Canine Hydrotherapy & Rehab Therapist

Plumpton College; Lewes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

CPD and professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site gym

Free eye tests

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Plumpton College is seeking a canine hydrotherapy and rehabilitation therapist to join our supportive college environment in Lewes. You will deliver safe, individualised hydrotherapy sessions and monitor progress against rehabilitation goals while maintaining clear records and ensuring welfare and safety standards.

You will communicate clearly with owners, colleagues and learners, and contribute to our canine therapy services and broader veterinary education programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Canine Hydrotherapy, with Level 4 treadmill qualification or willingness to work towards this.
• Genuine passion for canine rehabilitation with strong observation, clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with both people and dogs.
• A calm, patient and confident approach to canine handling, with a strong commitment to welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective and individualised canine hydrotherapy and rehabilitation sessions.
• Assess, monitor and adapt treatment according to each dog’s presentation, response and rehabilitation goals.
• Communicate confidently and compassionately with owners, colleagues, learners and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and uphold high standards of animal welfare, health, safety and professional practice.
• Carry out routine water quality checks, pool hygiene and equipment maintenance, ensuring facilities are safe, clean, compliant and ready for use.

Skills

Canine rehabilitation

Observation skills

Clinical reasoning

Problem solving

Communication skills

Welfare standards

Education

Level 3 Canine Hydrotherapy

Level 4 treadmill qualification or willingness to attain

Job description

Plumpton College is seeking a canine hydrotherapy and rehabilitation therapist to join our supportive college environment in Lewes. You will deliver safe, individualised hydrotherapy sessions and monitor progress against rehabilitation goals while maintaining clear records and ensuring welfare and safety standards.

You will communicate clearly with owners, colleagues and learners, and contribute to our canine therapy services and broader veterinary education programs.