Physiotherapy Assistant

NHS; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK care provider is looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant in Harrow. You will deliver individualized physiotherapy care under the supervision of a Physiotherapist, ensuring residents achieve their best physical condition. The role requires a caring individual with NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care or a willingness to obtain this qualification, strong communication skills, and an empathetic approach.

Benefits

Free learning and development

Automatic enrolment into profit share scheme

Holiday, retail and leisure discounts

Refer a Friend bonus schemes

Qualifications

• Empathetic and dedicated individual with a can-do attitude.
• Good knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Previous experience in a neuro-rehab environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized physiotherapy care under the guidance of the Physiotherapist.
• Perform basic administrative tasks to maintain accurate records.
• Help residents achieve their best possible physical condition.

Skills

Empathy

Dedication

Communication

Relationship-Building

Knowledge of Anatomy

Knowledge of Physiology

Education

NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

The Physiotherapy Assistant role at Barchester Healthcare involves providing individualized physiotherapy care to residents under the guidance of the Physiotherapist. The successful candidate will have empathy, dedication, and a can-do attitude, as well as a person-centered approach to deliver the highest standards of care and support.

Main duties of the job

As a Physiotherapy Assistant, you will work under the Physiotherapist to help residents reach their best possible physical condition. You will provide basic administrative tasks to maintain accurate records and an efficient service. The role requires excellent communication and relationship-building skills, as well as a good knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care and support services in the UK. They operate a network of care homes and hospitals, offering a range of services including nursing, residential, and dementia care. Barchester is committed to providing a rewarding and empowering work environment for its employees.

Job responsibilities

THE ROLEAs 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 YOUTo 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• You will need NVQ 2 (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care, or be willing to work towards this qualification. Previous experience in a neuro-rehab environment or similar would be advantageous.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.