Advanced Therapy Technician - acute wards

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

The closing date is 19 November 2026

University Hospital Southampton is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us

Job Title:

Advanced Therapy Technician - acute wards

Contract Type:
Permanent

Under current Home Office rules, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

We have several exciting opportunities for B4 Advanced Therapy Technician posts, to join our large Therapy services department at University Hospital Southampton. Working on the acute wards, alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and other therapy support staff, the postholder will have their own caseload of patients and support proactive and timely discharges.

The work involves assessing and treating patients, preparing them for home, and includes manual handling, personal care of patients, and fitting of equipment. The hospital is a fast-paced environment requiring rapid assessment, treatment and discharge, where possible, of a variety of patient presentations. We are seeking to appoint dynamic, reliable and flexible Therapy Technicians who can work closely within our integrated therapy team and multidisciplinary teams.

Working as a Therapy Technician in UHS requires a flexible approach, excellent communications skills to work within our energetic and diverse teams. We are looking for a highly motivated, passionate, and organised individual who can help us provide patient centred care that we strive for.

You will work as part of a combined therapy services team delivering patient care across a 7-day service, including weekends and bank holidays, on a roster basis.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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If you have ever considered becoming a qualified Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist, this may be the perfect opportunity for you to gain experience and apply for one of our annual internal therapy apprenticeship opportunities.

As this post is part of the wider Therapy services department, all staff can develop new skills and knowledge through our in-service training. You will be part of a large department of over 300 Therapy staff including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy support staff.

We are looking for enthusiastic and diligent individuals with a desire to work in an acute hospital environment, supporting qualified therapists with the rehabilitation of patients with a wide range of physical health conditions. You will be dealing with patients who are acutely unwell, helping with personal care, including toileting, walking and undertaking everyday tasks.

• Involvement in treating, monitoring and making minor alterations to the treatment of patients. This includes their physical, emotional, developmental, cognitive and social needs
• Joint sessions with the therapy staff, plus managing an independent caseload on the wards
• Building a good rapport with the patients and families to encourage participation
• Working with patients with a wide…