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Therapy Assistant | Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
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Company: Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Salary: £28,392 - £31,157 per annum, plus 5% High Cost Allowance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivatedBand 4 Therapy Assistantto support Community Services, with a key focus ontriage and clinical support functions. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient patient pathways and high-quality care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Supporttriage processesacross community services

Contact referrersto gather additional clinical information, clarify referrals, and support appropriate prioritisation

Assist in thescreening and processing of referralsto ensure timely allocation

Support delivery ofspecific delegated clinical dutiesset by qualified therapists

Assist with patient assessments, reviews, and rehabilitation plans

Monitor patient progress and escalat

Contribute to safe and effective patient flow within community services

Maintain clear, accurate clinical records in line with Trust policy

Work collaboratively with therapists and the wider MDT

Skills and Experience

Experience in a healthcare or community setting

Strong communication skills, including confidence in speaking with referrers and professionals

Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively

Understanding of patient-centred care and rehabilitation principles

Ability to work both independently and within a team

To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to support flow and appropriate allocation of referrals and task.

Information gathering phone calls to referrer under guidance of B7 triage coordinator

Supporting with admin tasks on S1

Preparing and sending triage letters to patient, referrer, care home etc.

Fielding queries to CCC

Supporting community teams with accessing patient info when out on visits

To maintain patient records using appropriate documentation for intervention carried out.

To promote and facilitate access to community resources.

Identify, act and minimise risk to patients and clients.

Exchange information with patients/clients requiring support, tact and reassurance.

Form professional relationships with staff/patients/clients and communicate and cooperates with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture.

Constructively manage barriers to effective communication and works cooperatively with patients and team members.

Work without direct supervision of the registered practitioner in the implementation of programmes/reviews/triage tasks appropriate to the community and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and feedback appropriately.

Prioritise own tasks under the appropriate delegation of the registered practitioner.

Liaise with other providers regarding care provision.

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.

Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.

If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service.

Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.

Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.

Season ticket loans are interest‑free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details on the main responsibilities

This advert closes on Friday 18 Sep 2026

£39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata for part time plus 5% High Cost Allowance

£39,959 - £48,117 per annum + 5% High Cost Allowance

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