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Therapy Assistant


Location
North Lanarkshire, ML2 9BY, Newmains, Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, ML2 9BY, United Kingdom
Salary
£26,025.87 a year
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Deadline
18 Sep 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
18 Aug 2026
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Job summary

Come and join one of the UKs largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Are you passionate about helping people develop their communication skills and achieve greater independence? Do you have a caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach? We are looking for a Therapy Assistant to join Murdostoun Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Neurological Care Centre in North Lanarkshire.

Main duties of the job

As a Therapy Assistant, you will work closely to support the delivery of therapy programmes for individuals with a range of communication and complex needs. You will play a key role in helping people participate in activities, develop skills, and achieve positive outcomes. The role: This role is Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week based at our Murdostoun site. We understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

About us

Active Care Group are the UKs leading provider of complex care. We place people at the heart of everything we do, improving peoples lives by providing the best quality care tailored for individual needs. Our multi-award-winning specialist care services support people with complex conditions including acquired brain injury, acquired spinal injury, neurological conditions, learning disabilities, and, respiratory and ventilation.

Details

  • Date posted: 18 August 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £26,025.87 a year
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time
  • Reference number: L0042-26-0184
  • Job locations: North Lanarkshire, ML2 9BY, Newmains, Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, ML2 9BY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

  • To work under the guidance of a qualified therapy team in the delivery of clinical interventions using a range of technical and creative skills to engage patients / residents / young people.
  • Under the supervision of a Qualified Therapist, facilitate and participate in planned group work, individual activities, and ongoing continuous assessment with supervision.
  • Contribute to therapy assessments and treatment plans under the guidance of a Qualified Therapist.
  • Under supervision of a Qualified Therapist, provide a range of equipment and activities, instructing and guiding patients / residents / young people with more complex needs to support them in achieving identified Speech and Language therapy goals, with some supervision.
  • To actively promote patient / resident / young person and family / carer participation in interventions.
  • To update the electronic patient record in consultation with clinical colleagues.
  • Maintain their own training compliance with and ensure they are up to date with regulatory standards.
  • Adherence to all Group policies and procedures and ensuring that all colleagues in the service are aware of and understand company policies.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances.

Person specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience working with children, adults, or individuals with disabilities in a care or educational setting desirable.

Knowledge, skills and qualifications

Essential

  • Have a good understanding of the legal frameworks that are relevant to the role (e.g. Mental Capacity Act)
  • Literacy and technology skills to be able to create reports and utilise specialised communication aid software.
  • Ability to motivate patients over short & long periods.
  • Empathy, patience, and the ability to build rapport with individuals of all ages.
  • Teamwork skills to collaborate with therapists, families, and other professionals.
  • Ability to manage time and prioritise tasks effectively.
  • Flexibility to adapt therapy activities to individual needs.
  • Problem-solving skills to address challenges during therapy sessions.

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This advert is for Therapy Assistant with Active Care Group in North Lanarkshire, ML2 9BY, Newmains, Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, ML2 9BY, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £26,025.87 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 18 Sep 2026.

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