How to become a Therapy Assistant
Supports physiotherapists, occupational therapists or speech & language therapists in helping patients recover function and independence.
Entry routes
- From Healthcare Assistant: On-the-job + relevant Level 3 (~1 yrs)
What you'll need
Certificates
- Care Certificate (completed)
Aptitude
- Interest in rehabilitation
A typical path
£25,272 now → £25,760 in 1 yrs
- £25,272
Healthcare Assistant
Year 0 · Band 2 · entry
- £25,760
Therapy Assistant
Year 1 · Band 3 · entry
- £27,476
Therapy Assistant
Year 3 · Band 3 · top
Common questions
How long does it take to become a Therapy Assistant?
1–2 years from HCA — see the step-by-step timeline above for a typical path.
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- Therapies (allied health) careers
- Therapy Assistant → Assistant Practitioner
- Therapy Assistant → Occupational Therapist
- Therapy Assistant → Physiotherapist
- Therapy Assistant → Speech & Language Therapist
- Therapy Assistant → Dietitian
Indicative — England 2026/27 Agenda for Change basic pay, excludes High Cost Area Supplements, unsocial-hours and overtime. Typical timings are national averages, not guarantees. Not financial advice. See data sources.