About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit a motivated and compassionate Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation Technicianto join our Stroke and Neurology Rehabilitation Service.
This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting people with stroke and neurological conditions to maximise their independence and recovery.
The purpose of the post is to carry out skilled therapy interventions, as delegated by specialist occupational therapy and physiotherapy staff. Interventions will be delivered across a range of settings, including patients' homes, hospital wards and community environments. Proposed Interview Date: 28th June 2026
Main duties of the job Contribute to the assessment and treatment of patients supported by the Stroke and Neurology Rehabilitation Service. Deliver delegated therapy and rehabilitation programmes following professional assessment and guidance. Provide interventions relating to:
Mobility and transfers Personal care and activities of daily living Upper limb rehabilitation Cognitive, visual, perceptual, communication and sensory rehabilitation Encourage and motivate patients to take an active role in their rehabilitation, promoting independence, education and self-management. Work as a lone practitioner within community and virtual settings, in line with lone working policies. Monitor patients' responses to intervention, reporting progress and any problems to the therapy team. Provide assessments, order, issue, fit and demonstrate standard equipment, ensuring patients, carers and staff can use equipment safely and correctly.Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and carers, adapting communication style to individual needs. Work effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary team, respecting the contributions of others and representing the therapy profession appropriately at all times. Maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date documentation in line with legal, professional and departmental requirements, using the organisation's IT systems as required. Undertake general clerical and administrative tasks as required to support service delivery
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.
Job description Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
This is a community-based role that requires frequent travel to various locations throughout the county including areas that may not be accessible by public transportation. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate how they will manage these travel requirements.
Person Specification
Education, Qualification and Relevant Experience Essential
Good general education up to GCSE or equivalent NVQ Level lll or in BTEC national diploma appropriate area or equivalent relevant qualification such as or sports science / health related degree Experience of team working Experience of managing an autonomous caseload Experience of working in the NHS/healthcare setting
Desirable
Experience of working within a community setting, with stroke/neurology patients, from an Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy perspective. Evidence of recent study, e.g., Anatomy and Physiology ITEC, Access to Therapy course etc.
Skills and Aptitude Essential
Ability to prioritise workload. Good computer skills
Desirable
Completion of Stroke and neurology competencies
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 Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Camborne Redruth Community Hospital
Barncoose Terrace
Redruth
TR15 3ER
Employer's website https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)