Therapy Assistant Practitioner-Frailty/ Rehab in Crewe inCrewe PUBLISHED WED 5 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 4: £27,485 to £30,162 a year pa, pro rata
PERMANENT
SPONSORSHIP POSSIBLE
Job description
Job summary
Previous applicants need not apply.The
Salary
and the working hours for this post mean that it is very unlikely that we can offer Skilled Worker sponsorship for this role.Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship should determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoSfor the post byassessing their circumstances against criteria specified on thegov.uk website.THERAPY ASSISTANT PRACTITIONER.BAND 4 - 22.5 HOURSDays of work to include Monday and Thursday - the third day is flexible. Hours of work are usually 8.00-16.00Frailty/Care of the elderlyAre you interested in working in a hospital setting, and have a passionfor working withcare of the elderly,or patients who have frailty? Do youwant to work in a friendly welcoming team?This may be the job for you.An excellent and exciting opportunity has arisen for a generic Therapy Assistant Practitioner(Band 4).Thispost it toworkalongsideOccupational therapistsand physiotherapists,to support the team on the wards. The wards covered are care of the elderly/frailty. The expectation is that the candidate has at least 12 months
Experience
of working as a band 3 therapy assistant. We also ask that they have12 months NHS
Experience
, especially working on acute wards, as this will be helpful to the candidate. The post isto join the therapy team on a permanent basis.Progressive postsmaybe considered. An interest in Occupational therapy or physiotherapy isof value and would be beneficial.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a motivated therapy assistant practitioner with excellent clinical and communication skills to work alongside and support qualified therapists in the treatment of patients on the acute wards at Leighton Hospital. The post holder will be expected to contribute to assessments and carry out treatment plans agreed by the qualified therapist for allocated patients. They will contribute to the inputting of data and produce monthly reports.We also require the commitment to contribute to a seven-day service.The team is based at Leighton Hospital, Crewe. The successful candidate will be expected to work and support across the elderly carewards.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.
Details
Date posted
05 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year pa, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
412-DCSS-7571685
Job location
sLeighton HospitalMiddlewich RoadCreweCW1 4QJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in the management and treatment of patients under the guidance of a qualified clinician.To follow departmental protocols and guidelines referring to a qualified clinician who is available for advice.To independently carry out specified assessments, interventions and programmes as planned and discussed with a qualified clinician.To monitor and report progress of patients during the implementation of planned interventions and programmes.To hold a caseload as delegated by a qualified clinician, reporting back at agreed timescales, highlighting any necessary actions.To work with an individual or group in a variety of settings appropriate to the patients need.To modify interventions and programmes within defined parameters and within practice scope.
Job description
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialAcute ward
Experience
Worked as a Band 3 therapy assistant for 12 months or moreWorked in the NHS for at least 12 monthsDesirableprevious band 4
Experience
SkillsEssentialGeneric Physio and OT competenciesKnowledgeEssentialKnowledge of Acute care and national guidelinesMinimum academic requirements as per Person Spec
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialAcute ward
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer
Details
Previous applicants need not apply.The
Salary
and the working hours for this post mean that it is very unlikely that we can offer Skilled Worker sponsorship for this role.Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship should determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoSfor the post byassessing their circumstances against criteria specified on thegov.uk website.THERAPY ASSISTANT PRACTITIONER.BAND 4 - 22.5 HOURSDays of work to include Monday and Thursday - the third day is flexible. Hours of work are usually 8.00-16.00Frailty/Care of the elderlyAre you interested in working in a hospital setting, and have a passionfor working withcare of the elderly,or patients who have frailty? Do youwant to work in a friendly welcoming team?This may be the job for you.An excellent and exciting opportunity has arisen for a generic Therapy Assistant Practitioner(Band 4).Thispost it toworkalongsideOccupational therapistsand physiotherapists,to support the team on the wards. The wards covered are care of the elderly/frailty. The expectation is that the candidate has at least 12 months
Experience
of working as a band 3 therapy assistant. We also ask that they have12 months NHS
Experience
, especially working on acute wards, as this will be helpful to the candidate. The post isto join the therapy team on a permanent basis.Progressive postsmaybe considered. An interest in Occupational therapy or physiotherapy isof value and would be beneficial.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a motivated therapy assistant practitioner with excellent clinical and communication skills to work alongside and support qualified therapists in the treatment of patients on the acute wards at Leighton Hospital. The post holder will be expected to contribute to assessments and carry out treatment plans agreed by the qualified therapist for allocated patients. They will contribute to the inputting of data and produce monthly reports.We also require the commitment to contribute to a seven-day service.The team is based at Leighton Hospital, Crewe. The successful candidate will be expected to work and support across the elderly carewards.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.
Details
Date posted
05 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year pa, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
412-DCSS-7571685
Job location
sLeighton HospitalMiddlewich RoadCreweCW1 4QJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in the management and treatment of patients under the guidance of a qualified clinician.To follow departmental protocols and guidelines referring to a qualified clinician who is available for advice.To independently carry out specified assessments, interventions and programmes as planned and discussed with a qualified clinician.To monitor and report progress of patients during the implementation of planned interventions and programmes.To hold a caseload as delegated by a qualified clinician, reporting back at agreed timescales, highlighting any necessary actions.To work with an individual or group in a variety of settings appropriate to the patients need.To modify interventions and programmes within defined parameters and within practice scope.
Job description
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialAcute ward
Experience
Worked as a Band 3 therapy assistant for 12 months or moreWorked in the NHS for at least 12 monthsDesirableprevious band 4
Experience
SkillsEssentialGeneric Physio and OT competenciesKnowledgeEssentialKnowledge of Acute care and national guidelinesMinimum academic requirements as per Person Spec
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialAcute ward
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer
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