Band 4 Generic Therapy Assistant | Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust - Romford
£33,262 - £36,027 Per Annum Inclusive
PermanentFull time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Therapy Assistant looking to join our Acute Respiratory, Critical Care & Surgery team. Our teams of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Assistants are based within a large acute Trust. This post will provide successful applicants opportunities to work with the team to rehabilitate patients within an acute setting. You will be provided with in-house training to develop your understanding of common conditions and their management, as well as developing skills such as communication. This post requires you to collect information from patients and families, prepare patients for treatment sessions, carry out treatments and order and maintain equipment as directed by a qualified therapist. You will also assist in discharging patients, working within personal competencies and predetermined department protocols. You need to be driven to provide high-quality care, working closely with other professions to ensure excellent patient outcomes. You should be able to demonstrate problem solving skills while contributing to a solution. To provide skilled routine, and non-routine, clinical and non-clinical support to the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Team and any other professional staff, and clerical staff associated with the team. To accept routine patient referrals as defined within the framework matrix and assess and treat according to protocols and guidelines. To monitor patient progression and make alterations to intervention as required. To discharge routine patients once their therapeutic goals have been met and an appropriate discharge plan established. To work independently, with access to direct supervision as required. To maintain close communication with the Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist/team to facilitate patient care. To participate in the Assistant and team/departmental induction and in-service training programmes. To contribute to in-service training to Integrated Therapy team colleagues. To carry out other duties deemed necessary by the Clinical Lead/Clinical Specialist in discussion with the post holder to ensure adequate provision of service. The qualified therapists within the team will remain responsible for: Overseeing the clinical quality and ensuring appropriateness of the intervention practised with the patient Setting the protocols and guidelines and monitoring the progression of the patient We’re an organisation that is getting better and better and our improvements are driven by a determination to deliver care we’re proud of and our patients are happy with. They are benefitting from a new electronic patient record (we were the last acute trust in London to introduce one) and our maternity services have been rated good by the Care Quality Commission. We operate from two main sites – KGH in Goodmayes and Queen’s Hospital in Romford. We have two busy emergency departments with more than 346,000 people visiting them last year. We’re campaigning to secure the £35m we need to transform the A&E at Queen’s and get rid of corridor care. We’re proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre, Radiotherapy Centre and Hyper Acute Stroke Unit. We’re also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance. We run a Women’s Health Hub in Ilford; an Ageing Well Centre in Hornchurch; and Community Diagnostic Centres (CDC) at Barking Community Hospital and at St George’s Health and Wellbeing Hub. These CDCs are open 12 hours a day, 7 days a week. The majority of our 8,400 staff – who come from 146 different countries - live in the three diverse London boroughs we serve and are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. Many can work flexibly and more than 400 of them are on our Ofsted accredited apprenticeship programmes. We’re proud to be a London Living Wage employer. For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application. Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form. All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period. Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Pubudu Chandrasekera, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5110. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above. This advert closes on Thursday 1 Oct 2026
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Band 2 Pharmacy Production Assistant | Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust - Romford
£30,142 Per Annum Inclusive
PermanentFull time
Pharmacy Production Queen's Hospital, Pharmacy Production Assistant, Band 2 (Band 3 on completion of training) 37.5 hours per week (9-5 Monday to Friday plus Saturday rota). We require a member of Pharmacy Production staff to join our team working in our licenced, commercial aseptics unit at Queen's Hospital. You will be responsible for the setting up and preparation of Parenteral Nutrition and other injectable products such as antibiotics, patient controlled analgesia and cytotoxics, and must be methodical, accurate and able to work as part of the team. Full training will be given. The post holder will undertake the preparation of non-commercially available aseptic products, including parenteral nutrition, antibiotics and cytotoxics, from the Pharmacy Production Unit. We’re an organisation that is getting better and better and our improvements are driven by a determination to deliver care we’re proud of and our patients are happy with. They are benefitting from a new electronic patient record (we were the last acute trust in London to introduce one) and our maternity services have been rated good by the Care Quality Commission. We operate from two main sites – KGH in Goodmayes and Queen’s Hospital in Romford. We have two busy emergency departments with more than 346,000 people visiting them last year. We’re campaigning to secure the £35m we need to transform the A&E at Queen’s and get rid of corridor care. We’re proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre, Radiotherapy Centre and Hyper Acute Stroke Unit. We’re also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance. We run a Women’s Health Hub in Ilford; an Ageing Well Centre in Hornchurch; and Community Diagnostic Centres (CDC) at Barking Community Hospital and at St George’s Health and Wellbeing Hub. These CDCs are open 12 hours a day, 7 days a week. The majority of our 8,400 staff – who come from 146 different countries - live in the three diverse London boroughs we serve and are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. Many can work flexibly and more than 400 of them are on our Ofsted accredited apprenticeship programmes. We’re proud to be a London Living Wage employer. For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application. Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form. All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period. Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Pubudu Chandrasekera, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5110. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above. This advert closes on Sunday 6 Sep 2026
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Band 3 Generic Therapy Assistant | Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust
Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust - Ilford
£30,630 - £32,346 Per Annum Inclusive
ContractFull time
Although this position is a 6 months fixed-term contract, the actual contract duration will be adjusted to account for the time taken to advertise the post, complete the hiring process, and finalise pre-employment checks. This means the contract will begin when the candidate starts the role and may be slightly shorter than 6 months. Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals Trust are actively recruiting a Band 3 Therapy Assistant. We are looking for a motivated, dynamic and innovative individual to join our therapy department at King George Hospital working with our frailty team to provide an exercise programme for our patients on the elderly wards. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will have the opportunity to offer a programme of exercises to our patients to prevent deconditioning and keep patients mobile. As a Band 3 Therapy Assistant you will have the opportunity to build a strong set of skills such as assessing and upgrading exercise programmes under the guidance of the qualified therapist. You will have strong written and verbal communication skills, some experience as a therapy assistant and a care certificate or equivalent We have a strong commitment to continuing development with an established in-service training programme. You will be well supported by experienced therapists. If you have the skills outlined above and want a rewarding opportunity where you will be encouraged to influence and develop services whilst being valued and supported, then apply today. Enquiries to discuss the position are welcomed. Please contact kamalamalthi.baskaran@nhs.net • To provide skilled routine, and some non-routine, clinical and non-clinical support to the rehabilitation team, this includes Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists The state registered therapist will at all times remain responsible for: • Primary assessment of patient • Referral for treatment • Clinical discharge of patient • Setting the primary clinical treatment plan and monitoring the progression of the patient • Overseeing the clinical quality and ensuring appropriateness of the treatment practised on the patient We’re an organisation that is getting better and better and our improvements are driven by a determination to deliver care we’re proud of and our patients are happy with. They are benefitting from a new electronic patient record (we were the last acute trust in London to introduce one) and our maternity services have been rated good by the Care Quality Commission. We operate from two main sites – KGH in Goodmayes and Queen’s Hospital in Romford. We have two busy emergency departments with more than 346,000 people visiting them last year. We’re campaigning to secure the £35m we need to transform the A&E at Queen’s and get rid of corridor care. We’re proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre, Radiotherapy Centre and Hyper Acute Stroke Unit. We’re also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance. We run a Women’s Health Hub in Ilford; an Ageing Well Centre in Hornchurch; and Community Diagnostic Centres (CDC) at Barking Community Hospital and at St George’s Health and Wellbeing Hub. These CDCs are open 12 hours a day, 7 days a week. The majority of our 8,400 staff – who come from 146 different countries - live in the three diverse London boroughs we serve and are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. Many can work flexibly and more than 400 of them are on our Ofsted accredited apprenticeship programmes. We’re proud to be a London Living Wage employer. For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application. Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form. All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period. Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Pubudu Chandrasekera, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5110. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above. This advert closes on Sunday 13 Sep 2026
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Personal Assistant x2 for 20hrs per week each @ £14.80/hr in N1,Bank Shifts also available
UKCIL - London
£14.80 to £14.80 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Personal Assistant x2 for 20hrs per week each @ £14.80/hr in N1,Bank Shifts also available Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 576040a0 **NO SPONSORSHIP & NO CASH IN HAND FOR THIS ROLE** PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU NEED A SPONSOR OR ARE LOOKING FOR CASH IN HAND About Me : I am a creative, 38 year old, woman who suffers from Complex Disability and Neurodiversity, living independently in North London. I am looking for the right people to help me achieve a good quality of life and to also enable me to be able to do some of the things I love. As well as creative pursuits, some of my favourite things are gaming, anime, manga, puzzle books, reading, binge watching shows, art therapy, and listening to podcasts. I also love to travel whenever possible although I haven’t been able to for many years now, as I have not had the support to allow me to do so. Hopefully you will help change that :-) Duties & Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Preparing, cooking, & serving meals, including sometimes for me and guests. Carrying out all aspects of cleaning, laundry, shopping, running errands, and other domestic tasks for all inside and outside spaces. Carrying out some light administration such as assisting with appointment booking. Helping me access the local community. Carrying out intimate, personal care including washing, dressing, applying makeup, grooming, and other aspects associate with personal care. Accompanying me to social activities and various appointments when required. Carrying out Physiotherapist provided passive movement exercises. Carrying out role wherever I am located i.e. whilst travelling or on holiday. Carrying out safe, manual handling and assistance with transferring, pushing a wheelchair, and other tasks of this nature including being able to lift, bend, stretch, push, and pull a person. Assisting with and administering medication. Essential criteria: Must have Right to Work in the UK and Please note, job will NOT provide Sponsorship and will NOT be Cash in Hand. Full, clean Driving Licence and Own Car able to accommodate a Wheelchair/Electric Scooter is Essential. Must be located in or close to the Islington area. Ability to Travel both in the UK and Abroad (with expenses covered) is Essential. The use or possession of Meta Glasses or any Smart Glasses/other covert recording devices are NOT permitted in my home, when you are in my presence, or during your assigned working hours. Personal devices are only permitted for use during breaks and should never be used to record me or in any part of my home inside or outside without my knowledge or consent. They must be stored securely away at all times outside of breaks and the “repeated calls” feature may be utilised in the event of emergencies, as both Android and IOS have this feature available. Good spoken and written English, Thai would also be advantageous, but is not a deal breaker. Able to work late, non-conventional hours. Open, honest, and non-judgemental, including being respectful and accepting of life choices that may not be the same as your own. Respectful and considerate. Flexible and adaptable. Understanding and patient. Experience and/or ability to take care of and maintain mixed raced, temperamental, curly hair! A good sense of humour. Strong organisational skills. Knowledge and awareness of Neurodiversity, Chronic Illnesses, and Sleep Disorders (especially ME/CFS, EDS, DSPD, OSA, Autism, ADHD and OCD). Be able to learn/recognise when I am becoming overwhelmed/overstimulated/experiencing sensory overload and at risk of shutting/melting down and need to decompress/be removed from the cause/need time and space to process. Awareness and sensitivity for survivors of different types of abuse and trauma. Willing and able to provide individually tailored support based on my specific disability and needs. Exceptional attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions. Respectful of my right to privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and autonomy. The right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship. Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and provide verifiable references. Desirable: Previous experience as a PA or in a similar role with appropriate transferable skills. Knowing what the “Spoon Theory” is and how it relates to some individuals that live with Complex Disability and/or Neurodiversity. About you : Non-smoker (including vaping). Happy to handle and prepare all kinds of meat, fish, and seafood (including pork and shellfish). Be comfortable assisting me in social situations where alcohol is served (pubs for example). Respectful and accepting of all races, religions, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Full, clean driving licence with own car and ability to transport a wheelchair and/or a mobility scooter. Pet friendly. Lives in London within easy commute of my home before starting work, with a willingness to relocate and/or potentially become part or full-time, live-in PA in future. Pay and Benefits : Hourly rate £14.80 gross per hour Paid Annual Leave: 5.6 weeks per year (pro rata) The Care is double-handed, meaning you will be working with another person and there are 2 PA roles available for 20hrs a week each at present, as well as the ability to sign up as a potential Bank Shift Carer to cover the main staff when they are not in. The hours are due to increase, so if you are not able to work more than 20hrs per week, this role will not be suitable for you. There will also be overnight and travel care required, so please consider whether that is suitable for you when applying for this role. At the moment the hours will be split as 4 hour shifts, 5 days a week with 2 consecutive days off to be covered by Bank Shift/Cover Staff. The days off are not guaranteed to be fixed or weekend days, as it will depend on what works for the availability of all involved. (Bank Staff will be recruited primarily to cover things such as days off, short term cover, and annual leave on an ad hoc, ongoing basis) To Apply : If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a copy of your CV and a Covering Letter telling me a little about yourself, and why you think you would be suitable. Applications without a Cover Letter specifically based on the job advert will not be considered. The applications will be processed by Islington Council Adult Social Care. Work Permit and References are essential to this post. This job is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). NOT Cash in Hand. Please note : Successful applicants will be employed directly by the client not by Islington Council. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Self Employed Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children Moving & Handling Understanding challenging behaviour Food Hygiene First Aid Hand hygiene Autism / Aspergers Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Continence Care Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
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CAMHS Assistant Psychologist (N&S AID-IIT) | South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust - London
£34,186 - £37,389 per annum inclusive of HCAs
PermanentFull time
The National and Specialist (N&S) CAMHS Autism and Intellectual Disabilities Intensive Intervention Team (AID-IIT) are seeking an Assistant Psychologist. The AID-IIT are an innovative multi-disciplinary team covering the whole of London. We offer specialist multi-disciplinary outpatient support to young people with a diagnosis of Autism or Intellectual Disability (ID) who are at high risk of inpatient admission or already admitted to a CAMHS inpatient unit. AID-IIT co-work with inpatient and local CAMHS teams across London to improve care and support for young people with a diagnosis of Autism or ID and high-risk presentations. Staff working in AID-IIT benefit from excellent team support and development opportunities. We have close links with the rest of the Service for Complex Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders (SCAAND) and with other N&S CAMHS teams. The team are at the forefront of the development of support, practice and interventions for young people with a diagnosis of Autism or ID. Clinical work in AID-IIT is diverse – including working in both inpatient and outpatient/community settings, offering consultation and training, contributing to complex multi-disciplinary assessments, offering interventions for children, young people, parents and carers, and contributing to research and publication. AID-IIT staff have access to a range of CPD and training opportunities both within and outside of SLAM NHS Trust. The postholder will work as an Assistant Psychologist in AID-IIT to support and co-work with qualified clinical and counselling psychologists (and other members of the multi-disciplinary team) to deliver multi-disciplinary consultation, assessment, interventions and training to young people, families and their professional networks. The role includes work across a range of settings - offering outreach work in community settings, in reach work in inpatient settings, and working from the Pears Centre, depending on the needs of the young person, family and network. Please note this is an in person/on-site role. The role will also involve contributing to service developments, service evaluation and supporting the robust collection of outcome data for AID-IIT. The AID-IIT is a National and Specialist (N&S) CAMHS outpatient team covering the London area. The team aim to reduce or prevent where possible inpatient CAMHS admissions for children and young people with a diagnosis of Autism and/or Intellectual Disability, and to support these young people to continue to live within the community. We benefit from working in close collaboration with the SCAAND and other N&S CAMHS teams, CAMHS inpatient settings and community CAMHS teams across London. The post holder will be part of a multi-disciplinary team including Clinical and Counselling Psychologists, Consultant Psychiatrists, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Assistant Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Senior Educational Psychologist and Admin support. The AID-IIT are based at the new Pears Maudsley Centre for Children and Young People with other staff from N&S CAMHS, facilitating close working, academic/learning opportunities and good support for the postholder. The postholder will work within the AID-IIT to provide Assistant Psychologist support to our assessments and interventions, and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team including: • Contributing to specialist assessments alongside qualified colleagues. • Delivering outreach interventions to young people with Autism or Intellectual Disabilities under supervision from a qualified psychologist. • To use and support the team in using and collecting routine outcome measures and to contribute to service evaluation, audit and research. • To work flexibly as needed across settings offering outreach work when needed – for example seeing young people in inpatient settings, family homes, community settings across London as required. This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026
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Band 3 Health Care Assistant - Renal Dialysis Unit | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust - london
£31,554 - £33,270 per annum inclusive of HCAS
ContractFull time
A vacancy has arisen for a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the Mary Rankin Dialysis Unit, situated on the grounds of St Pancras Hospital. The unit is very close to the tube and bus services. Experience of working as a healthcare assistant is desirable but other relevant experience will be considered. Good communication skills, flexibility and a high standard of work are required for the post. There are opportunities to develop skills and knowledge to complete haemodialysis competencies with a named mentor. We are looking to fill a permanent full-time post. The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role. The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role. This advert closes on Wednesday 9 Sep 2026
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