Physiotherapy Assistant (Bank)

Circle Health Group Limited (Weekly Payroll); Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Private medical cover

Wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group is looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant to join the Physiotherapy department at Huddersfield Hospital on a bank basis. The role involves supporting the delivery of physiotherapy interventions and assisting with patient exercises and mobility activities.

Availability on weekdays and weekends is required. The position is a bank, “as and when required” role, with duties that include setting up treatment areas, ensuring equipment safety, and helping with admin tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a healthcare, care, or rehabilitation setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Caring, patient-focused approach and commitment to promoting independence.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of physiotherapy interventions as directed by a registered Physiotherapist.
• Support patients with prescribed exercises, mobility practice, and therapeutic activities.
• Set up and prepare treatment areas and equipment for therapy sessions, ensuring equipment is safe and clean.
• Provide reassurance and motivation to patients during therapy, building confidence and engagement.
• Assist with admin tasks such as appointment scheduling, stock checks, and prep of therapy materials.
• Follow health and safety, infection control, and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Patient-centered care

IT literacy

Job description

Physiotherapy Assistant (Bank) Huddersfield Hospital Bank Shifts Salary: Up to £14.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Huddersfield Private Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Physiotherapy Assistant to join their team of staff in the Physiotherapy department. This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence. Candidates must be available to work both weekdays and weekends.

Duties of this role include:

• Assist with the delivery of physiotherapy interventions as directed by a registered Physiotherapist.
• Support patients with prescribed exercises, mobility practice, and therapeutic activities in a safe and compassionate manner.
• Set up and prepare treatment areas and equipment for therapy sessions, ensuring all equipment is safe, clean, and ready for use.
• Provide reassurance and motivation to patients during therapy, helping build confidence and engagement.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, stock checks, and preparation of therapy materials.
• Follow all relevant health and safety, infection control, and safeguarding procedures.
• Take part in relevant training and competency development to expand skills and knowledge.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Experience working in a healthcare, care, or rehabilitation setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A caring, patient-focused approach and commitment to promoting independence.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

“Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values. To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy”

Company Culture & Benefits:

At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding. As the UK’s largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world-class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait. Your health, your choice – we make it happen. We’re also passionate about out people.

With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive.

Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare