Physiotherapy Assistant

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Physiotherapy Assistant The closing date is 25 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Frimley Health are looking for a Physiotherapy assistant with a 'can-do' attitude to join our team at Wexham Park Hospital to work across a range of our departments. Whilst it is desirable for you to have previous experience working in a hospital or care environment, we are looking for an individual who is passionate about delivering excellent standards of care. In this ward based role you will be primarily assisting the physiotherapy team with delivering rehab to a variety of patients, some of whom may be quite unwell so you may, therefore, be working in demanding environments. As part of your application we want you to answer the following questions: What is the role of a physiotherapy assistant within an acute NHS hospital such as Wexham Park? Which part of the job do you think you would find most challenging? This needs to be entered into the supporting information section of the application form and will form part of the assessment criteria. If successful it is essential you are able to attend this face to face, online alternatives will not be available. Main duties of the job To provide general support in the area of work under the direct/indirect supervision of a qualified physiotherapist. Supervision may be provided on the ward, in the department after treatment or by telephone/bleep access. To assist in the care of patients within the Rehabilitation Department, Medical, Orthopaedics and Acute Stroke Unit wards. About us Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Details Date posted 16 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £26,618 a year per annum incl HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 151-NM396-A Job locations Wexham Park Hospital Wexham Street Slough SL2 4HL United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities To give general assistance to the therapist within the area of work. Supervise patient activities within the area of work i.e. 1 to 1 delegated exercise programmes, assisting in the delivery of patient education and exercise classes To assist patients with personal care including toileting and dressing To take patient information handover on the Ward from nursing staffwhen deemed competent by a Senior Physiotherapist to do so Keep records of work carried out, inc