Senior Therapy Support Worker - Band 4

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to fill our fixed term Therapy Support Worker vacancy joining our Trauma and Orthopaedic therapy team. You should have relevant prior experience within T&O; working in a healthcare setting in the UK, having knowledge of Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy, or equivalent roles in supporting discharge planning of patients.

You will have the opportunity to work with trauma and orthopaedic patients on the wards supporting assessment, discharge planning and rehabilitation.

This senior therapy support worker post will primarily be based at Cheltenham General Hospital, but will involve cross site working between Cheltenham General Hospital and Gloucestershire Royal hospital.

You will be required to contribute to the orthopaedic weekend / extended working hours rota. Being able to drive to support with access and Home visits is desirable.

Additional contract details: Fixed Term Contract will expire 12/03/2027

Main duties of the job

To use the principles of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy in an integrated and client-centered way, to promote independence, improve function and facilitate safe discharge. This will be achieved by implementing treatment plans and facilitating rehabilitation within agreed limitations through exercise, physical modalities and the use of occupation

The post holder will expect and be willing to work across both hospitals sites and off-site locations, as required.

To assess patients, identifying patients' problems, potential complications and contraindications and escalate for assessment by a registered practitioner/MDT, when necessary.

To identify and organise/undertake appropriate treatment within a delegated framework of responsibilities, reporting back to a registered practitioner/MDT and referring on to other agencies, when necessary.

About us

Join a forward-thinking, compassionate, and high-performing integrated Therapy Service at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and skilled individual to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and collaborative environment, while developing a fulfilling career.

As a member of the Therapy Service, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of specialties.

What sets the service apart is our strong multi-disciplinary team culture and collaborative working with other colleagues. You'll benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, including access to structured supervision and educational frameworks, and the chance to be involved in innovative service improvement projects that shape the future of care.

By choosing Gloucestershire Hospitals Therapy Service, you are joining a team that truly values its people. We are proud of our supportive and inclusive culture through our compassionate leadership and our ongoing investment in staff wellbeing and development.