Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner | University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£28,392 - £31,157 pro rata pa
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Burton-On-Trent, DE13 0RB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Jul 2026
Closing date:	29 Aug 2026

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Summary

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 4 Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner to join our friendly and dynamic Physiotherapy team, working across both Musculoskeletal (MSK) and Breast Care services.

The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy care, working alongside Physiotherapists and the wider multidisciplinary team. You will independently manage delegated aspects of patient care within agreed competencies, assisting patients with rehabilitation programmes, exercise prescription, education, and pre & post-operative recovery.

This varied role offers the opportunity to develop specialist skills within both MSK and Breast Care pathways while contributing to improving patient outcomes and experiences.

• Deliver delegated physiotherapy interventions under the guidance of registered Physiotherapists.

• Support the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients with a range of musculoskeletal conditions.

• Assist in the management of pre & post-operative orthopaedic and breast surgery patients.

• Educate and motivate patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records.

• Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and patient experience activities.

• Support the safe and effective running of clinics and therapy areas.

• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to provide holistic patient care.

Closing date of applications: 11 August 2026

Interview date: 25 August 2026

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

• Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development

• On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.

• Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

• We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.

• We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.

• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.

• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.

• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.

• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.

• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.

• UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AI‑generated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

This advert closes on Tuesday 11 Aug 2026

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