Therapy Assistant

Social Work Partners; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Therapy Assistant in a specialist neurological care setting in Hitchin. You'll be part of a dedicated team, supporting rehabilitation efforts and promoting independence for adults with neurological conditions. This part-time role requires compassion, effective communication, and a desire to improve lives through healthcare support.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Understanding of health and social care sector.
• Experience in a care or therapy setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the therapy team to deliver person-centred rehabilitation care.
• Promote service users' independence, rights, and personal preferences.
• Maintain accurate records using both paper and electronic systems.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organisational Skills

Education

GCSE level

QCF Level 2 in health and social care

Job description

Therapy Assistant - Neurological Rehabilitation

Location: Hitchin, HertfordshireSalary: GBP12.75 per hour + 3% Market EnhancementHours: 19 hours per weekContract Type: Part-Time, Permanent

Support people on their journey to greater independence

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Therapy Assistant to join a dedicated multi-disciplinary team in a specialist neurological care setting in Hitchin. This part-time role is ideal for someone with experience or a strong interest in healthcare or therapy support who is looking to make a real difference in people's lives.

You'll support therapy professionals in delivering high-quality, holistic rehabilitation to adults with neurological conditions, including individuals with life-limiting illnesses or complex needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the therapy team to deliver person-centred rehabilitation care

• Promote service users' independence, rights, and personal preferences

• Work collaboratively to support cognitive, emotional, physical, and social needs

• Assist in monitoring service user progress and report key changes to therapists

• Support the use and fitting of therapy equipment, providing demonstrations where needed

• Liaise with families and carers to gather information and coordinate interventions

• Maintain accurate records using both paper and electronic systems

• Undertake admin tasks including referral handling and data entry

About You:

• Educated to GCSE level or with a QCF Level 2 (or equivalent) in health and social care

• Understanding of or experience in the health and social care sector

• Experience working in a care or therapy setting (desirable, not essential)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Able to work both as part of a team and independently

• Strong time management and organisational skills

• Comfortable using policies, procedures, and care documentation systems

Apply now to be part of a team that helps people rebuild their lives after neurological illness or injury.