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Main duties of the job
Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre in Bristol is the Level 1 service for patients with complex neurological rehabilitation needs for the South West of England. We have 52 rehabilitation beds and offer both Level 1 (intensive) and Level 2 (slower stream) specialist inpatient rehabilitation for patients with brain injury and other neurological conditions.
We are offering an exciting opportunity to join and support our therapy team as a Physiotherapy Assistant. The post is a 1-year fixed-term contract and may appeal to those considering a career as a physiotherapist, wanting to gain skills, experience, and a better understanding of the profession.
About us
Active Care Group is a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job responsibilities
The role will involve:
* Carrying out exercise and mobility programmes
* Assisting physiotherapists with treatment sessions, including hydrotherapy
* Running exercise groups
* Using specialist equipment such as standing frames, walking harnesses, treadmills, and wheelchair-accessible exercise bikes
* Supporting the team with administrative tasks and maintaining a tidy and functional gym
* Understanding the wider effects of brain injury on physical rehabilitation
Training will be provided by the physiotherapy team, and you will be supported to develop within the role through regular supervision. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team that includes Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Neuropsychologists, Doctors, Nurses, Rehabilitation Technicians, and Rehabilitation Assistants.
For an informal discussion, please contact Claire Bassett (Lead Physiotherapist) or David Hewitt (Deputy Lead Physiotherapist) on 0117 9562697
Please note - this advert will close once we have received a sufficient number of applications.
What to look forward to:
Birthday off
Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e-learning and face-to-face training and development opportunities
Active Reward App offering discounts and savings on your weekly shop
Free 24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship, and consumer advice
Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
Refer a Friend Scheme and earn up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Experience
* A keen interest in exercise and rehabilitation
* Passionate about helping those with disabilities to maximise their physical potential
* Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
* Works well in a team
* Dynamic and enthusiastic
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
Active Care Group
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