Children's Physiotherapy Assistant

Job description

Job summary

Do you have an interest in working in Children's Services as a Paediatric Physiotherapy Assistant?

This post would suit someone who has an interest in working with children and supporting the physiotherapy team. Candidates must demonstrate evidence of previous experience as a physiotherapy assistant/technician working in an NHS setting. This post does not require a physiotherapy qualification but candidates must demonstrate experience in working with children.

We are looking for an experienced, highly motivated Paediatric Physiotherapy Assistant to join our friendly paediatric physiotherapy team, delivering services to children with special educational needs in mainstream and special schools, nurseries and the community.

The team is part of an integrated Paediatric Therapy Service, providing a multi-disciplinary, family-centred rehabilitation service to children with a variety of complex needs.

The successful candidate will support clinical and school staff in delivering physiotherapy to children and young people aged 4-19 years with complex health needs across a variety of community settings.

The work is varied and requires a flexible approach, with a focus on promoting good customer service and effective working relationships.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of the Physiotherapy Team, supporting Physiotherapists to deliver care to children with physical and movement difficulties and Special Educational Needs (SEN) across Brent.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children in mainstream and special schools, preschool settings, community settings and MSK clinics.
• Working with children who may have severe or profound learning disabilities, challenging behaviours or English as an additional language (EAL).
• Working independently with children under the guidance and direction of a Physiotherapist.
• Supporting Physiotherapists and education staff to deliver individual physiotherapy programmes.
• Adapting activities to meet each child's individual needs and help them access their curriculum and environment.
• Working collaboratively with children and young people, parents, carers, families and education staff.
• Supporting group activities within schools, community settings and MSK outpatient clinics.
• Travelling between schools and community locations as required.
• Completing administrative duties to support the day-to-day running of the department.
• Contributing to team meetings and departmental projects.
• Assisting Physiotherapists with the delivery of training to schoolstaff and parents on aspects of physiotherapy.

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Recognised NVQ or equivalent Qualification
• Educated to at least: 5 GCSEs A-C, including English and Maths

Desirable

• Short courses in development of physical skills/child related medical conditions

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working as a physiotherapy assistant/practitioner in an NHS setting
• Working with Children and young people with physical difficulties
• Working with parents and carers
• Working with a physiotherapist
• Administration tasks

Desirable

• Working within an education environment
• Running groups
• Experience working with electronic patient records such as systemone/RIO/EMIS
• Experience working with databases/excel spread sheets

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with children and young people of all ages and abilities.
• Ability to work independently under guidance within agreed constraints.
• Ability to carry out tasks as directed by an PT
• Awareness of the roles of other professionals in Health, Education and Social Care involved with CYP.
• Good computer literacy and confidence using Microsoft Office and other relevant IT systems
• Knowledge of children with disabilities

Desirable

• Knowledge of SEN/EHCP process

Other

Desirable

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

Person Specification
Education/Qualification

Essential

• Recognised NVQ or equivalent Qualification
• Educated to at least: 5 GCSEs A-C, including English and Maths

Desirable

• Short courses in development of physical skills/child related medical conditions

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working as a physiotherapy assistant/practitioner in an NHS setting
• Working with Children and young people with physical difficulties
• Working with parents and carers
• Working with a physiotherapist
• Administration tasks

Desirable

• Working within an education environment
• Running groups
• Experience working with electronic patient records such as systemone/RIO/EMIS
• Experience working with databases/excel spread sheets

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with children and young people of all ages and abilities.
• Ability to work independently under guidance within agreed constraints.
• Ability to carry out tasks as directed by an PT
• Awareness of the roles of other professionals in Health, Education and Social Care involved with CYP.
• Good computer literacy and confidence using Microsoft Office and other relevant IT systems
• Knowledge of children with disabilities

Desirable

• Knowledge of SEN/EHCP process

Other

Desirable

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust
Address

Chalkhill Primary Care Centre

113 Chalkhill Rd

WEMBLEY

HA9 9FX

United Kingdom

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