Therapy Assistant | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider in Salford is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to support patient care and assist with treatment programmes. This role requires good communication skills and an NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent. The position offers flexible working opportunities and a competitive benefits package, making it an excellent choice for someone looking to develop in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Flexible working opportunities

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Evidence of a good standard of education including GSCE’s or equivalent in English and Maths.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent required.
• Experience of working in a team and demonstrating transferable skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist Physiotherapists in delivering treatment programmes.
• Take responsibility for administration tasks including stock taking and cleaning equipment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to use own initiative

Time management skills

Teamwork experience

Education

GSCE’s or equivalent in English and Maths

NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our highly acclaimed and well-established Physiotherapy Department, based at Salford Royal Hospital. The role will involve working as part of the multidisciplinary workforce to support patient care and the day-to-day running of the service. Positions are available in both in-patient and outpatient settings. This is an incredible opportunity for somebody who wants to make a difference by supporting an individual’s recovery from illness or injury, and to be part of a dynamic and friendly team.

Successful candidates will have a clear competency framework to work to and a robust period of induction when joining the team, with an ongoing structure for supervision and development. The role includes some weekend working, but no more than one weekend shift per month unless desired. We welcome interested people to contact us with any questions.

Responsibilities

• You will support and assist with the work of the Physiotherapists in providing assessment, planning and delivering treatment programmes to patients with multiple needs.
• You will also take responsibility for administration tasks to ensure the department and team’s needs are met. This will include general admin, stock taking, cleaning equipment and class preparation.

Qualifications and Skills

• You should have evidence of a good standard of education including GSCE’s or equivalent in English and Maths with an NVQ Level 3 qualification, or equivalent, and be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the role of a Therapy Assistant.
• You will have good communication skills, the ability to use your own initiative, good time management skills and the ability to problem solve.
• Experience of working within a team is also required and, if this has not been in a health care setting, we would expect the successful candidate to be able to demonstrate and evidence the relevant transferable skills.

About the Northern Care Alliance

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

Benefits and Opportunities

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

How to read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

This advert closes on Sunday 7 Sep 2025