Job summary
- Main area
- Physiotherapy Assistant
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- 10 months (Fixed Term/ Secondment from 1st April to 31st January 2027)
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 360-C-11198
- Employer
- West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Watford General Hospital
- Town
- Watford
- Salary
- £26,240 - £27,928 pa inc HCA
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Band 3 - Physiotherapy Assistant (Elderly Care)
Band 3
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Elderly care team as a Physiotherapy assistant at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
This post would be suitable for an individual with a particular interest in assisting patients to become as independent as possible. This role includes supporting the qualified staff to deliver complex treatments to dependent patients and to assist with running of the department including data collection and equipment ordering.
The successful post holder would have a responsibility in participating in the weekend and Bank Holiday seven day working rotas (1:4 – 1:6 weekend working frequency).
Previous NHS experience is essential.
Main duties of the job
Supported by a team of experienced therapy staff, this post offers a potential candidate the ideal opportunity to gain a wealth of experience within the elderly care team.
This is a rewarding role with many opportunities to expand your communication and people skills whilst working alongside an integrated therapy team.
You will take part in peer learning sessions and be part of a structured in-service training programme for our assistant tier alongside personal development reviews with your supervisor.
Working for our organisation
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact [email protected]
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Person specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential criteria
- Care Certificate or City and Guilds 3 or NVQ 3 or BTEC National Diploma OR equivalent experience.
Desirable criteria
- Level 2 Functional skills in English and Maths; GCSE A* - C or 4 – 9 or willingness to work towards.
- 3 A-Levels OR Health and Science T-Level OR equivalent Level 3 qualifications / apprenticeship.
Knowledge:
Essential criteria
- Understanding of the physiotherapy role within acute setting and discharge planning.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of local services for onward referral.
Experience:
Essential criteria
- NHS experience, in an acute environment.
- Experience of managing and prioritising own caseload.
Desirable criteria
- Relevant experience as an PTA or similar.
- Experience of working with clients with cognitive impairment/confusion/dementia.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sonia Siyani
- Job title
- Therapy Team Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01923 217 271
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