Senior Therapy Assistant – Acute Rehab for Older Adults

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bournemouth is seeking a Bank Band 3 therapy assistant to support their Acute and OPS inpatient services. The role entails working alongside therapists, helping rehabilitate older patients to regain their independence. Candidates must be car drivers and have prior experience with older individuals in a hospital or community setting. A structured training program is provided, indicating a supportive work environment. The advert closes on December 28, 2025.

Qualifications

• The post holder must be a car driver.
• Previous experience of working with older people is essential.
• The post holder will need to speak English as necessary for the role.

Responsibilities

• Support therapists on Older Persons Medicine wards.
• Assist with rehabilitating patients to their pre-admission independence.
• Some administrative responsibilities will be required.

Skills

Car driving

Working with older people

English speaking

Job description

A healthcare organization in Bournemouth is seeking a Bank Band 3 therapy assistant to support their Acute and OPS inpatient services. The role entails working alongside therapists, helping rehabilitate older patients to regain their independence. Candidates must be car drivers and have prior experience with older individuals in a hospital or community setting. A structured training program is provided, indicating a supportive work environment. The advert closes on December 28, 2025.