Lymphodema Support Worker
The closing date is 12 April 2026
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and well‑motivated individual to join our Lymphoedema Service as a Therapy Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about patient care and supporting individuals to manage their long‑term condition effectively.
As a key member of the team, you will work under the guidance of qualified lymphoedema practitioners to assist in delivering high‑quality care. Your role will involve supporting patients during their treatment sessions, providing practical help with compression garments and bandaging, and offering reassurance and advice to promote self‑management.
You will also play an important part in maintaining the smooth and efficient running of the department. This includes preparing treatment areas, managing stock and equipment, and ensuring accurate documentation of patient information. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
This role offers the chance to develop skills in a specialist area of care and make a real difference to patients living with lymphoedema.
Main duties of the job
This post will be based in the lymphoedema clinic at Cradiff Royal Infirmary. The post holder will work as part of a large team of nurses, physiotherapists and support workers providing therapy to patients suffering from lymphoedema both in the clinic and within the community. The role will involve both clinical and administrative tasks to ensure that the department runs as efficiently as possible.
Ideal candidate skills and attributes
- A genuine interest in patient care and improving quality of life.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
- The ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively in a busy clinical environment.
- A flexible and proactive approach to supporting both clinical and administrative aspects of the service.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge
- Basic awareness of physiotherapy
- Basic knowledge of rehabilitation
- Knowledge of organisation
- Knowledge of disability issues
Skills
- Good written and spoken English
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Reliability
- Flexible approach to work
- Basic I.T skills
Experience
- Experience in caring role
- Experience of dealing with people
- Experience in health and wellbeing and/or social care
- NHS experience
Qualifications
- Basic Education
- G.C.S.E. English Grade C or above, or equivalent
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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