Therapy Assistant – Home First & ED Support (Band 4)

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and supervision

CPD opportunities

Regular supervision sessions

Job summary

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 4 Therapy Assistant to support the Home First Team across the Emergency Department, admission avoidance pathways, inpatient wards, and community settings. The role involves preventing unnecessary admissions and facilitating timely discharge.

You will work with MDT colleagues, carry out routine assessments, support complex home visits, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Assistant Practitioner qualification (ST0215) or willingness to work towards.
• Degree in a relevant area is required.
• Experience in therapy support or allied health settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of Home First principles across ED, admission avoidance pathways and community services.
• Work autonomously and with the MDT to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
• Maintain clinical records and ensure timely discharge planning with the team.
• Conduct complex home visits and assist with patient flow through discharge pathways.

Skills

Patient-facing care

Therapy assistant experience

Transferable skills

Education

Assistant Practitioner qualification (ST0215 Level 5)

Degree qualification in relevant area

Job description

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 4 Therapy Assistant to support the Home First Team across the Emergency Department, admission avoidance pathways, inpatient wards, and community settings. The role involves preventing unnecessary admissions and facilitating timely discharge.

You will work with MDT colleagues, carry out routine assessments, support complex home visits, and maintain accurate records.