Therapies Assistant
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Royal Trinity Hospice Therapies Assistant
The closing date is 07 October 2026
Job summary
We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible, as this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a high volume of applications is received.
If you would like to be part of a team that makes a difference and want to develop your knowledge and skills within a friendly and supportive team of specialists, who will encourage and support your professional development, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Therapy Assistant to join our Therapies Team and drive forward Royal Trinitys vision and values to ensure safe and outstanding care for our patients, helping them to make the best of every moment.
We are looking for a candidate who
- is a team player with good interpersonal and communication skills
- has the ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
- can use their own initiative
- enjoys working in a challenging environment and has a caring attitude
- has strong administrative skills and a sympathetic and tactful telephone manner
Our team of specialist palliative care Therapists (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics and Complementary Therapy) provide holistic and expert support to patients with progressive and life-limiting illness and those close to them. This role will be important in the daily management of clinical and non-clinical activities within the inpatient, outpatient and community setting.
Main duties of the job
- To support the Therapies Team, (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics and Complimentary Therapy) in the daily management of clinical and non-clinical activities within the In-Patient Unit (IPU), Outpatients, and the Community
- The post holder will assist the Therapists to maintain a high standard of patient care by undertaking delegated clinical programmes of management, administrative and equipment duties to support the functioning of the department.
- To assist therapists with patients treatment either jointly or to carry out treatment programmes following therapists assessment, this may include community visits.
- To maintain a clean and tidy environment within clinical and non-clinical areas
- To help with the purchase, maintenance, and safe storage of equipment
About us
- We match Agenda for Change/NHS terms and conditions for maternity, paternity and long-term sickness pay
- Length of service for those joining directly from another CQC regulated organisation (NHS, social care, hospice) is recognised in annual leave, maternity, paternity and long-term sickness pay
- A pension scheme is offered with employer contributions of up to 7.5%or a continuation of your existing NHS pension
- A generous 27 days annual leave increasing to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years, plus bank holidays (any bank holidays worked will be given back in lieu)
- Cycle to work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans available
- Free eyesight test for DSE users and a contribution towards the cost of glasses
- 25% store discount in Trinity shops
- Life assurance cover
- Lots of opportunities to attend exciting and high-profile events e.g. a staff lottery to attend our regular biannual Gala dinner; participating in Royal visits, and the annual summer garden party
- Regular ballots for donated free tickets and prizes
- Access to courses of free counselling
Royal Trinity Hospice is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Everyone at Trinity is treated fairly with dignity and respect irrespective of age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, civil partnership status, disability, nationality, race, religion or belief.
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£31,554 to £33,270 a year pro rata of AfC 3 for part time hours
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0132-26-0028
Job locations
30 Clapham Common North Side
London
SW4 0RN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Overall purpose of the role
To support the Therapies Team, (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and Complimentary Therapy) in the daily management of clinical and non-clinical activities within the In-Patient Unit (IPU), Outpatients, and the Community
The post holder will assist the Therapists to maintain a high standard of patient care by undertaking delegated clinical programmes of management, administrative and equipment duties to support the functioning of the department.
To assist therapists with patients treatment either jointly or to carry out treatment programmes following therapists assessment, this may include community visits.
To maintain a clean and tidy environment within clinical and non-clinical areas
To help with the purchase, maintenance, and safe storage of equipment
Job description
Job responsibilities
Overall purpose of the role
To support the Therapies Team, (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and Complimentary Therapy) in the daily management of clinical and non-clinical activities within the In-Patient Unit (IPU), Outpatients, and the Community
The post holder will assist the Therapists to maintain a high standard of patient care by undertaking delegated clinical programmes of management, administrative and equipment duties to support the functioning of the department.
To assist therapists with patients treatment either jointly or to carry out treatment programmes following therapists assessment, this may include community visits.
To maintain a clean and tidy environment within clinical and non-clinical areas
To help with the purchase, maintenance, and safe storage of equipment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess basic literacy and numeracy skills
- National Care Certificate or agreement to complete
Desirable
- NVQ in Health & Social Care Level 3 or equivalent
- Background of a Health & Fitness Courses completed or Science Degree
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess basic literacy and numeracy skills
- National Care Certificate or agreement to complete
Desirable
- NVQ in Health & Social Care Level 3 or equivalent
- Background of a Health & Fitness Courses completed or Science Degree
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
Royal Trinity Hospice
Address
30 Clapham Common North Side
London
SW4 0RN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royaltrinityhospice.london/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Trinity Hospice
Address
30 Clapham Common North Side
London
SW4 0RN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royaltrinityhospice.london/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
HR Advisor
Helena O'Donnell
02077871000
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£31,554 to £33,270 a year pro rata of AfC 3 for part time hours
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0132-26-0028
Job locations
30 Clapham Common North Side
London
SW4 0RN
United Kingdom
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