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We are seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to join our dedicated Therapies team here at Portland College. In this role, you’ll support the delivery of high-quality physiotherapy services to learners and citizens with a diverse range of needs.

The Key responsibilities of this role will include:

• Supporting the physiotherapists in delivering rehabilitation programmes through targeted exercises and treatments
• Treating learners on an individual or group basis following agreed treatment plans
• Assisting with physiotherapy sessions, including hydrotherapy and supervised classes
• Encouraging and motivating individuals to maintain and improve their independence
• Monitoring and reporting progress and maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in line with professional standards
• Carrying out safe moving and handling practices, demonstrating safe use of physiotherapy equipment
• Contributing to a high-quality hydrotherapy service
• Undertaking demanding physical activity in varying environments. E.g. supporting learners to carry out stretching activities; completing and demonstrating exercises in the hydrotherapy pool; supporting learners with poor balance in weight bearing positions; manual handling in multiple sessions per day in the gym and hydrotherapy (high temperature environment), including personal care.

We are looking for someone:

• Who is reliable, flexible and self-motivated with strong communication skills.
• Who has the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Who can follow treatment plans and adapt to individual needs
• Who has IT and record-keeping skills with a strong attention to detail
• With knowledge of safeguarding and safe working practices
• Who has some experience of working in a rehabilitation/care/education environment with individuals who have a range of complex needs

• With knowledge of anatomy, physiology or hydrotherapy

If you are passionate about helping others achieve independence and would like to be part of a dedicated therapy team, we’d love to hear from you.

You can see more about what we do at ��֦��Ƶ by looking at the Who We Are and Choose Your Future pages on our website /

As this role involves regulated activity, we will be required to carry out an enhanced with barred lists DBS check as part of our pre-employment checks.

*Please note, we will not accept any applications submitted after the campaign has closed. We may close campaigns early if we have a high volume of applications.

Working at ��֦��Ƶ

At ��֦��Ƶ, our learners, citizens and staff are at the heart of what we do. We are passionate about our vision that all people with disabilities will have a lifetime of opportunity, and you could help us to achieve that. Our priority for staff is to create an outstanding place to work where the rewards of a job well done can be seen in the faces of our learners and citizens.

There are lots of great benefits to working at ��֦��Ƶ

• A rewarding career and working towards positive outcomes for our learners and citizens
• You are eligible for a Blue Light Card with access to lots of great discounts
• Free and confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking on site and access to a subsidised canteen with a variety of meal options (main campus only)
• Everyone has an opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills on the job through training, mentoring and qualifications.
• Free life assurance – your family will benefit from a payment of 4x your annual salary if the unthinkable should happen

We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections the community.

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday working between the hours 9:30am – 5:00pm. Specific hours to be confirmed and can be discussed at interview.

Applying to work at ��֦��Ƶ

There are some other important things you need to know before you apply to work with us at ��֦��Ƶ.

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It is an offence to apply for this role if you are included in the child and or adult barred list. This role involves regulated activity.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

Please note – We need you to complete an application form to fulfil our Safer Recruitment responsibilities, but you can submit a CV, and we will consider it alongside your application form.

In order to apply for this role, you will need to apply using our online recruitment portal, Sam People Recruit.

Please click on the “apply” button, and this will take you to the link to access the platform.

If you have any questions or need some help when completing your application, you can contact work@portland.ac.uk or call the recruitment team on 01623 499111, extension 428 or 205, and we will be happy to help.

Many of our staff have a disability, and we’re proud to hold Disability Confident and Mindful Employer status which recognises our positive approach to physical and mental health and wellbeing at work. If you would like to speak with us before completing an application, you can contact our recruitment team on 01623 499 111 or via email at work@portland.ac.uk who will be happy to support you with your application or answer any questions.

Below are links to all the documents you will need, including the online application form.