# Stroke Senior Therapies Technical Instructor > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/stroke-senior-therapies-technical-instructor/5125de60-efc8-49f0-83b3-a4a5bdfc6545 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/stroke-senior-therapies-technical-instructor/5125de60-efc8-49f0-83b3-a4a5bdfc6545.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust - **Town:** Northampton - **Region:** Midlands - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Physiotherapist - **Grade:** Band 4 - **Salary:** £28,392 - £31,157 pro rata/per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part time, Flexible working, 30 hours per week (Weekend Working) - **Closing date:** 2026-07-02T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-18T11:51:32.306Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Northamptonshire/Northampton/Northampton_General_Hospital_NHS_Trust/Stroke_Static/Stroke_Static-v8078616 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8078616?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Are you a proactive, enthusiastic person looking for a new experience or the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a band 4 Senior Therapy Technical Instructor (STTI) to join our established team of therapists to work with the stroke therapy team at Northampton General Hospital. The team consists of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Support Staff. You will be supported by registered staff in the role and encouraged to develop your knowledge and skills. The successful candidate will work alongside the therapy staff and the wider multi-disciplinary team on both the hyper acute and acute stroke wards at NGH. The successful candidate will work autonomously, under the indirect supervision of therapists, to complete assessments of routine patients and provide therapy intervention as a part of patient’s stroke rehabilitation. The applicant will have the opportunity to work with patients who have a variety of stroke/neurological presentations, be required to manage their own caseload and support other team members under the supervision of registered therapists. This will include supporting other therapy support staff with their rotational objectives. Good communication skills, verbal and written, and commitment to team working within a fast-paced environment is essential. As well as recent experience of working in an acute setting and moving and handling of patients. As a therapy team we are continuously involved in service development and the post holder will be involved alongside the therapy team in new projects, service developments and initiatives to ensure best practice. This post has some non-clinical responsibilities e.g. ordering and maintaining equipment stock levels, inputting data onto the IT systems and other administrative duties as required. Regular supervision, competency and performance reviews and continued personal development are actively encouraged. The team also has regular team meetings and in-service teaching programmes. Our service provides therapy provision across 7 days and the successful candidate will be expected to be part of the weekend service rota. ### Main duties of the job The post holder will: - Actively provide therapy care for patients as part of the multi-disciplinary team at NGH. - Provide specific evidence based assessments and treatments under the indirect supervision of qualified therapist using a therapy framework. - Provide technical skills to assist a registered Therapist in treating stroke patients. - Provide stroke specific therapy care to in-patients whilst also providing care to medical outliers where required. - Have access to, read and understand medical notes and information from the MDT to inform decision making regarding suitability for intervention. - Be able to interpret clinical observations and understand the implications of therapy interventions. - Carry out and assist in appropriate access and home visits to promote safe discharge into the community. Provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision and values: - Courage - Accountability - Compassion - Integrity - Respect ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To be an integral member of a therapies team, to assist registered therapy staff in assessing and carrying out specific therapy interventions for clients with more complex needs. This will include clients who have difficulties understanding and communicating. Review and implement treatment programmes making necessary modifications prior to reporting back to a registered therapist in line with the band 4 competency framework. Provide support and training to other registered and non-registered staff within the therapy team. Manage and prioritise own case load independently, carry out delegated duties and work flexibly and at a fast pace in order to support the smooth running of the therapy department. Provision of clinical services: Demonstrate a good understanding of stroke within the area of speciality / clinical pathway and the impact resulting impairments may have on a patients’ function and rehabilitation. To have a holistic understanding of the patient and their condition, including the impact of their wellbeing on their rehabilitation journey. To enable patients to co-operate in their rehabilitation programme using encouragement, reassurance, tact and sensitivity; overcome barriers to understanding with patients whose understanding is impaired. To identify and implement correct treatment plans within known patient care pathways under the indirect supervision of a registered therapist. To assist in assessment and formulation of treatment and discharge plans for patients as guided by a registered therapist. Use protocols and set processes to assess patients’ mobility and functional abilities and assess for and issue appropriate low-level equipment after an initial assessment by a registered therapist has been completed. To constantly assess patient’s stamina / understanding during treatment sessions and modify treatment as appropriate. To work in a flexible and responsive way when under pressure. To provide and receive complex patient care information with the multi-professional team, patients and carers in board rounds, ward rounds, family meetings and discharge planning meetings and use this information to modify patient care. To assist / facilitate same day discharges under guidance of registered therapists. To provide advice to patients / carers on safe use and care of prescribed equipment. Maintain accurate and up to date records of clinical interventions, consistent with legal and organisational requirements. Be responsible for maintaining rehabilitation equipment in the department. Support the team with maintaining a 7-day service by working weekends as per rota. Improving patient and visitor experiences: To be a point of contact for patients and relatives in the clinical area. To communicate factual and sometimes complex information to patients and relatives with patients consent. To contribute to the development and sharing of patient and carer information. Support with gathering and using patient feedback to help improve and develop services. Respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs. Be aware of ethical issues which impact on Therapy service provision and work under the guidance of Therapists in relation to this. Using audit, evaluation and research: Through guidance from registered therapists, be aware of and implement, evidence based practice and outcome measures as appropriate to the clinical area. Support therapists to implement agreed action plans from both national and local strategies, benchmarking standards and clinical audits as appropriate. Participate in audit and research projects as required by service leads and collect data as required. Support therapists to foster a culture which allows innovation and practice development within the clinical area. Monitor outcomes of patient intervention using outcome measures. Collect and record accurate and timely data / information to contribute to department service standards and procedures. Management and Teamwork: To provide delegation of work and day to day clinical supervision to band 3 Therapy Technical Instructors with support from the Therapy Clinical Lead. To actively participate in the clinical education of therapy students. To participate actively in sharing and receiving in-service training and development to ensure continuous professional development, as appropriate to grade and experience. Support the induction new staff. To identify training needs and facilitate professional development through active participation in supervision and appraisals. To recognise limitations of own scope of practice. To submit claim forms in a timely manner following the departments Health Roster Standard Operating Procedure. Planning and Organisational Skills Manage and delegate day to day work tasks; prioritise work with reference to the team’s plans; therapy goals and staffing levels. Work with therapists across all the service as required. Work flexibly to provide cover to other clinical areas according to the needs of patients and demands of the service Assist therapists in arranging and providing in-service training, study days etc. Trust Wide Responsibilities Act as a resource for members of the multi-disciplinary teams across the Trust through involvement in multi professional teaching and training in the area of expertise. Act as a role model in customer service towards patients, visitors and staff in the hospital. Regularly attend and participate in care group and professional meetings. ## Job Details Are you a proactive, enthusiastic person looking for a new experience or the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a band 4 Senior Therapy Technical Instructor (STTI) to join our established team of therapists to work with the stroke therapy team at Northampton General Hospital. The team consists of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Support Staff. You will be supported by registered staff in the role and encouraged to develop your knowledge and skills. The successful candidate will work alongside the therapy staff and the wider multi-disciplinary team on both the hyper acute and acute stroke wards at NGH. The successful candidate will work autonomously, under the indirect supervision of therapists, to complete assessments of routine patients and provide therapy intervention as a part of patient’s stroke rehabilitation. The applicant will have the opportunity to work with patients who have a variety of stroke/neurological presentations, be required to manage their own caseload and support other team members under the supervision of registered therapists. This will include supporting other therapy support staff with their rotational objectives. Good communication skills, verbal and written, and commitment to team working within a fast-paced environment is essential. As well as recent experience of working in an acute setting and moving and handling of patients. As a therapy team we are continuously involved in service development and the post holder will be involved alongside the therapy team in new projects, service developments and initiatives to ensure best practice. This post has some non-clinical responsibilities e.g. ordering and maintaining equipment stock levels, inputting data onto the IT systems and other administrative duties as required. Regular supervision, competency and performance reviews and continued personal development are actively encouraged. The team also has regular team meetings and in-service teaching programmes. Our service provides therapy provision across 7 days and the successful candidate will be expected to be part of the weekend service rota. ## Job Description The post holder will: Actively provide therapy care for patients as part of the multi-disciplinary team at NGH. Provide specific evidence based assessments and treatments under the indirect supervision of qualified therapist using a therapy framework. Provide technical skills to assist a registered Therapist in treating stroke patients. Provide stroke specific therapy care to in-patients whilst also providing care to medical outliers where required. Have access to, read and understand medical notes and information from the MDT to inform decision making regarding suitability for intervention. Be able to interpret clinical observations and understand the implications of therapy interventions. Carry out and assist in appropriate access and home visits to promote safe discharge into the community. Provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision and values: Courage Accountability Compassion Integrity Respect ## Responsibilities To be an integral member of a therapies team, to assist registered therapy staff in assessing and carrying out specific therapy interventions for clients with more complex needs. This will include clients who have difficulties understanding and communicating. Review and implement treatment programmes making necessary modifications prior to reporting back to a registered therapist in line with the band 4 competency framework. Provide support and training to other registered and non-registered staff within the therapy team. Manage and prioritise own case load independently, carry out delegated duties and work flexibly and at a fast pace in order to support the smooth running of the therapy department. Provision of clinical services: Demonstrate a good understanding of stroke within the area of speciality / clinical pathway and the impact resulting impairments may have on a patients’ function and rehabilitation. To have a holistic understanding of the patient and their condition, including the impact of their wellbeing on their rehabilitation journey. To enable patients to co-operate in their rehabilitation programme using encouragement, reassurance, tact and sensitivity; overcome barriers to understanding with patients whose understanding is impaired. To identify and implement correct treatment plans within known patient care pathways under the indirect supervision of a registered therapist. To assist in assessment and formulation of treatment and discharge plans for patients as guided by a registered therapist. Use protocols and set processes to assess patients’ mobility and functional abilities and assess for and issue appropriate low-level equipment after an initial assessment by a registered therapist has been completed. To constantly assess patient’s stamina / understanding during treatment sessions and modify treatment as appropriate. To work in a flexible and responsive way when under pressure. To provide and receive complex patient care information with the multi-professional team, patients and carers in board rounds, ward rounds, family meetings and discharge planning meetings and use this information to modify patient care. To assist / facilitate same day discharges under guidance of registered therapists. To provide advice to patients / carers on safe use and care of prescribed equipment. Maintain accurate and up to date records of clinical interventions, consistent with legal and organisational requirements. Be responsible for maintaining rehabilitation equipment in the department. Support the team with maintaining a 7-day service by working weekends as per rota. Improving patient and visitor experiences: To be a point of contact for patients and relatives in the clinical area. To communicate factual and sometimes complex information to patients and relatives with patients consent. To contribute to the development and sharing of patient and carer information. Support with gathering and using patient feedback to help improve and develop services. Respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs. Be aware of ethical issues which impact on Therapy service provision and work under the guidance of Therapists in relation to this. Using audit, evaluation and research: Through guidance from registered therapists, be aware of and implement, evidence based practice and outcome measures as appropriate to the clinical area. Support therapists to implement agreed action plans from both national and local strategies, benchmarking standards and clinical audits as appropriate. Participate in audit and research projects as required by service leads and collect data as required. Support therapists to foster a culture which allows innovation and practice development within the clinical area. Monitor outcomes of patient intervention using outcome measures. Collect and record accurate and timely data / information to contribute to department service standards and procedures. Management and Teamwork: To provide delegation of work and day to day clinical supervision to band 3 Therapy Technical Instructors with support from the Therapy Clinical Lead. To actively participate in the clinical education of therapy students. To participate actively in sharing and receiving in-service training and development to ensure continuous professional development, as appropriate to grade and experience. Support the induction new staff. To identify training needs and facilitate professional development through active participation in supervision and appraisals. To recognise limitations of own scope of practice. To submit claim forms in a timely manner following the departments Health Roster Standard Operating Procedure. Planning and Organisational Skills Manage and delegate day to day work tasks; prioritise work with reference to the team’s plans; therapy goals and staffing levels. Work with therapists across all the service as required. Work flexibly to provide cover to other clinical areas according to the needs of patients and demands of the service Assist therapists in arranging and providing in-service training, study days etc. Trust Wide Responsibilities Act as a resource for members of the multi-disciplinary teams across the Trust through involvement in multi professional teaching and training in the area of expertise. Act as a role model in customer service towards patients, visitors and staff in the hospital. Regularly attend and participate in care group and professional meetings. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Well-developed communication skills, including interpersonal skills, liaison, influencing and negotiation. - Ability to work on own without immediate support - Ability to organise and prioritise own workload - Basic IT literacy, including use of emails in Microsoft or similar - Ability to problem solve - Ability to delegate and organise others - Good observation skills - Ability to use initiative in addressing own learning needs and appraise own performance ### Education **Essential** - NVQ level II in care related topic or good standard of education equivalent to GCSE or BTec. E.g. English, and Maths at grade C or above. - Personal portfolio of evidence of work based learning in healthcare **Desirable** - Foundation degree or equivalent in health related subject. - A combination of short relevant courses ### Knowledge and Experience **Essential** - Worked in an acute NHS healthcare environment - Worked as a band 3 within health care - Significant Experience of working with a broad range of medical conditions and age groups - Knowledge and understanding of roles, responsibilities and working practices of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists - Understanding of basic anatomy and physiology relevant to Therapy care including muscle groups, gait and skeletal anatomy - Knowledge of the psychosocial elements of healthcare - Recognise boundaries of own scope of practice and duty of care, seeking assistance as appropriate - Knowledge and understanding of the principles of confidentiality - Knowledge of patient group and impairments you are likely to see; e.g. hemiparesis, tonal changes, cognitive and communication deficits - Experience of working with stroke patients **Desirable** - Awareness of national clinical stroke guideline and SSNAP ### Personal Qualities and Attributes **Essential** - Have a flexible and confident manner with a positive approach and high levels of motivation - Appreciation of the dynamics of working within a team - Physical ability to undertake manual handling of patients and equipment daily ## Documents - [useful links (pdf, 185.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1875) - [code of conduct (pdf, 235.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1872) - [benefits and ngh (pdf, 379.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1874) - [b4 stroke jd & ps (pdf, 528.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10372355) - [respect and support document (pdf, 207.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1869) - [staff fair processing statement (pdf, 90.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1868) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.