Job overview
We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Practitioner to join our dynamic Community Stroke Team. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of specialist rehabilitation across Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, and Physiotherapy. The role requires a flexible approach, with responsibilities spanning outpatient and community environments.
You will work with patients individually, in groups, and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Ongoing professional support and development opportunities will be provided to enhance your skills within this specialist area.
As community visits form a key part of the role, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
Main duties of the job
Deliver treatment programmes that support patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals.
Undertake stroke and neurology‑specific therapeutic interventions under the supervision of qualified therapists.
Act as a key worker for allocated patients, ensuring effective communication and feedback to clinicians.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To see full list of duties and main responsibilities, please refer to the full job description attached to the vacancy on the Trust website.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Full UK driving license and use of vehicle for work
Experience
Essential
- Substantial, relevant experieince in a therapy or rehabilitation role
Desirable
- Community experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree in health and social care or equivalent qualification
Desirable
- NVQ 3 diagnostic and therapeutic care or equivalent competency based qualification
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This advert is for Assistant Practitioner - Stroke/Neurology with The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust in Wolverhampton, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Jul 2026.
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