Therapy Assistant

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust; Bradford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Bradford is seeking a Therapy Assistant to support the multidisciplinary team in delivering therapeutic services. The ideal candidate will have experience in mental health environments and possess excellent patient care and communication skills. Responsibilities include assisting in patient assessments and maintaining high care standards. This position promises a supportive work environment and a salary of £24,937 to £26,598 per annum pro rata.

Benefits

Increased mileage rates for >3500

Health and wellbeing support packages

Internal and external development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of working in Adult Mental Health or Rehabilitation services.
• Experience of dealing with the public.
• Experience of facilitating groups.
• Experience of working within a therapy team.

Responsibilities

• Support the multidisciplinary team in therapy services.
• Assess patients and carry out interventions.
• Maintain high standards in a safe environment.

Skills

Effective patient/client care skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently demonstrating initiative, decision making, and prioritisation skills

Knowledge of different roles of Allied Health Professions

Education

NVQ III in care; QCF diploma level 111 or equivalent

Numeracy and literacy skills at level 2

Job description

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust.

Therapy Assistant

Closing date: 23 January 2026

Shortlisting date: 26 January 2026

Interview date: 2 February 2026 (subject to change)

The award winning Proactive Care Team aims to develop and deliver a community based integrated model of healthcare for individuals with the most complex health needs. The team will work in the three Community Partnership areas of the central locality in Bradford and Keighley.

Using a Lead Provider model, BDCFT will work in collaboration with key partners including Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT) as well as the GP Federations and voluntary sector partners to create proactive culturally competent and aware multidisciplinary team (MDT). Team members will work to identify those with highest need and deliver a blend of preventative and recovery focussed interventions in the community, to support a reduction of premature mortality and help deliver improvements for those who are frail and those close to their end of life.

The overall aim of the Proactive Care Team will be to help reduce health inequalities for those with the most complex needs and support reduction in Accident and Emergency Department (AED) attendances and unplanned admissions whilst also improving access to other existing community‑based provision to help sustain good health outcomes.

Main duties of the job

As part of the proactive care team you will support the multidisciplinary team in the provision of therapy services as directed by a senior therapist.

Under the supervision of senior therapists you will support in the assessment of patients and carry out interventions to enable the patient to achieve their goals in either clinic or home settings.

The postholder will take leadership from senior clinical practitioners within a delegation framework for agreed tasks. This will include supporting with a clinical caseload within the service.

The postholder will ensure high standards are maintained in a safe environment, which promotes equality and sensitivity for all individuals.

The postholder will ensure patient safety is maintained and patient experience is positive by treating all patients, family relatives and colleagues with respect, dignity and courtesy in accordance with trust values.

The postholder will support with the provision and correct use of equipment under supervision of a senior clinician.

About us

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values:

• We Care – We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
• We Listen – We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
• We Deliver – We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including:

• Increase mileage rates for >3500
• A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
• A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
• Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible.

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status. Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust is unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it is essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).

Any change in your right‑to‑work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right‑to‑work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of working in Adult Mental Health or Rehabilitation services.
• Experience of dealing with the public.
• Experience of facilitating groups.
• Experience of working within a therapy team.

Qualifications

• NVQ III in care; QCF diploma level 111 or equivalent.
• Caring and working with people/children in a health care environment.
• Numeracy and literacy skills at level 2.

Skills

• Effective patient/client care skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently demonstrating initiative, decision making and prioritisation skills.
• Knowledge of different roles of Allied Health Professions roles in mental health settings, particularly occupational therapy, physiotherapy and dietetics.

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.

Employer name

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata