Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Assistant

To support the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in providing a high standard of Physiotherapy care, responding promptly and fully to the needs of St Monica Trust residents at Westbury Fields and working proactively to improve their wellbeing, whilst also supporting colleagues through excellent team working.

This role also includes Working with the St Monica Trust Therapy Team to support the flow of clients through our 12 NHS pathway 2 beds and 4 non-weight-bearing beds at John Wills House care home.

£11.81 per hour; 30 hours per week, working Monday-Thursday, from 9:00am-5:00pm.

• Assist the Physios and OTs in assessing and treating our residents, some of whom may have complex care needs and/or may be living with dementia.
• Recognise progress or changes in the condition of residents and report changes through agreed channels.
• Demonstrate physical ability, dexterity and coordination to carry out physiotherapy interventions including therapeutic handling techniques.
• Build and maintain relationships of trust with residents, respecting dignity and confidentiality at all times.
• Manage own caseload and work under guidance, but without direct supervision at times.
• Follow a list of planned duties with degree of flexibility for purposes of efficiency and prioritisation.
• Use a range of equipment including hoists, walking aids and daily living aids safely and confidently.
• Help residents to practice exercises and skills (e.g. mobility, washing, dressing, kitchen tasks) for them to reach the agreed therapy goals.
• Support and lead exercise groups.
• Help to communicate advice/education to residents for them to reach agreed therapy goals.
• Use ways of encouraging and motivating residents to help them to reach their agreed therapy goals.
• Communicate effectively with the Therapy team and other teams.
• Maintain accurate written records in compliance with Information Governance and St Monica Trust policies/procedures.