapy team at West Cumberland Hospital . You will support the delivery of inpatient rehabilitation programmes and assist with the running of group rehabilitation sessions

Working closely with Physiotherapists and the wider MDT, you will deliver delegated treatment programmes, support patient exercises, and contribute to high-quality, person-centred care.

What we're looking for:

• A positive, caring and proactive approach
• Ability to motivate and support patients through their recovery journey

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to patients' rehabilitation and recovery.

Join us and help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Main duties of the job

A rehabilitation assistant in a multi-disciplinary team is expected to work with other health and social care professionals to develop the ethos of multi-disciplinary, integrated care and seamless services ensuring that patient care is delivered to the highest possible standard.
As a rehabilitation assistant reporting to a registered health professional, the post holder will implement rehabilitation plans for patients in the community and other settings, observe the patient’s condition, providing direct care with a rehabilitation and therapy focus. This may include supporting patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.

Flexible working will be required to meet the needs of the patient group.

The ability to work over 7 days is a requirement of the post. The hours of work will be on a rota covering a shift pattern between the hours of 8.00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Continuing professional development is actively encouraged and as part of the team you will have the opportunity to take part in the process.

Working for our organisation

At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.

Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of ‘safe, high quality care every time’:

• Being a clinically led organisation
• Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
• A positive patient experience every time
• A great place to work
• Managing our money well

As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.

Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION :

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligiblevacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

The essential criteria for this role includes the requirement to have a care certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake this. For further information please see the attached Care Certificate document attached.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

Person specification

Skills and Aptitudes

• Able to prioritise and work under pressure
• Ability to work in acute and community environment as required
• Able to work under own initiative when required
• Aware of own limitations
• Able to motivate patients

  Qualifications

  • GCSE English and Maths grade 4 and above
  • Level 3 qualification in health or social care related subject or equivalent
  • Care Certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake
  • Sports science experience

  Knowledge

  • Underpinning theoretical knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology.
  • Knowledge of the multi-disciplinary team roles
  • Working knowledge of outlook, Microsoft word

  Personal Circumstances

  • Able to work flexibly according to the needs of the service
  • Act in ways that support equality and value diversity

  Experience

  • Underpinning theoretical knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology.
  • Knowledge of the multi-disciplinary team roles
  • Working with people where enabling and motivating skills are evident.
  • Working within a team
  • Supervisory experience
  • Health care work
  • Working with people with physical needs

  Other requirements

  • Ability to travel cross sites within the Trust

  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.

  If you have problems applying, contact

  Address South Parkhouse Building
  Baron Way
  Kingmoor Park
  Carlisle
  Cumbria
  CA6 4SJ
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