Physiotherapy Technical Instructor

NHS; Winchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in England is looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant to support patients in regaining function. The ideal candidate should have a technical qualification and experience in patient care. Responsibilities include assessing therapy needs, carrying out treatment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. This permanent, full-time position offers a salary between £32,199 to £34,876 per annum.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification e.g. NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent.
• Experience in patient care in hospital or community settings.
• Ability to teach practical skills to patients.

Responsibilities

• Support patients to regain and sustain levels of function as therapy technician.
• Assess patients, define therapy needs, and carry out treatment.
• Collaborate with hospital and external agencies.

Skills

Teaching practical skills

Team collaboration

Positive interpersonal skills

Health/safety awareness

Basic IT skills

Driving license

Education

Technical qualification (NVQ Level 2/3)

Job description

Overview

Harrow Rapid Response is a national leader in intermediate care that aims to bring the best of hospital care to a patient's home and therefore avoid unnecessary hospital attendances/admissions. Most referrals are from GPs, London Ambulance Service and Accident and Emergency departments. Attending individually and in pairs, we perform an initial holistic assessment at home and, in some cases, start a treatment plan within 2 hours of referral. The Team can utilise diagnostic equipment in the home and have access to hospital facilities for scans when required. We also perform services in A&E to avoid hospital admissions and facilitate safe discharges. Harrow Urgent Community Response Team aims to provide the same level of care you would expect as an inpatient, supported by real-time access to patient records in the community via laptops.

We are looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant who is passionate about patient care, eager to develop skills and push themselves beyond usual practice boundaries, and who has a real drive to ensure patients receive the best possible treatment. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Main duties of the job relate to the HUCRT/A&E service and the post holder will work as a therapy technician to support patients to regain and sustain their levels of function.

Responsibilities

• Work as a therapy technician in HUCRT, supporting patients to regain and sustain their levels of function.
• Assess patients, define therapy needs, carry out treatment, and maintain clinical records.
• Undertake development of new skills, including nursing, physiotherapy and occupational therapy skills, and plan social care packages in agreement with social services. All skills are competency-led.
• Collaborate closely with hospital colleagues and external agencies (Social Services, CCG, Housing Associations, GPs and voluntary organisations) and participate in meetings outside the Trust and share care plans and protocols with relevant agencies.
• Work with patients, carers and colleagues in health and social services to ensure effective service planning, policy and delivery for the target patient group.
• Be prepared to assess and treat patients with a wide range of complex physical, sensory, perceptual and cognitive problems within A&E and community settings; some inpatient assessments may also be required.

Qualifications and Skills

Education/Qualification

• Technical qualification e.g. NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent core skills gained through work experience with patients in a hospital or community setting

Experience

• Ability to teach practical skills to patients
• Ability to work single-handedly with individuals/groups within a supportive environment
• Understanding of professional conduct
• Health/safety and risk awareness
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Understanding of the patient's rehabilitation needs
• Ability to work within frequently unpleasant conditions such as odours and body fluids

Knowledge and Skills

• Group work skills
• Basic IT skills
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Neat and professional appearance
• Hold a full, valid UK driving licence and access to a car for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

Key Attributes

• Compassionate and caring nature
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Willingness to participate in supervision and appraisal processes
• Basic awareness of health and safety in the workplace
• Ability to take responsibility for own actions and make decisions
• Ability to work flexibly and concentrate despite interruptions
• Ability to demonstrate the Trust's Values and Behaviours
• Ability to meet the required IT skills for the post
• Eligible to live and work in the UK
• Hold a full, valid UK driving license and have access to a car for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act)

Details

Date posted: 26 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 4

Salary: £32,199 to £34,876 per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 824-ONW-7476122

Job locations: Honeypot Health Centre, 839 Honeypot Lane, Stanmore, HA7 1AT

Employer

Central London Community Health Trust

Honeypot Health Centre, 839 Honeypot Lane, Stanmore, HA7 1AT

Note: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the DBS may be required.