Physiotherapy Support Worker

NHS; Aberystwyth; A distancia; GBP 27.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hywel Dda University Health Board in Aberystwyth is recruiting a Physiotherapist to join the stroke rehabilitation team at Bronglais General Hospital on a fixed term/secondment until 01 October 2027. The role is Band 3, full- or part-time, 37.5 hours per week, pro rata salary £26,813–£27,890 per annum.

You will assess and treat stroke patients, work with the MDT, support administrative tasks, and contribute to a flexible 7-day service.

Formación

• Numeracy and literacy to GCSE level or equivalent required.
• NVQ 3 / level 3 learning or equivalent.
• ECDL (Europe Computer Driving Licence) required.
• Professional, technical or academic qualification relating to clinical practice with 60 credits at level 3.

Responsabilidades

• Undertake assessment and treatment programmes for stroke patients.
• Work with the physiotherapy team and MDT to deliver holistic care and administrative tasks.
• Participate in a flexible 7-day service based on service need.
• Support bilingual service with Welsh language considerations; Welsh language ability is desirable.

Educación

NVQ 3 / level 3 learning or equivalent

ECDL

Professional/clinical qualification with 60 credits level 3

Numeracy and literacy to GCSE level

Descripción del empleo

Main area Physiotherapy Grade Band 3 Contract 10 months (This is a Fixed Term/Secondment vacancy until 01/10/2027. To cover maternity leave) Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week Job ref 100-ACS229-1026

Employer Hywel Dda University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Bronglais General Hospital Town Aberystwyth Salary £26,813 - £27,890 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 22/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 02/11/2026

Our Hywel Dda values reflect who we are and how we behave. We continuously work together to be the best we can be as we strive to develop and deliver excellent services, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Throughout our recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you would demonstrate these values in the way that you work with us.

Hywel Dda University Health Board reserve the right to close vacancies after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration for a post.

Job overview

I f you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

This is a Fixed Term/Secondment vacancy until 01/10/2027.

Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to join our Physiotherapy stroke rehabilitation team in Ceredigion working in Bronglais General Hospital, Aberystwyth.

The job will involve working alongside Physiotherapists and undertaking delegated tasks to deliver physiotherapy programmes with patients on the stroke unit. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who has the ability to motivate and engage with their patients, collaborate with multi disciplinary teams (MDT) to deliver holistic care as well as providing administrative support to the service.

We are an evolving service and are looking to recruit people who share our core values in HDUHB and who have an interest and skills in rehabilitation.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of the physiotherapy service undertaking assessment & treatment programmes for stroke patients. They will work with the team and alone with guidance and direction of the qualified staff. They will assist with specified clinical duties and administrative tasks, in the provision of an efficient, caring, patient focused service.

The post holder will be required to participate in the provision of a flexible approach to a 7 day service, based on service need.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Interviews to be held on 02/11/2026.

Working for our organisation

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

• Numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level or equivalent
• NVQ 3 / or level 3 learning or equivalent.
• Practical experience and knowledge acquired through in house training, short courses.
• ECDL
• Professional, technical or academic qualification which relate to clinical practice evidencing 60 credits level 3 learning

Experience

• Experience of physiotherapy service or in an associated healthcare field
• Experience of working alone and as part of a team
• Willingness to undergo relevant training
• Additional clinical or health care related experience
• Experience of working with groups of patients

Language Skills

• Welsh speaker (Level 1)

Hywel Dda University Health Board operates a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

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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.