Job Description

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Therapy Assistant Practitioner to work within the Older peoples Therapy Team at Poole Hospital, University Hospitals Dorset. Clinical areas covered by the team at Poole Hospital include; Emergency department , Rapid Assessment Consultant Evaluation (RACE) Unit and Same Day Emergency C are (SDEC) clinic, Older peoples medical and complex care wards.



This is an ex cellent opportunity to work as a part of the specialist frailty M ulti-disciplinary team (MDT) . As a team and part of the MDT we take pride in delivering a patient-centred focus through timely comprehensive assessment s , interventions and discharge planning.



We are looking for individuals who share a passion for working with Older people. This post is a clinical post, where the post holders will engage in completing assessments and treatment of patients within the acute hospital setting.



The key responsibilities would require you to have confidence completing therapy assessments on an individual basis. Engaging patients in rehab to regain function. Effective and adaptable communication skills are essential as you will be working with a diverse patient group. You must be motivated and enthusiastic in promoting rehabilitation and recovery. You need to be well-organised and confident as you will have responsibility to provide support and guidance to other therapy support staff.

Interview Date:

10th / 11th December 2025



Previous experience of working with older people, in an acute hospital or community setting is essential. The post will include 7 day working and therefore the post holder will be expected to participate in weekend rotas.



You will be required to achieve a certain competency level which we will give you support and training to help you achieve. We have in- house training and a supportive team of clinical staff.



Ideally you should be a car driver with a full driving licence.



The role may include assessing patients in their home environment, with support as required from the qualified clinicians.



Additional contact information



OPS Therapies Clinical leads - 0300 019 8654 / 07920072988

Base Location:

Poole Hospital



Post will move to RBH approximately July 2026



Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.



UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.



In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview



There is a planned move for this service during March 2025, when this role and base of work will relocate to Bournemouth site. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions



To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert