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Reference: L0042-26-0217
Job summary
Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Main duties of the job
Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre in Bristol is the Level 1 service for patients with complex neurological rehabilitation needs for the South West of England. We have 52 rehabilitation beds and offer both Level 1 (intensive) and Level 2 (slower stream) specialist inpatient rehabilitation for patients with brain injury and other neurological conditions. The service is part of the Active Care Group.
Physiotherapy Assistant in Neurorehabilitation
Full Time 1 year fixed term contract 35 hours per week
We are offering a great opportunity to join our highly skilled physiotherapy team as a Physiotherapy Assistant, helping patients to maximise their physical recovery after life changing events such as traumatic or acquired brain injury. The post is a 1 year fixed term contract and may appeal to those considering a career as a physiotherapist, wanting to gain skills, experience and/or a better understanding of the profession.
About us
Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Details
Date posted
29 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,260.52 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
L0042-26-0217
Job locations
Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre
Bristol
Somerset
BS16 2UU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will involve:
- carrying out exercise and mobility programmes
- assisting physiotherapists with treatment sessions, including hydrotherapy
- running exercise groups
- using specialist equipment such as standing frames, walking harnesses, treadmills and wheelchair accessible exercise bikes
- supporting the team with administrative tasks and maintaining a tidy and functional gym
- understanding the wider effects of brain injury on physical rehabilitation
Training will be provided and you will be supported to develop within the role through regular supervision. You will also be part of a wider multidisciplinary team of Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Neuropsychologists, Doctors, Nurses, Rehabilitation Technicians and Rehabilitation Assistants.
For an informal discussion please contact David Hewitt (Deputy Lead Physiotherapists) on 0117 9562697
This post will close once sufficient applications have been received.
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A Nest Personal Pension account
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will involve:
- carrying out exercise and mobility programmes
- assisting physiotherapists with treatment sessions, including hydrotherapy
- running exercise groups
- using specialist equipment such as standing frames, walking harnesses, treadmills and wheelchair accessible exercise bikes
- supporting the team with administrative tasks and maintaining a tidy and functional gym
- understanding the wider effects of brain injury on physical rehabilitation
Training will be provided and you will be supported to develop within the role through regular supervision. You will also be part of a wider multidisciplinary team of Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Neuropsychologists, Doctors, Nurses, Rehabilitation Technicians and Rehabilitation Assistants.
For an informal discussion please contact David Hewitt (Deputy Lead Physiotherapists) on 0117 9562697
This post will close once sufficient applications have been received.
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A Nest Personal Pension account
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A keen interest in exercise and rehabilitation
- Passionate about helping those with disabilities to maximise their physical potential
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Work well in a team
- Dynamic and enthusiastic
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A keen interest in exercise and rehabilitation
- Passionate about helping those with disabilities to maximise their physical potential
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Work well in a team
- Dynamic and enthusiastic
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Active Care Group
Address
Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre
Bristol
Somerset
BS16 2UU
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Active Care Group
Address
Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre
Bristol
Somerset
BS16 2UU
United Kingdom