Physiotherapy Support Worker
The closing date is 31 May 2026
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, well‑motivated individual who is able to demonstrate an interest in patient rehabilitation for this Physiotherapy Support Worker role. The main qualities we are looking for include being caring and kind – in addition to being well organised and using own initiative. This post is based within the medicine physiotherapy team at University Hospital of Wales.
As part of the physiotherapy team you will be delivering rehabilitation programmes to patients within an inpatient setting, working primarily with older adults and some personal care elements. Excellent communication skills are key and it is important that you are a team player with a positive outlook, enthusiasm and ability to learn and develop new skills. Previous experience in a caring role would be advantageous.
The post holder may be required to work a 7‑day job plan to support the delivery of 7‑day physiotherapy services.
A full and comprehensive training programme will be available.
Main duties of the job
Principally to provide a service, under the direction of a registered practitioner, to the individuals within a defined area.
They will work with direction to assist the registered practitioner in clinical and administrative duties following specific competency‑based training.
They will independently carry out routine treatment programmes to both individuals and groups which have been delegated by a registered practitioner.
They will progress within guidelines laid down by the registered practitioner. They will be responsible and accountable for these tasks.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population while working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
- Flexible in approach to role to meet service needs
- Adaptable to change
- Self‑motivated
- Demonstrates initiative
Special knowledge
- A basic awareness of rehabilitation and the role of physiotherapy.
- Knowledge of the organisation
- Knowledge of disability issues
Skills
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Ability to work alone
- Basic digital technology skills
- Measuring and application of walking aids
- Ability to speak Welsh
Experience
- Healthcare work
- Dealing with people both individually or in groups
- Worked within a rehabilitation setting
- Previous physiotherapy support worker or therapy technician experience
- NHS experience
- Experience in class taking
Qualifications
- Good general education, numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level.
- NVQ3 level or equivalent
- Evidence of further education eg relevant NVQs, sport science degree
- Agored Diploma in Physiotherapy support
Other
- Ability to work across sites
- Able to travel, in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the job, this may include cross‑site working or various locations, carrying sensitive information and bulky equipment (if applicable to role)
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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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