Senior Therapy Technical Instructor - Stroke (Band 4)

Job Description

Senior Therapy Technical Instructor – Stroke (Band 4)

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

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

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  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

What We’re Looking For

Essential

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  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 xwzovoh

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively

Strong IT and documentation skills

Desirable

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  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.