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Job summary

Main area
Physiotherapy
Grade
Band 3
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
Full or part time hours are available
Job ref
100-ACS124-0925
Employer
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Withybush General Hospital
Town
Haverfordwest
Salary
£25,313 - £26,999 per annum (pro rata if part time)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
09/09/2025 23:59
Interview date
17/09/2025

Employer heading

Hywel Dda University Health Board logo

Physiotherapy Support Worker

Band 3

Our Hywel Dda values reflect who we are and how we behave. We continuously work together to be the best we can be as we strive to develop and deliver excellent services, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Throughout our recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you would demonstrate these values in the way that you work with us.

If you are registered Health Care professional considering relocating to the Hywel Dda area in West Wales please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment campaigns team directly via [email protected]

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Job overview

In Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to join our Physiotherapy team in Pembrokeshire working in Withybush General Hospital.

The job will involve working alongside Physiotherapists and undertaking delegated tasks to deliver physiotherapy programmes with patients in the hospital.  We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who has the ability to motivate and engage with their patients, collaborate with multi disciplinary teams (MDT) to deliver holistic care as well as providing clinical administrative support to the service. 

We are an evolving service and are looking to recruit people who share our core values in HDUHB and who have a genuine interest and skills in rehabilitation. 

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of the physiotherapy service undertaking assessment and treatment programmes.  They will work predominantly as part of our Respiratory and Medical inpatient physiotherapy team delivering ward based care.  They will be part of a close team and also work alone with guidance and direction from the registered staff.   They will assist with specified clinical duties and administrative tasks, in the provision of an efficient, caring, patient focused service alongside the wider MDT.

The post holder will be required to participate in the provision of a flexible approach to a 7 day service, based on service need.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Interviews to be held on 17/09/2025.

Working for our organisation

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

  • Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
  • Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
  • Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
  • 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
  • Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences.  In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level or equivalent
  • NVQ 3/or level 3 learning or equivalent
  • Evidence of broad base of general education and/or life experiences
  • IT skills
  • Practical experience and knowledge acquired through in house training, short courses
Desirable criteria
  • ECDL
  • Professional, technical or academic qualification which relate to clinical practice evidencing 60 credits level 3 learning

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of physiotherapy service or in an associated healthcare field
  • Computer/keyboard skills
  • Experience of working alone and as part of a team
  • Willingness to undergo relevant training
Desirable criteria
  • Additional clinical or health care related experience
  • Experience of working with groups of patients

Language Skills

Desirable criteria
  • Welsh speaker (Level 1)

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareNo smoking policyCymraegMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerStep into healthCarer Confident (With Welsh translation)Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - GoldCore principlesStonewall 2023 Bronze

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.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Fiona Treseder
Job title
Clinical Lead Physiotherapist: Respiratory/Medical
Email address
[email protected]
Additional information

Rhian Moremon - [email protected]

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