Rural Children's Therapy Assistant - Band 3 (NHS)

Ncic; Kendal; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Discounts

Salary Sacrifice schemes including LEA

Vivup counselling service

Job summary

NCIC in Kendal is seeking a part-time physiotherapist/occupational therapist to support children’s services across Cumbria. You will work within a specialist team to provide therapy interventions in diverse settings, including patient homes and clinics.

The role requires working with children under 19, with a focus on achieving good health and educational outcomes, under supervision and collaborative guidance from registered therapists.

Qualifications

• GCSE English language and maths at grade C or equivalent.
• Level III NVQ or equivalent in child development or related field.
• Experience or ability to work within a multidisciplinary children’s health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide a physiotherapy and occupational therapy service for pre-school and school-age children.
• Accept referrals and manage a delegated caseload in homes, schools, or clinics.
• Promote health and reduce inequalities for children and families.

Skills

IT skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Record keeping

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Organisation

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Level III NVQ in child development

Tools

Word

Email

Publisher

Job description

NCIC in Kendal is seeking a part-time physiotherapist/occupational therapist to support children’s services across Cumbria. You will work within a specialist team to provide therapy interventions in diverse settings, including patient homes and clinics.

The role requires working with children under 19, with a focus on achieving good health and educational outcomes, under supervision and collaborative guidance from registered therapists.