Paediatric Community Therapy Assistant

NHS; Sefton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading children's health service provider is seeking a part-time Community Therapy Assistant for their Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy team. This role involves supporting experienced therapists to work with children aged 0-19 years facing developmental and neurological challenges. Located at the Ainsdale Centre for Health and Wellbeing in North Sefton, the role requires an individual who can work independently, manage a patient caseload, and provide high standards of care in community settings. Opportunities for training and development are included.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Prepared to work towards NVQ level II.
• Experience in a caring environment with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and treatment of referred children.
• Deliver individual therapy programmes under therapist supervision.
• Manage a caseload as delegated by therapists.

Skills

Communication skills

Therapeutic handling

Ability to work independently

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

NVQ level II or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading children's health service provider is seeking a part-time Community Therapy Assistant for their Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy team. This role involves supporting experienced therapists to work with children aged 0-19 years facing developmental and neurological challenges. Located at the Ainsdale Centre for Health and Wellbeing in North Sefton, the role requires an individual who can work independently, manage a patient caseload, and provide high standards of care in community settings. Opportunities for training and development are included.