Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Assistant

2 weeks ago


Bristol, United Kingdom St Monica Trust Full time

Job Purpose

To support the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in providing a high standard of care, responding promptly and fully to the needs of St Monica Trust residents at our Sandford site, and working proactively to improve wellbeing.

Key results

  • 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
Essential experience/attributes
  • Self-motivated
  • Works well as part of a team
  • Enthusiasm for improving people's well-being
  • Approachable
  • Prioritising and time management ability
  • Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Problem solving approach
  • Adaptable and able to respond to individuals' changing needs and varying demands on the service
  • Minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) grades A to C including Maths and English
  • Ability to work autonomously within set boundaries

Desirable experience/attributes

  • Demonstrates knowledge of good practice in relation to caring for older people and people living with disability
  • Awareness of dementia
  • Working within a care or therapy team
  • Working with and/or supporting older people
  • Working with people living with disability
  • Good level of IT skills
  • Diploma Level 2 (or equivalent) in care or therapy

No prior experience as a Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Assistant is required; full training is provided with the job

Job Purpose

To support the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in providing a high standard of care, responding promptly and fully to the needs of St Monica Trust residents at our Sandford site, and working proactively to improve wellbeing.



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