Band 3 Locum Community Physiotherapist

Rehab Assistant – Band 3 (Locum)

Job Overview

We are recruiting a Band 3 Rehab Assistant to join the Intensive Rehabilitation & Therapy Service at NELFT, working across Grays Court Community Hospital and Goodmayes Hospital within the North East London NHS. This community-facing locum role supports the assessment, treatment, and discharge planning of patients within a community rehabilitation team. A full, current driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential due to the nature of the service.

Key Responsibilities

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• Support the independent assessment, treatment, and discharge planning of patients within the community rehabilitation service.
   

• Deliver delegated rehabilitation interventions under the direction of qualified therapy staff.
   

• Use recognised outcome measures and clinical reasoning to guide and monitor patient progress.
   

• Confidently plan and manage your own delegated caseload and treatment programmes.
   

• Support patients to improve mobility, functional ability, and independence in daily activities.
   

• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective rehabilitation.
   

• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with NELFT and NHS standards.

About You

You are a motivated and reliable Rehab Assistant with previous NHS experience, ideally within a community or rehabilitation setting. You are confident working independently with delegated caseloads and bring a proactive, patient-centred approach to supporting recovery and safe discharge. Your strong organisational and communication skills will allow you to contribute effectively within a fast-paced rehabilitation team.

Requirements  

• Previous experience working within the NHS, preferably in a community or rehabilitation service.
   

• Confidence in planning and managing a delegated caseload.
   

• Understanding of rehabilitation principles and outcome measurement.
   

• Strong communication, documentation, and organisational skills.
   

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
   

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

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