Therapy Assistant - (Medical Rehabilitation) West Middlesex University Hospital There is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health or Social Care support worker to join our acute therapy service as a Band 3 Therapy Assistant at West Middlesex University Hospital. This is an ideal next step for someone considering a career in Allied Health Professions. You will be working in the Medical Rehabilitation Therapies Team which consists of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy Assistants. We provide therapy to adults who are in hospital as a result of an acute illness, assisting them to regain mobility and independence with day to day tasks. You will require some background and experience in a health care setting or working alongside Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, as this post requires you to work in a busy hospital environment with patients, families and other professionals. We are looking for someone who can work full time hours (37.5 hours a week Monday to Friday, working 8.30am to 4.30pm). The job description provides details on the clinical, administrative and communication requirements and responsibilities of this post. However, the key role will be to support the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists to deliver therapeutic care to the patients following admission to hospital. You will also be responsible for - Delegated administration duties for individuals and the clinical team in which you are working Liaison and communication with therapists and other professionals Dealing sensitively with patients and their families Maintaining treatment areas and equipment Maintaining accurate documentation and written feedback of therapy sessions. Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs. The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Chloe Christensen Job title: Clinical Lead Therapist Medical Rehabilitation Email address: chloe.christensennhs.net Telephone number: 07920252282