Woodlands Hospital in Darlington is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.
We have an opportunity for a Physiotherapy Assistant to join their team of staff in the Physiotherapy department.
This is a part time role for 21 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.
Duties of this role include:
Assist with the delivery of physiotherapy interventions as directed by a registered Physiotherapist.
Support patients with prescribed exercises, mobility practice, and therapeutic activities in a safe and compassionate manner.
Set up and prepare treatment areas and equipment for therapy sessions, ensuring all equipment is safe, clean, and ready for use.
Provide reassurance and motivation to patients during therapy, helping build confidence and engagement.
Assist with administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, stock checks, and preparation of therapy materials.
Follow all relevant health and safety, infection control, and safeguarding procedures.
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
Experience working in a healthcare, care, or rehabilitation setting.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
A caring, patient-focused approach and commitment to promoting independence.
Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
Salary & Benefits
Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:
25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
Private Pension Scheme
Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
Non-contributory life insurance
Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
Employee recognition programmes
Industry leading training and development opportunities
…and much more!
Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles…and more.
We’re passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.
To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy
