Therapy Assistant
What is a career as a therapy assistant in health and social care?
A therapy assistant supports allied health professionals to deliver treatment and rehabilitation to patients ranging from patients regaining movement, communication or daily living skills.
Key duties:
- Assisting patients with exercises and therapy activities.
- Setting up equipment for therapy sessions.
- Monitoring and recording patient progress.
- Encouraging and motivating patients during rehabilitation.
- Supporting patients with mobility and daily tasks.
Entry routes and pay
There are no set entry requirements but employers may expect a good standards of English and Maths and some may ask for qualifications such as GCSEs, NVQs or equivalent.
A starting salary of £23,615 with opportunity to progress up to £25,674 with experience and additional training.
Where can you work?
Care Home
Community
Doctors’ Practice
Hospital
Mental Health
