JOB DESCRIPTION
PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT
Reports to: Physiotherapist
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:
1. To support students with physical disabilities with their learning and
development under the direction of a qualified physiotherapist, including
carrying out therapy programmes, Aquatic Therapy, walking programmes,
standing programmes and as directed by the physiotherapist.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Support with the on-going physiotherapy provision for students with a variety
of needs in a variety of settings.
2. Manage a personal timetable, undertaking unaccompanied sessions, working
independently, acting as key liaison person when the physiotherapist is
unavailable.
3. Support the running of the Aquatic Therapy pool, including supporting
students with getting changed for their Aquatic Therapy sessions.
4. Promote a professional image and raise the profile of the Physiotherapy
Department and the NSC, including the wider community
5. Assess environment and atmosphere in which a session is planned to be
delivered and adjust in order to maximise student experience, engagement
and safety.
6. Assess student’s current condition (within scope of the role) as to whether the
delegated programme is appropriate to be delivered on this occasion.
7. Liaise with students, other health care professionals, residential teams and
education staff regarding treatment and management issues for the care of
the students.
8. Use therapy aids / tools/ equipment competently to deliver delegated
programmes.
9. Undertaking clerical related duties, including use of the PC. Use PhysioTools
programmes, writing exercise programmes for students, to be subsequently
implemented after confirming appropriateness with Physiotherapist.
10. Maintain individual case notes and electronic records of work undertaken.
11. Participate in service planning, support and development where objectives for
training and support will be identified.
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12. Attend College and department meetings as required and provide feedback to
colleagues. Participate in agreed training sessions, which may include inhouse or external bodies, attending all mandatory training sessions
13. Through personal example and action demonstrate commitment to equality
and diversity ensuring equality of access in service delivery.
14. Adhere to College Policies in relation to the submission of expenses, Special
leave of absence etc.
15. Work in accordance with the College’s Policies and Procedures in relation to
Health and Safety at Work, Confidentiality, Infection Control, POVA etc.
(reporting issues on as appropriate)
16. To undertake such other duties as may from time to time be determined by
the Senior Physiotherapist, Head of Learning Programmes and/or Director of
Learning Programme.
DEVELOPMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
To contribute to the development of new initiatives within the field of Further
Education of students with physical disabilities.
SAFEGUARDING:
The college takes seriously its responsibility for safeguarding and is
committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young adults and
children. Therefore we require that all staff share this and act accordingly by
applying organisation policy and procedure and attending annual
safeguarding training.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT
ATTRIBUTE
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL
 Good standard of
education, Literacy
equivalent to Level 2
DESIRABLE
 Qualification in
relevant/related
sphere of practice e.g.
NVQ 111 in mobility
and movement, or
similar
Experience
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Skills /
Knowledge
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Personal
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At least 2 years previous
experience of working with
clients with physical and
associated disabilities
or
1 years as a Physiotherapy
Assistant
Good observation skills
Problem solving approach
Client focussed
Awareness and
understanding of the role of
an Physiotherapist
 Good verbal and written
communication
 Practical skills
 Water confident / swimmer
 Able to work independently
 Good organisational skills
 Ability to write concisely and
have the ability to
summarise information.
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An effective team player
Flexible adaptable and
confident
Proactive and creative
Ability to self-direct
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Use therapeutic
equipment
Rebound therapy
Aquatic Therapy
Passive stretching
Awareness of basic
anatomy and
physiology
Other
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IT literate, able to use
Microsoft Office: Word and
Outlook,
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Understand and comply with
the confidential nature of the
work
Good time management
Good health, suitable for the
physical
nature of the job
Able to travel to meet the
commitments of the post
Support the ethos of the
college and be fit to work
with vulnerable adults and
children.
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Experience of using
Databridge and
Stardata. Excel and
Powerpoint
Full driving licence