current vacancy

Physiotherapy Assistant

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Closing Date: Monday 11th May 2026

Salary: Dependant on experience

Reports to: Lucy Wright, Head of Therapies

Location: Alexander House, 30 Troutbeck Road, Sheffield S7 2QA

Hours of work: 30 per week including 1 in 6 Saturdays

A message from your Head of Department:

"A Physiotherapy Assistant at STEPS you will be supporting the Therapies team to deliver high‑quality, client‑centred care.

The role isn't just about helping individuals regain mobility and improving physical function, it is enhancing overall wellbeing by assisting with treatment sessions, preparing equipment, and providing encouragement throughout the rehabilitation process.

Working as part of a collaborative clinical team, you will be ensuring that clients receive safe, effective, and compassionate support tailored to their needs."

Purpose of the role:

To provide high quality therapy input to our clients under the direction of registered, qualified Physiotherapists. To work as a key member of the inter-disciplinary team with clients throughout their journey in a manner aligned with STEPS values and behaviours.

Specific responsibilities

This Job description is an outline which reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive list of duties the post holder will be expected to fulfil.

To implement and monitor individual rehabilitation plans for our clients providing suitable feedback to members of the interdisciplinary team, in particular to the treating therapy team
To assist therapists in treating clients or to work independently with clients as needed
To explain therapy intervention in a motivating way under the guidance of the treating therapy team
To involve clients and carers in the development and delivery of goals within the care plan
To prepare clients for treatment, ensuring a safe environment
To maintain accurate and contemporaneous notes according to STEPS standards
To provide support and guidance to other members of the interdisciplinary team, including the Rehabilitation Assistants and student therapists
To support the running of therapy groups and classes under the direction of the therapy team
To contribute to service development initiatives and promote high quality care for clients at all times
To escalate issues as required following STEPS guidance and operating procedures
To support clients into the community and a variety of events, including driving the STEPS vehicles.
To be compliant with the clinical governance requirements operating within STEPS procedures
To participate in clinical audits and research as and when directed by a supervising therapist as appropriate
To assist in carrying out procedures relating to the personal care and nutritional needs of clients and assist in dealing with emergencies as required
To carry out tasks required to maintain safety, cleanliness and tidiness of all therapy areas
To collect regular feedback from clients and take appropriate action
To participate in training and development activities that are relevant to the job role
To undertake duties and responsibilities as defined in the work plan
To drive our wheelchair‑accessible vehicles, including our VW Crafter, to safely transport clients; applicants should be comfortable operating a vehicle of this size

Person specification

Area	Essential	Desirable	Assessment Method
Qualifications	GCSE English grade C or above Fluency in spoken English Good numeracy skills NVQ II in a relevant and related subject or demonstrable equivalent experience / qualification Full British driving licence	GCSE Maths grade C or above A suitable/relatable degree eg: in healthcare or rehabilitation.
Experience	Rehabilitation or other relevant experience Understanding of the role of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy IT experience including Microsoft Office packages Experience of working within governance frameworks e.g. clinical systems / data management / complaints untoward incidents	Experience of audit functions Demonstrable experience and working knowledge of the Data Protection Act
Personal Attributes	Creative and innovative approach, inclusive and engaging approach to client care Excellent problem solving skills Excellent communicator both written and verbal / demonstrate excellent listening skills Able to form key working relationships with colleagues, understand the dynamics of interdisciplinary working Able to tolerate sustained physical effort for the majority of duties (eg. moving and handling clients)
Equal Opportunities	Ability to demonstrate an awareness of equality and diversity obligations when delivering care and also towards colleagues.		Application, interview