Job summary NB. We will be operating a wait list and other Physiotherapy Assistant jobs are likely to come up in different departments with different hours of working. The post holder will assist the Physiotherapists within Critical Care to maintain a high standard of patient care by undertaking delegated clinical programmes of management and administrative duties to support the functioning of the department. The specific clinical and administrative duties vary from area to area. To take part in rotas as required, including weekends and bank holidays. Physiotherapy Assistants do not hold a professional qualification, and work only under the direction of qualified physiotherapists and require a period of induction and training, approximately three months, to achieve required competency to perform all tasks. Main duties of the job You will be working across King's Critical Care Units alongside the qualified Physiotherapists. You will be expected to carry your own caseload of patients and provide the pre-prescribed treatment plans utilising a variety of basic physiotherapy techniques including mobilisation, passive range of motion and exercise programmes. You will also be assisting the Physiotherapist in complex treatment sessions for patients who require more than one therapist for support. You will have some non clinical tasks for the running of the team including referrals, documentation, taking messages, documentation and other admin tasks. You will be working with patients of varying ages, levels of disability and social and economic backgrounds, so will need to use a variety of communication skills and techniques to help you build rapport with your patients. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £29,485 to £31,088 a year pro rata inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 213-DH-7019216 Job locations King's College Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 9RS Job description Job responsibilities Once inducted, to work with minimal or no direct supervision of a physiotherapist. To carry own caseload of patients, with straight-forward physiotherapy problems, as delegated by the physiotherapist. To assist with the care of patients including any personal care that may be required pre/post or during the rehabilitation session. To provide treatment to patients following a pre-prescribed treatment plan utilising a variety of basic physiotherapy techniques such as assisting a patient to transfer with an appropriate aid or specific exercises To be able to recognise change in the condition of a patient, decide whether to treat and watch and document the patient response/reaction to any treatment undertaken. To monitor patients joint range whilst undertaking limb care regime and report changes to the physiotherapist To assist with removal and application of functional/supportive aids e.g. prostheses, splints. To assist the physiotherapist with individual rehabilitation, progressing to independent routine treatment sessions where immediate change or progression of exercise is not required. To teach the patient safe transfer methods and develop clinical judgement skills and experience to progress the patient onto other aids following departmental protocol or instruction from the physiotherapist To collect data from patients for recognised outcome measures and document for the physiotherapist to interpret. To organise own delegated work tasks and activities being flexible to the needs of the service as indicated by the physiotherapist. To take and relay messages accurately on the telephone and face to face with patients, relatives, health care professionals and others e.g. company representatives To provide and receive information from patients, nurses and other professionals regarding a patients condition and treatment progress. To be able to motivate and persuade patients through effective communication skills, utilising verbal and non-verbal skills. Communication will be tailored to the patients/carers level of comprehension or cognition e.g. using interpreters. To liaise with health care professionals and physiotherapists on a day-to-day basis in clinical area of work, with regard to patient care To liaise with managers, other administrative and support staff as necessary to ensure the smooth running of the department, both clinically and administratively. To maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times in line with Trust and departmental policies To maintain accurate and timely patient notes and activity records in accordance with departmental policy and to ensure the safekeeping and confidentiality of these records. To use departmental/Trust software e.g. EPIC or Physio Tools To update spreadsheets regarding patient contact time and outcome measures To undertake non-clinical induction of assistants and students as required. To be an active team member by supporting other members, offering assistance, being flexible and approachable particularly during changing service demands and staffing levels. To be responsible for competent use and maintenance of all equipment used, to report defects in equipment in a timely manner to the Clinical Lead in the area and locate missing items. To understand the function and use of departmental equipment e.g. Supportive chairs, exercise equipment and be able to use safely jointly with physiotherapy staff or independently with own patients. To undertake routine light cleaning/tidying tasks of clinical equipment e.g. supportive chairs, wheelchairs, electrical equipment To administer any equipment loan monitoring system and liaise with maintenance engineers where appropriate. To undertake administrative tasks particularly related to photocopying, record keeping, filing, errands and making appointments To be responsible for stock control within clinical areas ensuring consistent supply and request new orders from the departmental secretary, including using catalogues for new equipment. Collect, unpack and store new supplies To follow physiotherapy department and Trust policies To comment on changes to departmental policies, procedures and service development as required. To demonstrate capability in physiotherapy assistant skills, by completing the tasks listed in the Assistant Induction Checklist, within the first 3 months of employment. To participate in the Kings College Hospital Employee Performance Appraisal system and to fulfil its requirements To undertake relevant in-service training to improve patient care and for personal development To participate in the departments ongoing audit programme as required. Job description Job responsibilities Once inducted, to work with minimal or no direct supervision of a physiotherapist. To carry own caseload of patients, with straight-forward physiotherapy problems, as delegated by the physiotherapist. To assist with the care of patients including any personal care that may be required pre/post or during the rehabilitation session. To provide treatment to patients following a pre-prescribed treatment plan utilising a variety of basic physiotherapy techniques such as assisting a patient to transfer with an appropriate aid or specific exercises To be able to recognise change in the condition of a patient, decide whether to treat and watch and document the patient response/reaction to any treatment undertaken. To monitor patients joint range whilst undertaking limb care regime and report changes to the physiotherapist To assist with removal and application of functional/supportive aids e.g. prostheses, splints. To assist the physiotherapist with individual rehabilitation, progressing to independent routine treatment sessions where immediate change or progression of exercise is not required. To teach the patient safe transfer methods and develop clinical judgement skills and experience to progress the patient onto other aids following departmental protocol or instruction from the physiotherapist To collect data from patients for recognised outcome measures and document for the physiotherapist to interpret. To organise own delegated work tasks and activities being flexible to the needs of the service as indicated by the physiotherapist. To take and relay messages accurately on the telephone and face to face with patients, relatives, health care professionals and others e.g. company representatives To provide and receive information from patients, nurses and other professionals regarding a patients condition and treatment progress. To be able to motivate and persuade patients through effective communication skills, utilising verbal and non-verbal skills. Communication will be tailored to the patients/carers level of comprehension or cognition e.g. using interpreters. To liaise with health care professionals and physiotherapists on a day-to-day basis in clinical area of work, with regard to patient care To liaise with managers, other administrative and support staff as necessary to ensure the smooth running of the department, both clinically and administratively. To maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times in line with Trust and departmental policies To maintain accurate and timely patient notes and activity records in accordance with departmental policy and to ensure the safekeeping and confidentiality of these records. To use departmental/Trust software e.g. EPIC or Physio Tools To update spreadsheets regarding patient contact time and outcome measures To undertake non-clinical induction of assistants and students as required. To be an active team member by supporting other members, offering assistance, being flexible and approachable particularly during changing service demands and staffing levels. To be responsible for competent use and maintenance of all equipment used, to report defects in equipment in a timely manner to the Clinical Lead in the area and locate missing items. To understand the function and use of departmental equipment e.g. Supportive chairs, exercise equipment and be able to use safely jointly with physiotherapy staff or independently with own patients. To undertake routine light cleaning/tidying tasks of clinical equipment e.g. supportive chairs, wheelchairs, electrical equipment To administer any equipment loan monitoring system and liaise with maintenance engineers where appropriate. To undertake administrative tasks particularly related to photocopying, record keeping, filing, errands and making appointments To be responsible for stock control within clinical areas ensuring consistent supply and request new orders from the departmental secretary, including using catalogues for new equipment. Collect, unpack and store new supplies To follow physiotherapy department and Trust policies To comment on changes to departmental policies, procedures and service development as required. To demonstrate capability in physiotherapy assistant skills, by completing the tasks listed in the Assistant Induction Checklist, within the first 3 months of employment. To participate in the Kings College Hospital Employee Performance Appraisal system and to fulfil its requirements To undertake relevant in-service training to improve patient care and for personal development To participate in the departments ongoing audit programme as required. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 or GSCE level or equivalent including maths and English Experience Essential Experience of delivering care to patients in a health or social care setting Desirable Previous experience as a physiotherapy assistant Knowledge Essential Aware of Health and Safety policy and aware of need to comply with other relevant Trust policies/procedures Demonstrate basic knowledge of the role of a physiotherapist Competent to take part in weekend and bank holiday rota Can demonstrate ability to learn new procedures and techniques and follow instructions Basic numeracy and keyboard skills Desirable Knowledge of NHS structure Skills Essential Can demonstrate decision-making ability Able to communicate - written and verbal - logically and accurately, in English, imparting information to others Able to deal with people who have difficulty communicating Sensitivity towards patients when dealing with their toileting or who are disfigured by disability Able to motivate patients Able to recognise boundaries of own practice and responsibility Good team working skills Able to respect and value equality and diversity Punctual and able to manage a workload efficiently by prioritising and sharing work appropriately Able to work with minimum or no supervision, appreciating the need to consult qualified staff in appropriate circumstances Able to recognise, and take some responsibility for, own training needs Able to cope with a challenging working environment, and periods of interruption during the day Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 or GSCE level or equivalent including maths and English Experience Essential Experience of delivering care to patients in a health or social care setting Desirable Previous experience as a physiotherapy assistant Knowledge Essential Aware of Health and Safety policy and aware of need to comply with other relevant Trust policies/procedures Demonstrate basic knowledge of the role of a physiotherapist Competent to take part in weekend and bank holiday rota Can demonstrate ability to learn new procedures and techniques and follow instructions Basic numeracy and keyboard skills Desirable Knowledge of NHS structure Skills Essential Can demonstrate decision-making ability Able to communicate - written and verbal - logically and accurately, in English, imparting information to others Able to deal with people who have difficulty communicating Sensitivity towards patients when dealing with their toileting or who are disfigured by disability Able to motivate patients Able to recognise boundaries of own practice and responsibility Good team working skills Able to respect and value equality and diversity Punctual and able to manage a workload efficiently by prioritising and sharing work appropriately Able to work with minimum or no supervision, appreciating the need to consult qualified staff in appropriate circumstances Able to recognise, and take some responsibility for, own training needs Able to cope with a challenging working environment, and periods of interruption during the day Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address King's College Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 9RS Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)