Important Visa Information
While this position offers a certificate of sponsorship for eligible international candidates, you must verify your visa eligibility directly with the employer before applying. The certificate of sponsorship is a crucial step in the UK visa application process, but final approval depends on meeting all UK Visas and Immigration requirements.
About the Position
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant to join our Community Therapy Team at Powys Teaching Health Board. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to patient-centered rehabilitation services while working closely with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals in a supportive environment.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering therapy interventions, supporting patients with personal care tasks, cognition, and mobility. You’ll carry out rehabilitation plans as delegated by senior team members and help maintain accurate documentation while communicating effectively with service users and their families.
Key Responsibilities
As a Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant, your primary responsibilities will include delivering rehabilitation through various therapy interventions, supporting patients with personal care tasks, and assisting with mobility and cognitive exercises. You’ll be expected to carry out rehabilitation plans as directed by occupational therapists and physiotherapists.
Maintaining accurate documentation and communicating effectively with service users, families, and the therapy team is essential to this role. You’ll need to be flexible in supporting the team during peak service times and participate in the 7-day service rota, including weekends, delivering rehabilitation between 8am and 8pm.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications and Knowledge
Applicants must have a good standard of education to GCSE level or equivalent, including Maths and English. A technical qualification such as NVQ Level III or equivalent is also required. Previous experience of working in a care or leisure setting is essential, along with experience of working in a busy and varied workplace that involves dealing with the public.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
While not essential, an understanding of manual handling principles and a broad range of life experiences would be advantageous. The ability to speak or learn Welsh to a satisfactory level is also desirable, though English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Essential Skills and Values
We’re looking for candidates who demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to learn and an awareness of their own limitations. You should be able to take responsibility within agreed protocols, remain assertive and calm under pressure, and effectively prioritise and organise your time.
Organisational and time management skills are essential, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. A commitment to personal development and effective written and oral communication skills are also required.
Physical Requirements
This role requires a flexible approach to the needs of the service and the ability to travel across the Trust to fulfil the requirements of the post. You must be able to cope with the physical demands of the role, including using wheelchairs and hoists, and performing therapeutic moving and handling of patients.
About Powys Teaching Health Board
Being the smallest Health Board in Wales means you won’t get lost in the crowd at Powys Teaching Health Board. Everybody is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us through a range of development pathways. We’re situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ‘life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
Benefits and Support
We offer a supportive and dynamic team environment with opportunities for training and career development. This is your chance to make a real difference in patients’ lives while enjoying the benefits of working in the NHS. The position comes with a competitive salary of £25,313 to £26,999 per annum (pro rata for part-time), paid under the Agenda for change pay scheme at Band 3.
The successful applicant will receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing support to develop their skills. We also offer opportunities for professional development and career progression within the organisation.
Location and Working Pattern
The position is based at Llandrindod Wells Hospital, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5HF. This is a permanent, part-time role requiring flexibility to work across the 7-day service rota, including weekends, between 8am and 8pm.
Being a community post, the successful candidate will need the ability to travel between sites in a timely manner. The location offers the opportunity to live and work in the beautiful rural area of Powys, known for its stunning landscapes and quality of life.
How to Apply
To apply for this Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant position with certificate of sponsorship to the UK, please visit the NHS Jobs website and submit your application before the closing date of 21 December 2025. Make sure to highlight any relevant experience and qualifications that match the person specification.
International applicants should include details of their eligibility to work in the UK or their need for sponsorship in their application. You may also contact Liz Harte, Team Lead Occupational Therapist, at [email protected] or 01597828721 for any questions about the application process or role requirements.
Application Checklist for International Candidates
Before applying, ensure you have:
- Verified your eligibility for a UK Skilled Worker visa
- Gathered all required professional qualifications and certifications
- Prepared references from previous employers
- Obtained any necessary professional registration or licenses
- Checked that your qualifications are recognized in the UK
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and 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. All successful applicants will be required to undergo this check.
Equal Opportunities
Powys Teaching Health Board is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our workforce.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact Liz Harte (Team Lead Occupational Therapist) at [email protected] or 01597828721. For general inquiries about working in the NHS or relocating to Wales, you can visit our website at https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/.
Supporting Documents
The following documents are available to download: Job Description and Person Specification (English and Welsh versions), Occupational Health information, and Flexible Working Policy. These provide additional details about the role and our working practices.
Privacy Notice
Powys Teaching Health Board’s privacy notice explains how we collect and use your personal information during the recruitment process. You can view this notice at https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/employment-services/employment-services-documents/service-privacy-notices-gdpr/nwssp-recruitment-services-privacy-notice/.
