Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner

Temple B'nai Abraham; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Hospital in Wales is seeking a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to provide support in the assessment and rehabilitation of Trauma and Orthopaedic patients. This role involves working closely with experienced clinicians, independently managing a caseload, and undertaking clerical tasks. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in a therapy setting, strong communication skills, and a commitment to team collaborations. Opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Leading pension and generous leave

Flexible work opportunities

Access to ongoing learning and development

Supportive team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Experience in an NHS or care setting is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team environment.
• Welsh language skills at Level 3 or above are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support therapy team on Trauma and Orthopaedic wards.
• Assess, progress, and plan discharge for patients.
• Gather home circumstances information and complete assessments.
• Refer to community services and work independently.
• Take responsibility for your own caseload.

Skills

Previous experience as a therapy or rehabilitation assistant

Good communication skills

Commitment to team working

Welsh Language Skills (Level 3)

Job description

Do you want to gain experience as a Band 4 Assistant practitioner and be involved in the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of Trauma and Orthopaedic patients?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work alongside experienced physiotherapy clinicians in the area of Trauma and Orthopaedics in Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Pontyclun.

You will carry out treatment programmes under the guidance of a registered therapist to provide rehabilitation and other interventions to facilitate safe discharge. Some clerical and administration tasks will also be undertaken (e.g. keeping records, filing, photocopying). You will be expected to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support the therapy team on the Trauma and Orthopaedic wards in day‑to‑day assessments of clients and delivery of Physiotherapy treatment programmes.
• Assess, progress and plan discharge for this patient group, utilising rehabilitation programmes.
• Gather information about home circumstances, complete specific functional assessments and order equipment if needed.
• Plan discharges and refer to onward community services.
• Work both individually and alongside other members of the team, taking responsibility for your own caseload.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a therapy or rehabilitation assistant in an NHS or care setting.
• Good communication skills and commitment to team working within a safe, empathetic and supportive environment.
• Welsh Language Desirable: Speaking and listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above.

Benefits

• Leading pension and generous leave.
• Flexible work and career growth opportunities.
• Access to ongoing learning and development.
• Work in a supportive, team‑oriented environment that values diversity and compassion.

CTM Values

• We listen, learn and improve.
• We treat everyone with respect.
• We work together as one team.

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