Junior Physiotherapist

The Role

Portland is a specialist college, residential care provider and Centre of Excellence for Autism. We believe everyone with disabilities should have a lifetime of opportunity. 

We are a safe and happy place that helps people to lead more independent and fulfilling lives. Our education and care programmes focus on three themes: independence, health and well-being and employability. Everyone has different needs, so we tailor our programmes for people to focus on achieving their goals, their way. Ofsted and CQC rate us as Good, and we have won several awards for our wonderful provision. 

At Portland Charity our staff are at the heart of what we do, we are passionate about our vision and dedicate our careers to improving the lives of people with disabilities. Our priority is to create an outstanding place to work and a happy working environment where the rewards of a job well done can be seen in the faces of our learners and citizens.

As Junior Physiotherapist you will join our diverse, growing therapy provision at the College. We can offer an excellent working environment with state of the art equipment, new and innovative treatment techniques, a large hydrotherapy pool, training, good CPD support and the opportunity to work alongside a multi-disciplinary team including Speech and Language and Occupational Therapists. We can offer a chance to develop your neurological rehabilitation skills, work with industry leading physiotherapists committed to providing outstanding therapeutic care for all.

Many of our students have complex physical and learning disabilities, or are on the autistic spectrum. You will undertake assessments of individuals with complex pathologies and communication difficulties. Encourage students to partake in an active approach to regaining and maintaining independence. This requires empathy, sensitivity and exceptional interpersonal skills. Undertake treatments utilising a variety of modalities including gym work, exercise prescription, use of trampoline, aquatic physiotherapy and classroom-based interventions. You will be able to instruct students, carers, tutors and learning support assistants on mobility and physical therapy activities and demonstrate the safe use of equipment.

A successful candidate will have responsibility for their own case load and be able to operate autonomously. You will hold supervision responsibility for Physiotherapy assistants and train newly appointed staff in elements of student care, safety and induction into the department. Be able to set SMART goals for treatment periods, review progress and modify goals and treatments as required.

As a Junior Physiotherapist you will hold a Physiotherapy Degree or equivalent, be registered with HCPC and hold a membership with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Many of our staff have a disability and we’re proud to hold Disability Confident and Mindful Employer status which recognises our positive approach to physical and mental health at work. Applications are completed via our online recruitment portal, if you require an alternative format to enable you to apply for this role then please contact the Portland HR team on 01623 499 111 who will be able to assist you.

Please note - CVs submitted will not be considered as part of your application.

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