Therapy Assistant

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS is seeking a compassionate and proactive Therapy Assistant to join their team at the Chislehurst Neurological Rehabilitation Centre. In this role, you'll support residents through person-centered care, working with expert therapists to help individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life.

Benefits

25 days plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Active Learning Hub for training opportunities

Active Reward App for discounts

24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Nest Personal Pension account

Medicash Health Plan access

Recognition through Active Awards programme

Enhanced sick and maternity pay benefits

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Commitment to upholding dignity and independence in care.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and protect the rights of residents.
• Carry out therapeutic assessments and treatment programmes.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication

Proactivity

Flexibility

Job description

Job summary

Come and join one of the UK's largest independent providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Main duties of the job

At Active Care Group, we believe in building brighter futures through outstanding, person-centred care. We're currently looking for a compassionate, proactive, and motivated Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team at Chislehurst Neurological Rehabilitation Centre.

Our centre provides expert care and rehabilitation for individuals living with complex neurological conditions, including acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, and progressive neurological disorders.

As a Therapy Assistant, you'll play a key role in helping residents regain independence, improve quality of life, and achieve their personal goals. You'll work closely with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech and Language Therapists to support and deliver individualised treatment plans tailored to each persons unique needs.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive and professional environment, where you'll be making a real and lasting difference in the lives of those we care for.

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Details Date posted

11 June 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,609 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

008789

Job locations

Chislehurst Rehabilitation Centre

Chislehurst

Greater London

BR7 5RU

Job description Job responsibilities

What you'll be working:

This role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

What you'll be doing:

As a Therapy Assistant, you will:

• Promote safety and protect the human rights of all residents in your care.

• Carry out therapeutic assessments and deliver treatment programmes under the guidance of qualified therapists.

• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary and multi-agency team to support safe and timely discharges.

• Provide resident-focused care that is safe, efficient, and aligned with both local and national standards.

• Use your initiative while managing your caseload, keeping the supervising therapist informed as needed.

• Conduct appropriate risk assessments of residents’ capabilities and environments prior to interventions.

• Monitor and evaluate resident progress, making appropriate changes to treatment plans within your scope of practice.

• Educate residents and families on the correct and safe use of equipment, with support from registered therapists when required.

• Empower residents and families to engage in self-management and make informed decisions about their care.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A Nest Personal Pension account
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Job description Job responsibilities

What you'll be working:

This role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

What you'll be doing:

As a Therapy Assistant, you will:

• Promote safety and protect the human rights of all residents in your care.

• Carry out therapeutic assessments and deliver treatment programmes under the guidance of qualified therapists.

• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary and multi-agency team to support safe and timely discharges.

• Provide resident-focused care that is safe, efficient, and aligned with both local and national standards.

• Use your initiative while managing your caseload, keeping the supervising therapist informed as needed.

• Conduct appropriate risk assessments of residents’ capabilities and environments prior to interventions.

• Monitor and evaluate resident progress, making appropriate changes to treatment plans within your scope of practice.

• Educate residents and families on the correct and safe use of equipment, with support from registered therapists when required.

• Empower residents and families to engage in self-management and make informed decisions about their care.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A Nest Personal Pension account
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Previous experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting (desirable but not essential)
• A proactive, caring, and flexible approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• A commitment to upholding dignity, independence, and the highest standards of care

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Previous experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting (desirable but not essential)
• A proactive, caring, and flexible approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• A commitment to upholding dignity, independence, and the highest standards of care

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.

Employer details Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Chislehurst Rehabilitation Centre

Chislehurst

Greater London

BR7 5RU

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Chislehurst Rehabilitation Centre

Chislehurst

Greater London

BR7 5RU

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)