Community Physiotherapy Assistant for Learning Disabilities

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Learning & development

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension

Lease car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Staff accommodation

Staff networking and support groups

Job summary

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust in Oxford is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to work within the Community Learning Disability Service. You will be supported by a senior physiotherapist and will contribute to physiotherapy input in a community setting.

The role involves routine interventions, documentation, informal assessments, and delivering activities in settings including day services and homes. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Full valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine physiotherapy interventions and basic assessments with clients who have complex disabilities and health needs.
• Record all work on clinical records and share information with supervising physiotherapist.
• Conduct informal assessments/observations and contribute to holistic assessments.
• Implement client-specific physiotherapy recommendations to other professionals and carers.
• Use IT to extend physiotherapist's programmes.
• Deliver physiotherapy interventions in community settings, including day services and homes.
• Undertake manual handling and physical activities in various environments, including on the floor, in a swimming pool, and at different bed heights.
• Drive around the county in potentially busy traffic.

Job description

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust in Oxford is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to work within the Community Learning Disability Service. You will be supported by a senior physiotherapist and will contribute to physiotherapy input in a community setting.

The role involves routine interventions, documentation, informal assessments, and delivering activities in settings including day services and homes. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.