Technical Instructor Physiotherapy

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Denbigh; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is seeking a Band 4 Physiotherapy Technical Instructor for Denbigh and Ruthin Community Hospitals. You will work with inpatients and MSK outpatients, carrying your own caseload under supervision and applying rehabilitation programmes with skilled handling techniques.

This role values enthusiasm, teamwork and strong patient engagement. Welsh language skills are desirable; NHS experience and knowledge of complex conditions are advantageous.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level III/BTEC is essential.
• Knowledge of complex conditions and basic anatomy/physiology.
• Experience in NHS settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physiotherapist in overall patient rehabilitation management.
• Manage own clinical caseload under supervision and guidance.
• Work independently within the clinical area.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Independent work

Self-motivation

Verbal and written skills

Welsh speaking

Education

NVQ Level III/BTEC

Job description

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Band 4 Physiotherapy Technical Instructor post at Denbigh and Ruthin Community Hospitals. The role involves working with inpatients in the ward setting and MSK outpatients within the physiotherapy departments.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive and motivated individual who has the skills and ability to engage well with their patients and work both independently and as part of a team.

Relevant evidence of experience in rehabilitation is desired. You would carry your own caseload of patients with supervision and support from qualified therapists.

You will also have experience of using highly skilled handling techniques to facilitate patient movement, and/or rehabilitation, implementing exercise and rehabilitation programmes. You will work with others in the team in the treatment of patients.

Main duties of the job

• To assist the qualified physiotherapist in the overall physiotherapy management of patients in collaboration with carers, support workers, health staff and agencies.
• Under the direction and guidance of the qualified physiotherapist, to manage and be responsible for their own clinical caseload of clients, following therapeutic programmes in order to improve their physical abilities and to minimise disabilities.
• To work independently using own initiative, within level of competence.

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

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• NVQ Level III/BTEC

Knowledge (Essential)

• Knowledge of complex conditions
• Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Previous NHS experience

Knowledge (Desirable)

• Previous experience at Technical Instructor III level in Physiotherapy
• Previous NHS experience - orthopaedics

Skills (Essential)

• Basic clinical reasoning skills in physiotherapy
• Ability to work independently within clinical area
• Ability to be self-motivated
• Good verbal and written skills

Skills (Desirable)

• Experience working with assistants
• Ability to lead and motivate others within the team
• Welsh speaking

Details

Date posted: 16 October 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 4

Salary: £28,819 to £31,626 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 050-ACS813-1026

Job locations: Denbigh Hospital, Ruthin Road, Denbigh, LL16 3ES, United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Employer's website: https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/

For questions about the job, contact:

Physiotherapy Team Leader, Bethan Davies, [e-mail], 07974073814

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.