Rehabilitation Assistant inHarrogate inHarrogate PUBLISHED 27 APR 2024

The team comprises of physiotherapists and occupational therapists working with patients with stroke.
Supporting the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists with the rehabilitation patients on Granby Stroke Unit by performing hands on interventions and any relevant administrative duties.

Patients will mostly have stroke and other neurological disorders. They will be needing rehabilitation and practise of functional abilities so that they can achieve their potential before going back out into the community to live.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a conscientious, forwarding thinking therapy assistant to join our Stroke Rehabilitation Team on Granby ward, (working ideally across 5 days Monday to Friday. Working the hours over 4 days, will be considered for the right candidate).

The team comprises of physiotherapists and occupational therapists working with patients with stroke. The role of the assistant is to support the therapists in the assessment, treatment and discharge planning of these patients, back into the community in a timely manner.

It is important that you are organised and can work under pressure, along with having good written and verbal communication skills.

In return you will receive regular support with the experienced and friendly team, and lots of opportunities to learn and develop your skills.

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide ‘outstanding’ care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

  • An inclusive and supportive culture – our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
  • Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
  • Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
  • Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sally O'Connell Job title: Therapy Team leader Granby Stroke Unit Email address: Telephone number:
Supporting the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists with the rehabilitation patients on Granby Stroke Unit by performing hands on interventions and any relevant administrative duties.

Patients will mostly have stroke and other neurological disorders. They will be needing rehabilitation and practise of functional abilities so that they can achieve their potential before going back out into the community to live.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a conscientious, forwarding thinking therapy assistant to join our Stroke Rehabilitation Team on Granby ward, (working ideally across 5 days Monday to Friday. Working the hours over 4 days, will be considered for the right candidate).

The team comprises of physiotherapists and occupational therapists working with patients with stroke. The role of the assistant is to support the therapists in the assessment, treatment and discharge planning of these patients, back into the community in a timely manner.

It is important that you are organised and can work under pressure, along with having good written and verbal communication skills.

In return you will receive regular support with the experienced and friendly team, and lots of opportunities to learn and develop your skills.

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide ‘outstanding’ care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

  • An inclusive and supportive culture – our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
  • Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
  • Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
  • Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sally O'Connell Job title: Therapy Team leader Granby Stroke Unit Email address: Telephone number:


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