Physiotherapy Assistant

Job description

We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work.

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.

We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £700 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.

Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated 'Outstanding' and Eastbourne DGH was rated 'Good' Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.

Job overview

Physiotherapy Assistant
Lewes and Newhaven MSK Outpatient Physiotherapy

We are looking to recruit a Physiotherapy Assistant to join our friendly and supportive MSK Outpatient Physiotherapy team based in Lewes and Newhaven. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated and keen to develop their skills in a healthcare setting. You will work alongside experienced physiotherapists, supporting patients throughout their rehabilitation and helping them achieve their individual goals. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will be working closely with patients and colleagues every day. If you enjoy helping people, are eager to learn, and thrive as part of a team, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

This role involves working closely with physiotherapists and our Band 4 Technical Instructor to support patients throughout their rehabilitation following injury or surgery. You will work with individuals on a one-to-one basis and, as patients progress, support them in group exercise sessions within a gym or class environment. Full training will be provided, including a competency-based framework to develop your skills in exercise progression and support to complete the Trust Care Certificate. Strong communication skills, empathy, resilience, and the ability to remain calm and adaptable in changing situations are essential, alongside a positive and proactive approach to new challenges.

The role also offers a varied workload, including providing administrative support, coordinating local ordering processes, liaising with clinical teams, and helping to maintain departmental supplies and equipment. You will support departmental health and safety activities, audits, and the smooth day-to-day running of the service. Ongoing local training and competency-based development opportunities will be provided to help you build the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the role and contribute effectively to the wider physiotherapy team.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• GCSE grade 4 or GCE C and above
• Level 2 functional skills or health care support worker apprenticeship / NVQ level 2 in relevant subject
• Level 3 apprenticeship for example senior health care support worker or similar and / or NVQ level 3 in relevant subject or equivalent level of knowledge and experience

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience in health or social care settings such as employment, work experience volunteering or placements

Desirable criteria

• Demonstrate the values of the NHS and commitment to personal and professional development

Skills

Essential criteria

• Demonstrating respect, kindness and empathy at all times
• Understanding of role boundaries and the importance of supervision and carrying out appropriately delegated tasks.
• Able to understand and follow procedures protocols and plans

Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

Our vision is to be:

• The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.

Our mission is to:

• Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.

Our strategic objectives are to:

• Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
• Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients' experiences.
• Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.

Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:

• Safe
• Effective
• Caring
• Responsive and
• Well led

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