Physiotherapy Assistant

Active Care Group Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a full-time Physiotherapy Assistant at the Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre. In this role, you will support adults in their recovery from brain injuries, working within a collaborative team. You'll assist qualified physiotherapists, gain practical experience in therapeutic activities, and need NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification. Experience in neuro-physiotherapy is preferred. Join a supportive team and contribute to improving patient health outcomes.

Benefits

Free lunch when on duty

25 days plus bank holidays

Access to the Active Learning Hub

Medicash Health Plan

Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in neuro-physiotherapy is preferred.
• Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients.
• Knowledge of confidentiality and patient dignity.

Responsibilities

• Work autonomously with a delegated caseload of patients.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of group therapy sessions.
• Monitor and report on patients’ treatment progress.

Skills

Compassion

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Relevant physiotherapy qualification

Job description

Come and join one of the UK’s largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people – no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Are you passionate about starting or developing your career in Physiotherapy? Do you want to make a real difference for individuals recovering from brain injury and neurological conditions? This is your chance to grow, learn, and make an impact every day.

At Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, you’ll join a friendly, experienced Physiotherapy team supporting adults with complex cognitive and physical needs following acquired or traumatic brain injury. Our service includes a Level 1 Cognitive‑Behavioural ward (21 beds) and a Level 2 Neurorehabilitation ward (18 beds)—giving you exposure to a wide range of specialist interventions.

Located just a short walk from Greenwich’s cafés and character, Blackheath is a vibrant, inspiring place to build your career.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work alongside skilled Physiotherapists who will guide and mentor you
• Gain hands‑on experience delivering meaningful therapeutic activities
• Develop a deep understanding of neurological rehabilitation and functional recovery
• Join a passionate, friendly multidisciplinary team committed to exceptional patient care

If you’re curious, compassionate, and eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note: This advert will close once we have received a sufficient number of applications.

The Role

This is a full‑time position working 37.5 hours per week over 5 days. This may include one weekend day with a corresponding mid‑week day off. The working pattern will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.

• To work with a delegated caseload of patients autonomously and to provide high quality service to patients by assisting with therapy, exercises, and mobility routines as directed by the Physiotherapist.
• To assist in the preparation and delivery of group sessions.
• To plan, provide and evaluate therapeutic activities for groups and individual patients, working within a framework of guidance developed with a qualified Physiotherapist.
• Monitor patients’ treatment and report back to qualified clinicians on the patient’s progression.
• To carry out any departmental housekeeping tasks, including maintaining stock and advising on resources necessary to carry out the job, taking a lead role in ensuring orders are processed as appropriate.
• To contribute to the ongoing improvement of the therapy service via training, data collection and meetings. This may include being involved in an audit programme.
• To perform general routine duties in activities areas to ensure efficient daily running of a healthy and safe environment.
• With attention to detail, ensure that therapy areas and equipment are well maintained, clean and ready for sessions ensuring the safety of the people being cared for.
• Update the electronic patient record system and take appropriate notes under the Physiotherapists’ guidance.
• Assist Physiotherapists during treatments and assessments including demonstrating, helping patients and raising concerns where they arise.
• Maintain their own training compliance with and ensure they are up to date with regulatory standards.
• Adherence to all Group policies and procedures and ensuring that all colleagues in the service are aware of and understand company policies.
• Responsible for maintaining up to date knowledge of all ACG Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and ensure that all processes are adhered to and regularly monitored to ensure compliance.

What you’ll bring

• Experience in neuro‑physiotherapy is preferred.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), or relevant physiotherapy qualification.
• Compassion, patience, and a caring attitude towards patients.
• Knowledge of confidentiality, privacy, and dignity for patients.
• The ability to empathise with and motivate others.
• Computer literacy – use of internet, email and Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
• Good organisational skills.

We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident employer.

What to look forward to

• Free lunch when on duty
• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e‑learning and face‑to‑face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A Nest Personal Pension account
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• …and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group