Job summary
Physiotherapy assistant practitioner Band 4
Physiotherapy Department - Frimley Park Hospital
37.5 hours
Orthopaedic wards
Responsible to: Physiotherapy team lead
We are excited to advertise an assistant practitioner role on the in-patient orthopaedic unit. You will be working with experienced physiotherapists assessing and treating patients on the trauma and orthopaedic wards.
Main duties of the job
- To work as an integral and active part of the Physiotherapy Team and Multidisciplinary team.
- Responsible for supporting the physiotherapy team in the provision of a patientcentred service, in an efficient and cost-effective way
- Work under the indirect supervision of Physiotherapists in providing a high standard Physiotherapy service.
Details
- Date posted: 04 November 2026
- Closing date: 11 November 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 4
- Salary: £29,812 to £32,715 a year per annum incl HCAS
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 151-NM445
- Job locations: Frimley Park Hospital, Portsmouth Road, Frimley, GU16 7UJ, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Take sole responsibility and accountability for a clinical caseload within defined guidelines and codes of practice, including thorough documentation in the Electronic Patient Record.
- Within department policies and competence conduct initial assessments of patients and teach, supervise, and advance exercise programmes for a designated caseload. This may encompass mobility, transfers, balance and strengthening exercises, and basic breathing techniques.
- Motivate and support patients to engage in exercise, addressing barriers to compliance and promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Offer both spontaneous and planned advice, instruction, and teaching to patients, families, carers, and other professionals to ensure alignment and understanding of therapy goals and consistent patient care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma level education or equivalent experience.
- NVQ Level III.
- GCSE or equivalent qualification in English and Mathematics.
Experience
Essential
- Experience as physiotherapy technical instructor.
- Experience in an acute setting working in inpatients/outpatients environments.
- Leading and delivering exercise programmes in a hospital setting.
- Experience of orthopaedic in patients as assistant / student
Desirable
- Assessing cardiovascular and respiratory status.
- Experience in an acute setting working with neuro patients.
- Undertaking exercise prescription for people with long term conditions.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Specific clinical knowledge relevant to specialty.
- Interpersonal skills to include concise and effective verbal and written communication.
- Organisational skills, ability to prioritise and manage day.
- IT skills.
Desirable
- Knowledge of anatomy/physiology.
- Negotiation skills, able to overcome barriers to exercise.
- Understanding of Risk Assessment.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
About us
Visa Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract.
Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?
At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.
We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.
Join UsWhether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.
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Employer details
- Employer name: Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: Frimley Park Hospital, Portsmouth Road, Frimley, GU16 7UJ, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/