Job summary
Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK.
Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.
Department: Continuing Care Services / Brain Injury Service
Salary range: Band 2 £28,939 (pro rata £17,363)
Hours of work: 22.5 hours per week (Monday & Friday 8am4pm + one day by agreement)
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year)
Location: Putney, Southwest London
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Physiotherapy Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term basis.
You will support the Physiotherapy team in delivering high-quality care to patients with complex neurological conditions, primarily within the Brain Injury Service. This role includes working across therapy settings, including hydrotherapy, and supporting patients with a range of physical, cognitive, and communication needs.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience in neuro-rehabilitation within a specialist multidisciplinary environment.
Main duties of the job
Main Objectives of the Role
- Support the Physiotherapy team in delivering therapeutic interventions
- Assist with patient care and rehabilitation activities
- Contribute to a safe, effective, and patient-centred service
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
Key Responsibilities
- Assist physiotherapists with patient assessment and treatment
- Deliver delegated therapy interventions (land and hydrotherapy)
- Support patient care, including aspects of personal care where required
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Support equipment management, cleaning, and infection control
- Assist with administrative tasks and service organisation
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the MDT
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with adults with disabilities (health or social care)
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Physically fit for a rehabilitation environment
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Previous experience as a Physiotherapy or Rehabilitation Assistant
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting
- Relevant training in neurological conditions or rehabilitation
About us
Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK.
Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.
Department: Continuing Care Services / Brain Injury ServiceSalary range: Band 2 £28,939 (pro rata £17,363)Hours of work: 22.5 hours per week (Monday & Friday 8am4pm + one day by agreement)Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year)Location: Putney, Southwest London
Click here for the full job description
Summary of PositionWe are looking for a motivated and compassionate Physiotherapy Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term basis.
You will support the Physiotherapy team in delivering high-quality care to patients with complex neurological conditions, primarily within the Brain Injury Service. This role includes working across therapy settings, including hydrotherapy, and supporting patients with a range of physical, cognitive, and communication needs.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience in neuro-rehabilitation within a specialist multidisciplinary environment.
Main Objectives of the Role - Support the Physiotherapy team in delivering therapeutic interventions
- Assist with patient care and rehabilitation activities
- Contribute to a safe, effective, and patient-centred service
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
Key Responsibilities - Assist physiotherapists with patient assessment and treatment
- Deliver delegated therapy interventions (land and hydrotherapy)
- Support patient care, including aspects of personal care where required
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Support equipment management, cleaning, and infection control
- Assist with administrative tasks and service organisation
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the MDT
ExperienceEssential
- Experience working with adults with disabilities (health or social care)
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Physically fit for a rehabilitation environment
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Previous experience as a Physiotherapy or Rehabilitation Assistant
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting
- Relevant training in neurological conditions or rehabilitation
Compensation Range
£28,939.00 - £28,939.00
Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:
Generous Annual Leave entitlement
Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)!
Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.
Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.
Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
Free on-site parking (rare in London!)
More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.
Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.
We are proud to be Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK.
Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.
Department: Continuing Care Services / Brain Injury ServiceSalary range: Band 2 £28,939 (pro rata £17,363)Hours of work: 22.5 hours per week (Monday & Friday 8am4pm + one day by agreement)Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year)Location: Putney, Southwest London
Click here for the full job description
Summary of PositionWe are looking for a motivated and compassionate Physiotherapy Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term basis.
You will support the Physiotherapy team in delivering high-quality care to patients with complex neurological conditions, primarily within the Brain Injury Service. This role includes working across therapy settings, including hydrotherapy, and supporting patients with a range of physical, cognitive, and communication needs.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience in neuro-rehabilitation within a specialist multidisciplinary environment.
Main Objectives of the Role - Support the Physiotherapy team in delivering therapeutic interventions
- Assist with patient care and rehabilitation activities
- Contribute to a safe, effective, and patient-centred service
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
Key Responsibilities - Assist physiotherapists with patient assessment and treatment
- Deliver delegated therapy interventions (land and hydrotherapy)
- Support patient care, including aspects of personal care where required
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Support equipment management, cleaning, and infection control
- Assist with administrative tasks and service organisation
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the MDT
ExperienceEssential
- Experience working with adults with disabilities (health or social care)
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Physically fit for a rehabilitation environment
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Previous experience as a Physiotherapy or Rehabilitation Assistant
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting
- Relevant training in neurological conditions or rehabilitation
Compensation Range
£28,939.00 - £28,939.00
Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:
Generous Annual Leave entitlement
Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)!
Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.
Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.
Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
Free on-site parking (rare in London!)
More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.
Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.
We are proud to be Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
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.
