Rehabilitation Technician

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Coventry is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting therapists in delivering interventions for adults with various health deficits. Candidates must have relevant NVQ qualifications and strong communication skills. This position requires a full UK driving licence and a clean immunisation record. The deadline for applications is 09 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a rehabilitation setting and awareness of the physiotherapist role.
• Immunisation and vaccination record from UK occupational health provider or GP.

Responsibilities

• Assist physiotherapists and occupational therapists with patient assessment and treatment.
• Exercise patients according to approved protocols and record progress.
• Provide direct support to patients ensuring safety and adherence to clinical standards.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with NHS policies.
• Participate in service‑development projects and continuous professional development.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Practical technical skills for supporting patient mobility and exercises

Ability to prioritise workload and manage caseload effectively

Education

Relevant NVQ Level 3 in physiotherapy or occupational therapy

NVQ Level 2 with extensive applicable experience

Job description

Rehabilitation Technician

Closing date: 09 December 2025

An opportunity has arisen within the Community Planned Therapy team for a Rehabilitation Technician on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract or a secondment. The role is integral to supporting registered staff in delivering value‑based interventions that assist adults (aged 18+) with neurological, respiratory, mobility and musculoskeletal deficits, primarily in their own homes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist physiotherapists, occupational therapists and technical instructors with patient assessment, treatment planning and delivery of therapy.
• Exercise patients according to approved protocols, record progress and support goal attainment.
• Provide direct support to patients and carers, ensuring safety and adherence to clinical standards.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with NHS policies.
• Participate in service‑development projects, in‑service training and continuous professional development.

Required Qualifications

• Relevant NVQ Level 3 (or NVQ Level 2 with extensive applicable experience) in physiotherapy, occupational therapy or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in a rehabilitation setting and awareness of the physiotherapist role.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Practical technical skills for supporting patient mobility and exercises.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage caseload effectively.

Additional Requirements

• Full UK driving licence (international licences not accepted).
• Immunisation and vaccination record from UK occupational health provider or GP.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

See supporting documents.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure & Barring Service check will be required.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust