Physiotherapy Assistants work as part of a team and have a key role to play in the smooth running of the physiotherapy service and the rehabilitation of patients, assisting them reach their full potential and helping them get back home.
Following an induction period, the post holder will be expected to progress to managing their own patients including practising safe stair-climbing, walking practice, exercise programmes and provision/progression of walking aids. There will also be a requirement to do administration tasks, monitoring of stock and reduction of infection risk by cleaning and maintenance of some equipment. You will be an integral part of a supportive, friendly team, which includes qualified physiotherapists and other assistants.
The post holder will work full days Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 7.5 hours daily, and 12pm on a Thursday.
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Applicant requirements
The post would suit individuals with care experience who are looking for a career within the NHS. Qualified therapists are unlikely to be suitable for a post, as the ideal candidate will be committed to developing the role and taking it forward.
Applicants should be able to work independently and as part of a team. They will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and be committed to further personal and professional development.
Please apply if you have the following experience:
- Have delivered care to patients or clients in health or social setting
- Have basic keyboard/IT skills
- Have experience of working in a team.
