Therapy Associate Practitioner Trauma and Orthopaedics

Main area Therapy Associate Practitoner in Trauma and Orthopaedics Grade NHS AfC:
Band 4 Contract 6 months (Fixed term until 31/03/2027 only) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00) Job
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Site Macclesfield District Town Macclesfield Salary £28,392 - £31,157 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 15/10/2026 23:59

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Therapy Associate Practitioner to join our friendly Trauma and Orthopaedics Therapy Team in East Cheshire.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic Therapy Associate Practitioner with proven experience in the assessment and treatment of patients within trauma and orthopaedics ward settings.

We are an exciting team, offering assessment and treatment to patients in trauma and orthopaedics. We work holistically within a large multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Consultants, Assistants and Social Workers.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

To work as part of a team providing a comprehensive, rehabilitation service for inpatients on the Orthopaedic Unit at MDGH (including Orthopaedic outliers, Paediatrics and Orthopaedic Clinics) under the guidance of a qualified therapist.

To contribute to multidisciplinary team management.

To contribute to operational delivery and service development

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to…