Therapy Associate Practitioner Trauma and Orthopaedics

East Cheshire; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

East Cheshire NHS Trust is seeking a Therapy Associate Practitioner in Trauma and Orthopaedics. The role is a Band 4, 6-month fixed term, 37.5 hours per week, based in Macclesfield.

The post involves experienced assessment and treatment within trauma and orthopaedics, working alongside a multidisciplinary team and providing rehabilitation to inpatients. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and must be eligible for Enhanced DBS clearance.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including English and Maths or equivalent.
• BTEC National Diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Assistant membership of a relevant professional body.
• Foundation degree in Health & Social Care.
• Successful completion or currently undertaking an European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL).

Responsibilities

• To work as part of a team providing a comprehensive rehabilitation service for inpatients on the Orthopaedic Unit under the supervision of a qualified therapist.
• To contribute to multidisciplinary team management.
• To contribute to operational delivery and service development.

Skills

Teamwork

Assessment delivery

Confidentiality

Communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

GCSE English and Maths

BTEC National Diploma or equivalent

Foundation degree in Health & Social Care

ECDL / European Computer Driving Licence

Assistant membership of a relevant professional body

Job description

Therapy Associate Practitioner Trauma and Orthopaedics

NHS AfC: Band 4

Main area Therapy Associate Practitoner in Trauma and Orthopaedics Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract 6 months (Fixed term until 31/03/2027 only) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00) Job ref 209-A-26-8293932

Site Macclesfield District Town Macclesfield Salary £28,392 - £31,157 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 15/10/2026 23:59

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced TherapyAssociate Practitioner to join our friendly Trauma and Orthopaedics Therapy Team in East Cheshire.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic Therapy Associate Practitioner with proven experience in the assessment and treatment of patients within trauma and orthopaedics ward settings.

We are an exciting team, offering assessment and treatment to patients in trauma and orthopaedics. We work holistically within a large multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Consultants, Assistants and Social Workers.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of a team providing a comprehensive, rehabilitation service for inpatients on the Orthopaedic Unit at MDGH (including Orthopaedic outliers, Paediatrics and Orthopaedic Clinics) under the guidance of a qualified therapist.

To contribute to multidisciplinary team management.

To contribute to operational delivery and service development

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person specification

Qualifications

• 5 GCSE’s including English and Maths or equivalent
• BTEC National Diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Assistant membership of a relevant professional body
• Completion of a Foundation degree in Health & Social Care
• Successful completion or currently undertaking an European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge / competency of a range of assessment tools & interventions relevant to the role
• An understanding of confidentiality & Information Governance
• Skills in delivering therapy programmes
• Ability to adapt programmes to meet the changing needs of the clients with reference to the supervising therapist
• Ability to support and motivate patients as appropriate
• Ability to carry out and complete delegated project\
• Knowledge of relevant terminology and clinical conditions

Experience

• Experience of contributing to individual & group interventions for patients & settings relevant to the role
• Experience of contributing to audit
• Experience of working with the relevant specialist patient group
• Evidence of working as a Therapy Assistant

Specific role requirments

• Takes own initiative and seeks appropriative guidance
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to teach practical skills
• Able to demonstrate ability to meet travel requirements of the role

Further Information

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.

Other Role Requirments

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.

The Trust may close any advertised post before the stated closing date. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible.

If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.