Job requirements
Essential
4 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post
- Education
Quality Credit Framework qualification at level 3 e.g. A Level; NVQ or OCN related to Health & Social Care
- Knowledge and skills
Relevant experience of working within a Therapy environment delivering therapy programmes
- Knowledge and skills
Understanding of the role of occupational therapy/ physiotherapy
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Other
Ability to speak Welsh
- Knowledge and skills
Previous experience as an Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner
Job overview
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT UNTIL 31/03/2027 DUE TO FUNDING
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
An opportunity has arisen for a band 4 Generic Therapy Assistant (OT / PT) to work within the Arfon Community Therapies Service.
As a therapy assistant, the post holder will be responsible for providing clinical support to registered occupational and physiotherapists within the Arfon Community Services.
Working under the supervision of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy staff, the post holder will undertake defined assessments and interventions with community based patients, with a focus on rehabilitation and maintenance of functional abilities. There is also a requirement within the post to support patients on the palliative care pathways.
We are looking for a motivated, hard-working, proactive individual who will be able to work alongside Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and the wider Community Resource Team.
The successful candidate will be supported with supervision, appraisals and identifying learning opportunities and training.
Main duties of the job
Carry out skilled screening assessments using departmental protocols, recognising when issues fall outside competency.
Manage an autonomous caseload delegated by registered therapists.
Participate in triage and prioritisation of referrals.
Assess, provide and review rehabilitation and maintenance plans, along with provision of equipment to support safe daily living.
Work collaboratively within a multi-professional CRT to prevent hospital admissions/ to facilitate early safe discharge from hospital.
Develop collaborative goals and rehabilitation plans.
Communicate sensitively with patients, families and carers.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and /or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Senior Therapy Assistant - Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in St Asaph, Wales. It is listed as a Band 4 Therapy assistant role. The advertised salary is £28392.00 to £31157.00. The contract type is Fixed term: 5 months (Until 31/03/2027). The application deadline is 28 Oct 2026.
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