Therapy Support Worker
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £24,937.00 to £26,598.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24937.00 - £26598.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | Gobowen, SY107AG |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9224-26-0054 |
Summary
- To participate in and implement the treatment of patients in the MCSI, hydrotherapy pool, gym, OT treatment area, rehabilitation flat including wheelchair skills following assessment by a Therapist. -To move, handle or position patients safely within the limits of their condition. -To be responsible for performing prescribed tests/electrical treatments. - Supervise and monitor patients condition and/or changes, during treatment programmes in the therapy department or hydrotherapy pool. - To participate in the treatment of patients who are seriously/terminally ill, or anxious, or of different ethnic and religious beliefs. (Communication skills of persuasion, motivation, explanation, empathy, reassurance and encouragement are needed). - To participate in patient orientated goal setting/keyworker meetings and communicate with all members of the multidisciplinary team regarding patients rehabilitation and progress. - To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with CSP and the Trusts standards. - To transport patients in wheelchairs/beds to and from the wards. - To provide and distribute liquid refreshments to patients, during and after exercise programmes. - To escort and assist patients with dressing/undressing for hydrotherapy or toilet requirements (using CNST guidelines when patients are barrier nursed) - To prepare, assess and maintain equipment and patient aids/appliances. - To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all electrotherapy equipment, gym/therapy equipment and patient aids/appliances. - To perform minor adjustments and basic maintenance to wheelchairs thus ensuring patient safety and comfort.