Location: Northampton General Hospital, Northamptonshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Band 4 NHS Agenda for Change
About the Role
Northampton General Hospital is recruiting a Senior Therapy Technical Instructor to join its specialist Stroke Therapy Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced healthcare professional to support the rehabilitation of stroke patients within a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will work alongside Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, delivering evidence‑based therapy interventions, supporting discharge planning, and helping patients maximise their independence and recovery.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver therapy interventions for stroke patients under the guidance of registered therapists
- Support the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients with complex needs
- Assist with discharge planning, home assessments, and access visits
- Implement and review rehabilitation programmes in line with competency frameworks
- Assess mobility and functional abilities using agreed protocols
- Support patients with communication, cognitive, and physical impairments following stroke
- Provide education and advice to patients, carers, and families
- Maintain accurate patient records and therapy documentation
- Supervise and support Band 3 Therapy Technical Instructors where appropriate
- Contribute to audit, service improvement, and quality initiatives
- Participate in the Trust's 7-day therapy service, including weekend working
Essential
- NVQ Level 4 in a care‑related subject, equivalent qualification, or substantial healthcare experience
- Previous experience working within an acute NHS healthcare environment
- Experience working at Band 3 level or equivalent within healthcare
- Experience supporting patients with complex medical conditions
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy roles and rehabilitation pathways
- Understanding of anatomy, physiology, mobility, and rehabilitation principles
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively
- Strong IT and documentation skills
Desirable
- Foundation Degree or equivalent health‑related qualification
- Experience working with stroke patients
- Knowledge of the National Clinical Stroke Guidelines and SSNAP
- Experience supervising or supporting junior staff
- Additional therapy‑related training courses
If you are an experienced Therapy Assistant, Rehabilitation Assistant, or Senior Healthcare Support Worker looking to progress your career within Stroke Rehabilitation, we would welcome a confidential discussion.
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