Physiotherapy Assistant (Bank)

Three Shires Hospital LLP; Northampton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Three Shires Hospital in Northampton is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to join the Physiotherapy department on a bank, flexible “as and when required” basis. You will support delivery of physiotherapy interventions under a registered Physiotherapist and assist with equipment setup.

This role offers exposure to a multidisciplinary team with training and development opportunities and benefits including private medical cover and flexible working hours.

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.
• A caring, patient-focused approach and commitment to promoting independence.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in a physiotherapy or therapy assistant role.
• Knowledge of mobility aids, basic anatomy, or therapeutic exercises.
• Familiarity with hospital systems and electronic documentation.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Observe and report patients' responses to treatment and any concerns to the supervising therapist.
• Set up and prepare treatment areas and equipment for therapy sessions, ensuring all equipment is safe, clean, and ready for use.
• Support patients in the safe use of mobility aids, walking frames, or other therapy tools.
• Assist with the maintenance, cleaning, and storage of equipment in line with infection prevention and control standards.

Skills

Healthcare setting experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient-focused approach

IT literacy

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Health and Social Care

Job description

Physiotherapy Assistant (Bank)

Three Shires Hospital Bank Shifts. Salary: Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification).

Three Shires Hospital in Northampton 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.

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.


• Observe and report patients' responses to treatment and any concerns to the supervising therapist.


• Set up and prepare treatment areas and equipment for therapy sessions, ensuring all equipment is safe, clean, and ready for use.


• Support patients in the safe use of mobility aids, walking frames, or other therapy tools.


• Assist with the maintenance, cleaning, and storage of equipment in line with infection prevention and control standards.

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.


• NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.


• Previous experience in a physiotherapy or therapy assistant role.


• Knowledge of mobility aids, basic anatomy, or therapeutic exercises.


• Familiarity with hospital systems and electronic documentation.

Salary & Benefits:

• Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.


• private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer.

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

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.