Therapy Support Worker in Rotherham inRotherham PUBLISHED FRI 7 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

Job summary
The Rotherham NHS FoundationTrust are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic individual to theBand 3 Therapy Support Worker role within the Inpatient Therapy Team atRotherham Hospital.As a therapy support worker you will be part of alarge well-established team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists,Therapy Assistant Practitioners and Therapy Support Workers. The team workgenerically, providing high quality care through effective team work in a fastpaced environment. You will work alongside the multi-disciplinary team underthe direction of the therapists providing early assessment, identifying therapyneeds, delivering therapeutic health care (including manual handling, mobilisation,delivering exercises and supporting activities of daily living) and workingtowards early discharge from hospital. A positive and organised approach torehabilitation and MDT working is essential as well as good communicationskills and a commitment to team working within a safe, empathetic andsupportive environment.If you have a passion for helping people, oryoure a health care assistant who is seeking a new challenge, or you have abackground in health and social care and can offer the skills required for thisrole, we look forward to hearing from you!

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to work full time hours (37.5 hours), Monday to Friday between 08:30 and 16:30, be suitably qualified and be able to demonstrate their

Experience
relevant to the role. There may also be a requirement to support with weekend cover as and when required.The role involves working part of the MDT offering therapy interventions under the direction of therapists over 7 days to support with assessment, intervention and timely discharge planning of adult patients across the inpatient therapy wards within Rotherham Hospital. Part of the role also includes appropriate identification of onward therapy needs and timely referrals to community services.The patient caseload will present with a wide variety of conditions which may include cardiology, respiratory, general surgery, general medicine, frailty/care of the elderly, endocrinology/haematology and so on. We do not cover the specialities of stroke and orthopaedics.If you possess the above skills and

Experience
s, enjoy working in a fast paced therapeutic environment and can offer flexibility and a passion for patient-centred care, then this role is for you!

About us
The RotherhamNHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving ourlocal population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act theright way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities ofRotherhamAs a Trust weare on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart ofeverything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are thesecond most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as aplace to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagementoverallBut don't justtake our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations forour Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people andrecognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives ofpatients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are makingAll of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improveour services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join uson our journey to excellenceCertificates of SponsorshipFor individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility.Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK ( https://jobsincare.com/job/jnshzwZLmm0 band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

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Date posted
November 2025

Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 3

Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract
Fixed termDuration5 months

Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number
C9165-25-10-022

Job location
sThe Rotherham Nhs Foundation TrustMoorgate RoadRotherhamSouth YorkshireS60 2UD

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knowledgeEssentialUnderstanding of the role of the support worker in rehabilitation / management of patients in specialityUnderstanding of confidentialityKnowledge and understanding of Health and SafetyAble to recognise when guidance and support is required

Experience
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of CareRecent and relevant

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within an appropriate NHS setting or equivalent

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of working within a multi-professional teamDesirable

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of exercise/rehab roles

Qualifications
EssentialEvidence of NVQ level 3 in relevant field or equivalent or willingness to work towardsFunctional skills level 2 Maths & English if not already qualified at GCSE or equivalent level in Maths & EnglishAbility to travel independently around Rotherham and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes (Adjustments can be considered in accordance with the equality act 2DesirableCare certificate

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Essential

Experience
of CareRecent and relevant

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of exercise/rehab roles

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.Employer

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