Location
London, United Kingdom
Type
Full Time
Salary (£)
30,279 – 33,116 per year
About Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
They’re a world-renowned paediatric hospital delivering life-changing care to children and young people from across the UK and beyond. Their Dubowitz Neuromuscular Service is the largest of its kind in the country, combining cutting-edge research, specialist treatments and compassionate care. Every day, their team helps children with complex mobility and physical challenges achieve more than they thought possible.
Job details
Benefits
- Supportive team environment with opportunities to learn from leading specialists
- Professional development through training, research involvement and mentorship
- Varied clinical exposure including outpatient clinics, hydrotherapy and ward-based care
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous leave allowance for a balanced lifestyle
Requirements
- Experience working with children with mobility and physical difficulties in health, nursery or education settings
- Previous experience as a physiotherapy assistant or assistant practitioner in a related field
- Knowledge of manual handling and safe child transfer techniques
- Strong communication skills in verbal and written English
- Ability to prioritise workload, work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
- Organisational skills for stock management and equipment upkeep
- Computer literacy including Excel and database use
- Confidence in water for hydrotherapy support
- Ability to motivate children and build trust with families
Salary Details
Band 4 salary from £30,279 to £33,116 per year, depending on experience
About the Role
As a Physiotherapy Assistant in the neuromuscular team, you’ll work side by side with experienced physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals to deliver hands-on care that helps children build strength, mobility and confidence. You’ll be involved in assessments, outcome measure recordings and treatment sessions, both in clinics and on wards. The role blends clinical care with organisational tasks like stock control and equipment maintenance, ensuring services run smoothly for every patient. Your input will be key to creating an environment where young patients feel supported, motivated and safe throughout their treatment journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist physiotherapists in delivering specialist care, ensuring each child receives tailored support
- Conduct outcome measure assessments that track progress and guide treatment plans
- Support children during hydrotherapy, helping them feel safe and confident in the water
- Maintain therapy spaces, manage stock and ensure equipment is safe and ready for use
- Collaborate with the wider multidisciplinary team to create joined-up care plans
- Offer motivation and reassurance to children and families, making therapy a positive experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service 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 UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants over 18 are also subject to this requirement.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. They strive to ensure their workforce reflects the communities they serve.
Employer Details
- Company Name Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
- Address London, United Kingdom
- Contact Recruitment Team
Reference Number
GOSH-PA-NM-0825
How To Apply
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of children while developing your skills in a supportive environment, apply today.
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