The Falls Assessment and Prevention service within Powys Teaching Health Board has been redesigned in an innovative and exciting way, and an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Therapy Assistant Practitioner to work in the specialist area of falls prevention and intervention.
We are looking for experienced and dedicated individuals with a strong interest in falls prevention and rehabilitation of our frail older population, including those living with frailty
This role focuses on community engagement, delivering interventions, and providing education to care home staff and residents, alongside completing multi-factorial falls assessments and interventions.
The post holder will support the Falls and Frailty teams in delivering high-quality, person-centred care for individuals living with frailty. Key responsibilities include supporting frailty management across community settings, delivering falls prevention and frailty-focused rehabilitation, and contributing to personalised care plans that promote strength, balance, mobility, and independence. Strong emphasis is placed on early intervention and prevention to reduce hospital admissions and enable individuals to remain safely in their preferred environment.
Working collaboratively with the Falls Clinical Specialist, Frailty AHPs, and wider multidisciplinary team (including GPs, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Nurses, Social Care, and third sector staff), the role supports a coordinated pathway for frailty and falls management.
Applicants should have relevant community experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently and within a team. Flexibility, excellent organisational skills, and participation in a 7-day rota are essential. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are required
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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.
