Rehabilitation Assistant

Rehabilitation Assistant

The closing date is 09 March 2026

We are looking for a part‑time colleague to join our team for 25 hours a week spread across 4 days.

Supporting the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists with the rehabilitation patients in the acute respiratory team based on the medical and surgical wards at Harrogate District Hospital. The post involves performing hands‑on interventions and any relevant administrative duties.

Patients will mostly have medical and surgical conditions. They will be needing rehabilitation and practice of functional abilities so that they can achieve their potential before going back out into the community to live.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a conscientious, forward‑thinking therapy assistant to join our Acute Respiratory Team.

The team comprises physiotherapists and occupational therapists working with patients with a variety of conditions. The role of the assistant is to support the therapists in the assessment, treatment and discharge planning of these patients, back into the community in a timely manner.

It is important that you are organised and can work under pressure, along with having good computer‑based, written and verbal communication skills.

In return you will receive regular support with the experienced and friendly team, and lots of opportunities to learn and develop your skills.

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide "outstanding" care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
• Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

For further information about this position please find the Job Description and Personal Specification attached.

If you have any queries about this position please contact Mairead Lancaster Lead Occupational Therapist

This job advert will close as soon as a sufficient amount of applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if you are interested.

• Minimum of 5 GCSE's or equivalent
• Achieved or working towards a relevant qualification e.g. Qualification Credits Framework (QCF)
• Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care or a Foundation Degree in Rehabilitation or equivalent
• Attended other relevant short courses e.g. basic handling course

• Experience as a Physiotherapy / OT / Rehabilitation Assistant / Care Support worker
• Experience with the elderly/disabled
• Experience of working within the NHS setting

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.

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

£24,937 to £26,598 a yearper annum (pro rata)