Therapy Assistant | Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 20 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,937 - £26,598 pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 19 June 2026 |
| Location: | Crewe, CW1 4QJ |
| Company: | Mid Cheshire Hospitals |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7950794/412-DCSS-7950794 |
Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated band 3 therapy assistant to support qualified physiotherapists and occupational therapists on the acute wards - including surgical and medical wards and potentially critical care. You will work with a supportive team and be a valued member of the wider MDT. We will offer support, training and development opportunities.
The role of the Therapy Assistant is to support the qualified Therapists with the implementation of rehabilitation treatment plans and interventions for patients.
The role will include gathering information from patients or families, following treatment plans (under supervision), providing education and practice in activities of daily living and mobility. The role will require you to assist with moving and handling of patients using appropriate equipment.
There will be a requirement to input information into patient records via the Trust's digital notes system.
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.
Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area’s largest employers.
Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.
As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we’re reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on ourHealthier Futures website.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
• To carry out specified interventions and programmes under the direct supervision of a qualified clinician.
• To report progress of patients during the implementation of planned interventions and programmes.
• To work with an individual or group in a variety of settings appropriate to the patients need.
• To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients, contributing to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.
• To ensure patient safety and dignity at all times, using relevant methods to manage patients with challenging behaviours.
• To utilise effective communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively.
• To liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team following discussion with a qualified clinician.
• To ensure accurate, up-to-date clinical records are kept, ensuring their security and confidentiality at all times.
• To record and submit clinical activity data as required by the Trust in an accurate and timely manner.
• To be responsible for safe and competent use of equipment including the provision of support, education and training to other staff, patients and carers as required.
• To be responsible for the maintenance, cleaning, monitoring and loan of equipment, maintaining its security at all times and keeping accurate records as required.
• To be responsible for ordering and stock control of materials and equipment as required.
• To support administrative and housekeeping duties as required.
This advert closes on Wednesday 3 Jun 2026