Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Integrated Therapy Assistant

The closing date is 03 February 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Integrated Therapy Assistant (ITA) to join the Clifton Therapy Team.

The post holder will be a key member of the multidisciplinary Clifton therapy team, supporting the delivery of high quality, patient centred care for patients admitted to the rehabilitation wards at Clifton Hospital.

Working primarily with patients in a rehabilitation ward setting, the postholder will work under the supervision of qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, contributing to the assessment, treatment and ongoing rehabilitation of patients with multiple co-morbidities.

The ITA will carry out delegated therapy interventions, monitor and record patient progress, assist with functional assessments and ensure that therapy areas and equipment are prepared and maintained to a high standard.

The postholder will also support data collection, patient documentation and administrative tasks necessary for efficient service delivery.

While the role is primarily ward based, there will be an expectation to provide check visits of therapy equipment at patients property.

This post offers an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to contribute to the recovery and wellbeing of patients within a rehabilitation setting.

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision of a qualified Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist, and working within established guidelines, the post holder will be expected to:

Be responsible for a carrying out a range of clinical interventions as allocated by a Physiotherapist or the Occupational therapist.

Provide a flexible, client centred intervention to facilitate discharge into the community setting.

To provide a rehabilitation programme, as planned by a qualified Physiotherapist and/or Occupational therapist, in collaboration with the client and significant others.

To support and progress the programme of rehabilitation on the wards with the aim of maximising independence and facilitating discharge of patients.

Assess for & issue specific equipment to facilitate activities of daily living.

Working without direct supervision to undertake a variety of non-clinical tasks to support the therapy service.

About us

We are a busy multidisciplinary team who work collaboratively across all wards within Clifton Hospital.

We enjoy a varied and interesting workload and support one another to achieve the best outcomes for our patients and to discharge the patient safely to their home environment.

Current operational hours are Monday to Sunday, between 08:00 - 16:00 (Weekend working is on a rota basis, normally 1 in 5 weekends).

Details

Date posted

20 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

382-CS10-26

Job locations

Clifton Hospital

Pershore Road

Lytham St Annes

FY8 1PB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for further details about the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for further details about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Evidence of recent appropriate study, development or application in the work environment

Desirable

  • Working towards or completed NVQ Level III or Health & Social Care qualification.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous or current employment in health / social care / vocational rehabilitation setting.

Desirable

  • Previous Occupational Therapy assistant / Physiotherapy assistant / Speech and Language assistant / Dietetic assistant / Rehab assistant or Healthcare assistant experience.

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Ability to work independently within a supportive environment
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to undertake allocated interventions appropriate to level of competence.
  • Good communication skills (written & verbal).
  • Good personal organisational skills including time-management.
  • Understanding of professional conduct.
  • Health / safety & risk awareness.
  • Understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
  • Ability to use initiative.

Desirable

  • Basic IT skills.
  • Awareness of the philosophy of rehabilitation
  • Basic knowledge of human biology.
  • Audit and data collection / data analysis skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Professional appearance & approach.
  • Confident but aware of own limitations.
  • Flexible and adaptable.
  • Enthusiastic
  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning.

Other Factors

Essential

  • Must pass Occupational Health check.

Desirable

  • Car driver/owner.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Evidence of recent appropriate study, development or application in the work environment

Desirable

  • Working towards or completed NVQ Level III or Health & Social Care qualification.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous or current employment in health / social care / vocational rehabilitation setting.

Desirable

  • Previous Occupational Therapy assistant / Physiotherapy assistant / Speech and Language assistant / Dietetic assistant / Rehab assistant or Healthcare assistant experience.

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Ability to work independently within a supportive environment
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to undertake allocated interventions appropriate to level of competence.
  • Good communication skills (written & verbal).
  • Good personal organisational skills including time-management.
  • Understanding of professional conduct.
  • Health / safety & risk awareness.
  • Understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
  • Ability to use initiative.

Desirable

  • Basic IT skills.
  • Awareness of the philosophy of rehabilitation
  • Basic knowledge of human biology.
  • Audit and data collection / data analysis skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Professional appearance & approach.
  • Confident but aware of own limitations.
  • Flexible and adaptable.
  • Enthusiastic
  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning.

Other Factors

Essential

  • Must pass Occupational Health check.

Desirable

  • Car driver/owner.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clifton Hospital

Pershore Road

Lytham St Annes

FY8 1PB


Employer's website

https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clifton Hospital

Pershore Road

Lytham St Annes

FY8 1PB


Employer's website

https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clifton Therapy Team Lead

Lizzy Barber

elizabeth.barber10@nhs.net

01253955436

Details

Date posted

20 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

382-CS10-26

Job locations

Clifton Hospital

Pershore Road

Lytham St Annes

FY8 1PB


Supporting documents

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