Physiotherapy Assistant

Barchester Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free learning and development

Profit share scheme

Holiday, retail and leisure discounts

Refer a Friend bonus schemes

Job summary

Barchester is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to support our residents in Greater London under the supervision of a Physiotherapist. You will help residents reach their best physical condition by providing basic, evidence-based physiotherapy and by maintaining accurate records, while handling essential admin tasks to ensure a smooth service.

Empathy, good communication, and a person-centred approach are essential; NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care (or willing to work towards) is required.

Qualifications

• Empathy and person-centred approach essential.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic admin tasks to maintain accurate records and efficient service.
• Assist Physiotherapist to deliver basic, evidence-based physiotherapy.
• Contribute to residents' best possible physical condition with compassionate care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Anatomy knowledge

Education

NVQ 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

THE ROLE

As a Physiotherapy Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will work under the guidance of the Physiotherapist to make sure our residents get the most of out of life by helping them to reach their best possible physical condition. We'll look to you to provide individualised quality physiotherapy in line with current and evidence-based professional practice, as well our company policies.

You will be required to provide basic administrative tasks to maintain accurate records and an efficient service. You are an empathetic and passionate individual with excellent communication and relationship-building skills who can demonstrate a good knowledge of anatomy and physiology. An interest in the subject field both within and outside the work environment is preferred. Previous experience in a neuro-rehab environment or similar would be advantageous.

ABOUT YOU

To join us as a Physiotherapy Assistant you'll need to have empathy, dedication and a can-do attitude. You will need NVQ 2 (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care, or be willing to work towards this qualification. With exposure to so many different areas of care, you will have the opportunity to build on your skills. Above all, you'll have a person-centred approach which means you always deliver the highest standards of care and support.

REWARDS PACKAGE

As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

• Free learning and development
• Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme
• A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts
• Refer a Friend bonus schemes.

If you'd like to use your experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.