Job summary
We are looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant to join our Band 3 Physiotherapy rotation within the Inpatient therapy service at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Supported by a team of experienced therapy staff, this post offers the opportunity to gain a wealth of experience within the inpatient therapy service. The rotations include the stroke unit, medical, elderly care, orthopaedics and surgical.

This is a rewarding role with opportunities to develop your communication and people skills while working alongside an integrated therapy team. You will take part in peer learning sessions and a structured in-service training programme for our assistant tier, alongside personal development reviews with your supervisor.

This post would be suitable for an individual with a particular interest in assisting patients to become as independent as possible. The role includes supporting qualified staff to deliver complex treatments to dependent patients and assisting with the running of the department, including data collection and equipment ordering.

The successful post holder will be required to participate in the weekend and Bank Holiday seven-day working rotas (1:4-1:6 weekend working frequency).

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will need previous healthcare experience, ideally within an acute setting. Previous experience as a therapy assistant would also be desirable.

Good patient handling and communication skills, along with the ability to learn new skills and information, are essential for this role. The post will involve carrying out prescribed treatments, taking responsibility for progressing patients within agreed limits and providing feedback to qualified team members.

The role will also include administrative duties, such as maintaining electronic patient records and completing audit documentation.

Job responsibilities

• To provide both clinical and administrative support to qualified staff providing patient care. Implement and progress agreed planned treatment programmes.
• To work under the supervision of qualified therapy staff, to undertake a variety of tasks (clinical and non-clinical), to support the delivery of physiotherapy to patients. Some tasks will be unsupervised.
• To work in ward based setting, assisting patients to complete their treatment, teaching and progressing when necessary, individually and in groups, and to prepare the environment and equipment. To maintain stock and equipment including reordering.
• Non-clinical duties include data inputting and housekeeping which aid the efficient running of the department.
• To be an active participant in Acute Therapies 7 day working service.

Essential qualifications and experience

• Care Certificate OR City and Guilds 3 OR NVQ 3 OR BTEC National Diploma.
• Good general education up to GCSE level.
• Understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Physiotherapy assistant in an acute hospital.
• Understanding and commitment to a caring approach to patients and relatives.
• Healthcare experience.
• Team working.
• Experience of working in a busy environment.
• Experience of working in a customer orientated environment.

Desirable

• Level 2 Functional skills in English and Maths or GCSE A* - C OR 4 - 9 or willingness to work towards.
• 3 A-Levels OR Health and Science T-Level OR Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support OR other relevant Level 3 qualifications.
• Knowledge of local services for onward referral.
• Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work and policies and procedures.
• Relevant experience as a therapy assistant or similar.
• NHS experience.
• Experience of managing and prioritising own caseload.
• Experience of working with clients with physical / cognitive impairment / confusion / dementia.

Salary: £27,106 to £28,850 a year inc. HCA
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Pay scheme: Agenda for change, Band 3
Location: Cross Site, Watford, WD18 0HB

Apply through our website. The closing date is 12 November 2026.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net. If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.