Senior Physiotherapy Assistant

Senior Physiotherapy Assistant – Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for two Senior Physiotherapy Assistants to support our Neurosciences and Cancer Care Team on inpatient wards. The role can be permanent (37.5 hours per week) or a fixed-term secondment (37.5 hours per week for 28 weeks). You will be part of a dedicated physiotherapy team and a multidisciplinary group focused on early assessment, rehabilitation and timely discharge of patients with neurological conditions such as stroke, MS, traumatic brain injury and peripheral nerve injuries.

• Assist registered physiotherapists and physiotherapy assistant practitioners with patient care and rehabilitation.
• Support patients with functional activities of daily living, including walking, dressing, toileting and balance training.
• Teach and supervise simple exercise programmes and use of walking aids and therapeutic modalities (e.g., TENS, hot packs).
• Fit and teach the use of physiotherapy appliances and assist with moving and handling patients in line with Trust policies.
• Carry out delegated clinical tasks within a specified clinical area, working autonomously as directed by senior staff.
• Receptive to non‑clinical duties such as administrative tasks and limited supported teaching or supervision roles.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and participate in ward handovers, observation charts, and multidisciplinary team meetings.

• Completion of Physiotherapy Assistant competencies and demonstrated application in clinical practice.
• Level 3 Diploma in Allied Health Support, NVQ in Care or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience as a health‑care support worker, preferably within a physiotherapy service.
• Active membership of a weekend working rota (for permanent post).
• Strong communication skills; able to obtain valid informed consent and work within the legal framework with patients lacking capacity.

• Effective role model demonstrating NNUH PRIDE values (People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence).
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proactive approach to professional development and annual appraisal.

• Competitive salary: £24,937 to £26,598 per annum, pro‑rata for part‑time or secondment.
• Full‑time, part‑time or flexible working patterns available.
• Flexible working hours, salary sacrifice schemes, and access to discounted gym membership.
• On‑site nursery, café, and 24‑hour confidential counselling support.
• Wagestream: access up to 40% of pay as you earn it.
• Other benefits: multi‑faith prayer room, free park & ride, pension scheme, and career support.

Contract type:
Permanent (or Fixed‑term 28‑week secondment). Pay scheme:
Agenda for Change. Reference number: 234‑25‑F1474.

Interview date: 21st January 2026.

Applications for skilled‑worker sponsorship are welcome. For more details, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer:

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY
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