Multi-Therapy Assistant | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£25,760 - £27,476 per annum
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Thatcham, RG18 3AS
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Oct 2026
Closing date:	22 Nov 2026

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Summary

Are you an experienced multi-therapy assistant or are you looking to improve your knowledge of in physical rehab? Are you looking for a role that can offer you consistentpersonal and professional development?

We are looking fora compassionate professional to join ourInpatient Rehabilitation Teamas amulti-therapy assistantbased at West Berkshire Community Hospital.

We are a multi-disciplinary team working to support adults (age 18+) with a variety of neurological,orthopaedic and cognitive difficulties whorequiremore therapy time beforetransitioning care into the community.

We are big on staff development and will help you through your band3competencies as well assupporting you with anyadditionaltraining and development goals you may have. We can alsooffer you the opportunity to shadow in an ICB acute ward.

If you are looking for a role that will stretch your clinical reasoning, strengthen your leadershipskillsand give you scope to influence service developmentin a rewarding environment, this could be your next step.

Flexible working, part-time, and job-share options are available for the right candidate. Currently,ourserviceoperates08:00 – 16:00Monday to Friday.

• Support Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists to deliver high-quality, person-centred rehabilitation to inpatient service users, helping to maximise independence, function,mobilityand confidence.

• Carry out delegated rehabilitation programmes and interventions within your competence, including exercise and mobility practice, activities of daily living, personal care, falls re-education, equipment provision, rehabilitationgroupsand social dining.

• Manage a delegated caseload or defined set of tasks, organising and prioritising your workload while working independently whereappropriateand recognising when support or supervision isrequired.

• Monitor and communicate changes in service users’ presentation, progress and rehabilitation needs, escalating concerns promptly and contributing effectively to the multidisciplinary team.

• Supportthe smooth running and development of the therapy service throughaccuratedocumentation,equipmentand stock checks,maintainingsafe therapy environments, serviceevaluationand quality improvement activities.

• Demonstrate leadership within your role by acting as a positive role model, supporting the induction,trainingand mentoring of less experienced support staff and students, and contributing to colleagues’ learning and development.

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority

• Committed to providing good quality, safe services

• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance

• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell

• Generous NHS pension scheme

• Excellent learning and career development opportunities

• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles

• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services

• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants

• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality

• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave

• Free parking across Trust sites

The “must haves” for this role:

1.GSCE’s grade C or 4 and above in English Language and Maths or equivalente.g. Functional Skills (Level 2)

2.Experience in Health and/or social care settings, such as employment, work experience,volunteeringor placements.

3.Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

4.Full valid UK driving license with confidence to drive between locations for clinic requirements.

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

Your application is your opportunity todemonstrateto us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility,equityand confidence for applicants. However,it’simportant that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. 

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilitiesreferenced in your supporting statement should beevidencedwithin your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

We’recommitted to equal opportunitiesand welcomeapplications fromall sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected inour accreditations:StonewallProud Employer,Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedon’thesitate to call:Katie Crawfordon01635 273 758or email:katie.crawford@berkshire.nhs.ukwho’llbe delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible.

This advert closes on Thursday 29 Oct 2026

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