Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner

NHS Scotland; Ayr; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Band 4 Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner to join the Vascular Rehabilitation Team at University Hospital Ayr on a permanent, part-time basis. The post supports rehabilitation for vascular insufficiency and lower limb amputation, with a caseload and opportunities to contribute to walking rehabilitation and prosthetic fitting sessions.

Based in Ayr, up to 25.2 hours weekly on weekdays. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with physiotherapy in a healthcare setting.
• Rehabilitation of adults with long term conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered Physiotherapy staff in rehabilitation of patients with vascular insufficiency and lower limb amputation.
• Assist with walking rehabilitation and prosthetic limb fitting sessions.
• Include non-clinical tasks such as cleaning, administration and ordering equipment.

Skills

Physiotherapy experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

NHS Scotland

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who We Are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website. AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application but your answers must be your own. Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner to join our Vascular Rehabilitation Team on a permanent basis.

Hours

This community post will be based at University Hospital Ayr. Up to 25.2 hours per week are available and the work will be carried out on weekdays.

UK Driving Licence

A UK driving licence is essential for this role. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.

What You Will Do

The successful applicant will assist registered Physiotherapy staff in the provision of efficient and effective rehabilitation of patients with vascular insufficiency and lower limb amputation. There will be a delegated caseload as part of this work. You will assist with set up and execution of walking rehabilitation, prosthetic limb fitting sessions. The post will also include non-clinical tasks such as cleaning, administration as well as ordering relevant equipment/supplies. Applicants should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and be able to demonstrate good communication and motivation skills. Ayrshire situated in the South West of Scotland on the Firth of the Clyde. Ayrshire boasts 80 miles of coastline, a mild maritime climate, picturesque beaches, rolling green hills and islands, and provides access to a large range of outdoor pursuits including watersports, cycling and hill walking. There and are excellent transport links with Glasgow and the Prestwick boasts its own international airport. This department has an excellent reputation for our quality of service, and its commitment to professional development, training and a strong multi-disciplinary culture. We offer an active in service training and appraisal programme.

Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post

Applications are sought from individuals with previous experience with physiotherapy in a healthcare setting or from those who are experienced in the rehabilitation of adults with long term conditions. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Susan Geddes - [e-mail].

RIGHT TO WORK / CERTIFICATES OF SPONSORSHIP

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form. NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks. Please visit for further information.

Additional Information For Candidates

• Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.