Senior Physiotherapy Assistant

Northumbria Group.; Norwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Physiotherapy Assistant to work in the Neurosciences and Cancer Care Team. The role includes providing therapeutic support and patient management for inpatients recovering from neurological conditions. Candidates must have a Level 3 Diploma and significant experience in a healthcare support role. The position offers flexible working hours and various benefits including discounted gym memberships and career development support.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Free 24-hour counselling support

Qualifications

• Significant previous experience as a health-care support worker.
• Demonstrated commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
• Availability to work weekends as part of rota.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy support on inpatient wards.
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with administrative duties to support the Physiotherapy service.

Skills

Effective teamwork and communication skills

Ability to assess and issue walking aids

Skills in treatment modalities

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Allied Health Support or equivalent

Completion of Physiotherapy Assistant competencies

Job description

Job Title

Senior Physiotherapy Assistant (two positions)

Contract Details

Location: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY

Role type: Permanent (and Fixed term/secondment for 28 weeks) 37.5 hrs per week

Band: 3; Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 per annum (pro rata)

Job Summary

Work within the Neurosciences and Cancer Care Team to support inpatients recovering from a range of neurological conditions. The role involves therapeutic support, patient management and close teamwork with physiotherapists and the multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy support on inpatient wards, assisting in recovery from acute illness
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team, developing new skills and accessing training and professional development opportunities
• Perform a variety of non‑clinical and clinical tasks in accordance with care pathways
• Operate autonomously within a specified clinical area to deliver delegated clinical tasks
• Support teaching and supervision of patients, including simple exercise programmes and use of walking aids
• Assist with administrative duties to support the Physiotherapy service

Person Specification – Essential

• Evidence of completion of Physiotherapy Assistant competencies and practical application
• Level 3 Diploma in Allied Health Support, NVQ in Care, or equivalent experience
• Significant previous experience as a health‑care support worker, including within a physiotherapy service
• Demonstrated role Solomon', model qualities, aligning with NNUH PRIDE values
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Availability to work weekends as part of rota

Person Specification – Skills

• Effective teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to assess, issue and teach walking aids, use of exercise equipment
Skills in treatment modalities such as Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, hot pack therapy

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi-faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24‑hour confidential counselling support
• On‑site Nursery
• On‑site cafés offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars, cycle‑to‑ஆம் scheme and home electronics

Interview Information

Interview date: 21st January envoud

Legal and Screening Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.