Physiotherapy Aide

Anglicare Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Anglicare Sydney is seeking a Physiotherapy Aide to support delivery of physiotherapy services at the Anglicare Health Centre, Castle Hill, with programs for Retirement Living residents and the wider community. You will assist with individual and group exercises, monitor progress, and work with the physiotherapists and care teams to promote mobility and wellbeing.

A compassionate approach and compliance with WHS are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Allied Health Assistance, Physiotherapy Assistance or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting exercise programs or mobility-focused interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of individual and group physiotherapy programs as directed by the Physiotherapists.
• Support residents with prescribed exercise programs and equipment use.
• Monitor client participation and report changes to the Physiotherapists.
• Coordinate and manage resident exercise program schedules and appointments.
• Work collaboratively with physiotherapists, care teams and village staff.

Skills

Allied Health Assistant

Physiotherapy Assistant

Education

Allied Health Assistant qualification

Job description

Transform lives, every single day

Do you want a career that means more? At Anglicare Sydney, we bring the strength, support and strategy to make it happen.

We are a well-respected not-for-profit that’s been serving society’s most vulnerable for more than 170 years. Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for the 40,000+ people who rely on our person-centred support. And now, we’re extending our reach and impact even further.

Your Opportunity

This is a permanent full-time opportunity based in the Anglicare Health Centre, Castle Hill, working Monday to Friday.

As a Physiotherapy Aide , you will support the delivery of physiotherapy services to clients visiting the Health Centre from our Retirement Living (Independent Living) Villages and wider community. This will be through individual and group exercise programs designed to improve mobility, strength, function and overall wellbeing.

With empathy, professionalism and a resident-focused approach, you will:

Service Delivery

• Assist with the delivery of individual and group physiotherapy programs as directed by the Physiotherapists
• Support residents with prescribed exercise programs and equipment use
• Monitor client participation and report changes in condition, behaviour or ability to the Physiotherapists
• Facilitate and attend meetings, as well as undertake administrative tasks, as required
• Work collaboratively with physiotherapists, care teams and other village staff

Resident Wellbeing and Support

• Build positive relationships with residents and their families
• Encourage participation in therapy programs and wellness activities

Scheduling and Administration

• Coordinate and manage resident exercise program schedules and appointments
• Communicate schedule changes to residents, physiotherapists, care teams and relevant stakeholders

Safety and Workplace Culture

• Maintain a safe, clean and organised work environment in line with WHS and IMS requirements
• Follow work, health and safety procedures and report hazards appropriately
• Support a positive, collaborative and inclusive team culture

What You will Bring

You are a caring and enthusiastic Allied Health professional who enjoys helping older people improve their mobility, confidence and independence.

You will also need:

What’s Required

• Qualification in Allied Health Assistance, Physiotherapy Assistance or a related discipline
• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting exercise programs, rehabilitation or mobility-focused interventions

What’s Preferred

• Experience scheduling appointments, group activities or therapy services
• Experience working within aged care, retirement living or community services
• Understanding of mobility, rehabilitation and physiotherapy support programs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Why Anglicare?

We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support, and the dedicated people here who make it happen.

• At Anglicare, you’ll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that’s ready for the future. You’ll belong to a community of kind, humble, and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career.
• On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us:
• Pay less tax on your income and increase your take home pay. With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax-free.
• Spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment and also tax free with salary packaging.
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career
• Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers
• Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family

Are you ready for a career, that means more?

Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Application Close Date: September 16, 2026