Therapy Assistant Practitioner - Surgery and Gastroenterology in Shrewsbury inShrewsbury PUBLISHED WED 8 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
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Therapy Assistant Practitioner - Surgery and Gastroenterology Job details Posting date: October 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £27,485 - £30,162 per annum/pro rata Hours: Part time Closing date: November 2025 Location: Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ Company: Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Job type: Permanent Job reference: 7473744/223-PSG-754 Apply for this job Summary A Vacancy at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. We are looking for a highly motivated, innovative and friendly Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join our Inpatient Therapy Team here at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. We are looking for someone who has previous Therapy Support Worker experience within Physiotherapy and/ or Occupational Therapy teams. Successful post holders will carry a non-complex patient caseload, working with patients from assessment through to discharge. Additional specific training will be provided by the established therapists to enable successful candidates to provide protocol based therapies and work autonomously delivering patient centred physiotherapy and occupational therapy to our Surgical and Gastroenterological patients. This post covers Surgical and gastroenterology wards The post holders will assist with supporting patients and families to manage their physical, social and psychological needs and carry their own caseload including advice and support in terms of discharge planning. The post involves working alongside qualified therapists as well as with other members of the support worker team to provide therapy input to patients across the acute Surgical and Gastroenterological wards. The post holder needs to be flexible, have good time management skills, confident IT skills, and work well in a team as well as independently. Visits out into the community are part of the role therefore post holders will require UK driving licence. We expect the post holder to manage their own caseload and be able to support or delegate duties appropriately. We are delighted to be able to offer patients the opportunity of assessment and treatment over the weekend and Bank Holidays which is worked pro rata via a rota. Within Therapies we have a strong culture of professional leadership and support. Each profession has a head of profession leading on delivering local, regional and national professional strategy. This includes AHP’s into action, job planning, electronic rostering, electronic data capture, quality improvement strategy, and representation at internal and external meetings raising the profile of Therapies at all times. We are a friendly, forward thinking team working in a fast paced rewarding environment. High quality patient care is at the core of our decision making and we are enthusiastic about welcoming new ideas and staff development. The team have a robust supervision structure and a strong drive for personal and professional development across all bands and roles facilitating events within the team, department, Trust and externally to enable the best possible care is delivered to patients. We look forward to meeting you at interview and exploring all the opportunities you will gain by joining us in this exciting and essential role. For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. This advert closes on Wednesday 22 Oct 2025
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To work as a Therapy Assistant Practitioner in the UK, you generally need a combination of education, skills, and personal attributes. Here are some key skills and qualifications typically required for this role:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Relevant Qualifications: A Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a related field, is usually required. Some positions may require a foundation degree, higher-level diploma, or degree in a relevant subject, such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or a related health profession.
2. Additional Training or Certification: Some roles may require specific training or certifications relevant to the area of therapy you will be working in (e.g., physiotherapy, speech and language therapy).
Key Skills:
1. Communication Skills: The ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals is essential. This includes active listening, empathy, and clear verbal and written communication.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and working as part of a multidisciplinary team are crucial. You should be approachable, friendly, and able to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.
3. Organizational Skills: Therapy Assistant Practitioners often manage schedules, client records, and therapy plans. Strong organizational skills are essential for keeping track of these details.
4. Practical Skills: Basic skills in specific interventions related to the therapy area (e.g., mobility assistance, therapeutic techniques) may be necessary. You should be comfortable using therapy equipment when applicable.
5. Observation Skills: Being able to observe and assess patients’ abilities and progress is important for providing effective support and reporting relevant information to qualified practitioners.
6. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think critically and adapt therapy plans to meet the individual needs of patients can enhance the effectiveness of interventions.
7. IT Skills: Familiarity with digital record-keeping systems and other IT tools used in healthcare settings is increasingly important for documenting patient care and progress.
Personal Attributes:
1. Compassion and Empathy: A genuine interest in helping others and understanding their feelings and experiences is crucial in a therapeutic setting.
2. Patience and Resilience: Working with patients can be challenging. Patience and the ability to handle setbacks or frustrations are important traits.
3. Teamwork: Being a collaborative team player who is willing to support and learn from others is vital in a healthcare environment.
4. Flexibility and Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing situations and patient needs is important in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Experience:
- Relevant Work Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare or therapy-related role can be beneficial. This could include volunteering, internships, or paid positions in health and social care settings.
Continuing Professional Development:
- Engaging in ongoing training and professional development to enhance knowledge and skills in the field of therapy is also important.
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