About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 4 Assistant Therapy Practitioners to join our developing Community Admission Avoidance Therapy Team (CAATT). This post will be based at the Royal Gwent Hospital, working Monday- Friday.
The post holder will contribute to the provision of CAATT by providing high quality, effective support to people who have presented to the emergency care department/acute medical units. This activity supports the ABUHB Clinical Futures work aimed at preventing unnecessary admissions to hospital, reducing length of hospital stay, providing care closer to home and establishing home-based support where appropriate by liaising with primary, community and third sector organisations.
We have a post available based at the Grange University Hospital, where CAATT provide a 7-day service 07:30-20:00. The shift pattern can be discussed/negotiated at interview, however, the requirement is for 0.8WTE aligned to these hours of service provision. Whilst the successful candidate will be assigned to GUH as a main base, there will be an expectation that they work across the sites where we provide service when required, with notice being provided, to ensure that the service remains responsive to demands.
Main duties of the job
This role is recognised as a key part of the multi professional service delivery and we are looking for skilled, organised and enthusiastic individuals to join us.
Patient management will be delegated by registered therapists and will include: working with patients to understand their challenges and concerns, the delivery of therapeutic interventions and liaising with patients, family, members of the MDT and external agencies to support and facilitating a return home where possible. Post holders will need to demonstrate good time management, prioritisation skills and flexibility in their approach as well as the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Successful candidates will work alongside registered Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists and will manage a delegated caseload of patients. The role will include supporting people with a range of functional difficulties within the bounds of the practitioner role, including those presenting with traumatic injuries, multiple co-morbidities, frailty and cognitive deficits.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Assistant therapy practitioners in CAATT are provided with the opportunity to develop and maintain the skills required to meet the defined competencies of the role which includes skills in Dietetic, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy support.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
GCSE English & Maths grade C or above (or equivalent) Experience of working in a support worker role Experience of working in the NHS
Desirable
Previous experience of OT/Physio/HCSW roles Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Skills & Attributes Essential
Numeracy and Literacy Skills - GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) AGORED level 3 certification or equivalent
Desirable
Evidence of understanding of role and admissions avoidance ethos
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address The Grange University Hospital
Caerleon Road
Llanfrechfa, Cwmbran
NP44 8YN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)