Aquatics Therapy Assistant

Chailey Heritage Foundation; Lewes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Workplace Pension

Retail and leisure discounts

Healthcare Cashplan

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Health & Wellbeing Resources

Death in Service benefit

Onsite Café and free parking

Free flu jabs

Job summary

Chailey Heritage Foundation is seeking staff to support aquatic therapy programmes and sessions for children and young people with complex needs. You’ll assist in the water, help with personal care, and monitor progress within a multidisciplinary team.

You’ll work closely with NHS physiotherapy, education, care and aquatics colleagues to create a safe, inclusive environment and contribute to pool operations with a strong emphasis on safety and well-being.

Qualifications

• Confident swimmer with NPLQ or willingness to train.
• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Experience in a care or club setting is preferred.
• Calm, caring approach and ability to work in a team.
• Interest in supporting children with complex needs and learning willingness.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate aquatic therapy programmes and sessions for individuals and groups.
• Support children and young people with complex physical needs in the water.
• Assist with personal care before and after aquatic sessions.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming environment and monitor progress.
• Record outcomes per Aquatics Therapy Curriculum and collaborate with staff across disciplines.
• Support pool operations and uphold high health and safety standards.

Skills

Swimming ability

Calm, caring approach

Team player

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4+)

Tools

NPLQ qualification

ASA/STA Level 1 or 2 Teaching Aquatics

Lifeguarding experience

Job description

• Facilitating aquatic therapy programmes and sessions, including individual programmes created by our on-site NHS Physiotherapy team
• Supporting children and young people with complex physical needs in the water
• Supporting young people with personal care before and after aquatic sessions
• Creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment
• Monitoring progress and recording outcomes in line with our Aquatics Therapy Curriculum
• Working closely with colleagues across aquatics, education, care and physiotherapy
• Supporting activities and programmes across The Activity Place and Specialist Services when required
• Supporting pool operations and maintaining high health and safety standards, At Chailey Heritage Foundation, you'll be part of a supportive team doing work that matters, helping children and young people with complex disabilities take part in aquatic therapy and activities shaped around their individual needs

You'll work alongside colleagues from different disciplines, with training and support to build your skills and confidence in the role.

THE REWARDS GO BEYOND SALARY…

We know that feeling valued goes beyond the payslip. Here, you'll have access to practical benefits and everyday support for your health, wellbeing and finances.

• Enhanced Workplace Pension
• Retail and leisure discounts
• Healthcare Cashplan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health & Wellbeing Resources
• Death in Service benefit
• Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities
• Onsite Café and free parking
• Free flu jabs

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Safeguarding is our priority

Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to safe, ethical recruitment. We only advertise roles via our official website and trusted channels - we never ask for payment or bank details to apply. We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so. As part of our recruitment process, Chailey Heritage Foundation (CHF) collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. CHF is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data to meet its obligations under GDPR. Please ensure you have reviewed our privacy policy prior to completing an application with us.

• A confident swimmer with the swimming ability and level of fitness needed to achieve and maintain the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
• NPLQ qualified, or willing to complete the qualification with training provided
• Experience of working in a care or club setting
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent, in English and Maths
• A calm, caring approach and confidence working as part of a team
• An interest in supporting children and young people with complex needs and a willingness to learn

It would be great if you also have:

• ASA/STA Level 1 or 2 Teaching Aquatics qualification
• Lifeguarding experience
• Experience working with, teaching or supporting people with disabilities or complex needs