Overview
An opportunity has arisen to join the paediatric physiotherapy team based at the Children’s Centre, Durham Road. We are a multidisciplinary team providing a community paediatric service for children ages 0‑19 years.
Role
The post holder will work as a Physiotherapy Assistant at Band 2, working across a variety of sites including special schools in Sunderland and South Tyneside, Oxclose Community School, mainstream schools and nurseries, Children’s Centre, Palmers Community Hospital and hydrotherapy at Sunderland Royal Hospital. The role is based in Sunderland.
Responsibilities
* Support experienced therapists independently and with staff from other agencies.
* Work with children of all ages and special needs.
* Assist in MDT, orthotic and internal departmental clinics.
* Demonstrate competent computer, communication and organisational skills.
* Gain experience and a working knowledge of safeguarding concerns.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Desire to work with children and special needs across a broad age range.
* Competent computer skills and good communication and organisational abilities.
* Willingness to undertake appropriate and ongoing training.
Benefits
Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy. We offer access to a fitness centre, libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and a care coordinator to assist with childcare arrangements.
EEO Statement
We welcome all applications irrespective of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, and in particular from under‑represented groups.
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