Physiotherapy Assistant

£12.82 per hour | Part-time | Cossham Gardens

“It’s like watching mini-miracles happen here every day.”
 That’s how one of our team describes the difference they make. If you’re kind, compassionate, and ready to help others live life their way, we’d love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

Our Cossham Gardens service is home to up to 20 adults with complex physical disabilities. Our service feels like family – relaxed, supportive, and centred around the people who live here. Every day brings new moments to celebrate: from small wins in independence to big laughs over mealtimes

Your working hours

16 hours per week. To be able to work a 6 hour shift on a Monday, 5 hours on a Tuesday and Friday to assist with hydrotherapy.

Why you’ll love working here

As well as supporting your wellbeing and career development, we offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 day every year up to 33 days)
• Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and perks
 • Contributory Pension Scheme with competitive life cover
 • Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare when you need it
 • Career development: Apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
 • Free DBS check
 • Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support

Enhanced pay: £1.00 per hour will only apply to night working (8pm Monday to 7am Friday) and weekend working (8pm Friday to 7am Monday). This does not apply to Sleep-Ins. 

What you’ll do

As a Physiotherapy Assistant, you’ll play a key role in helping customers maximise their mobility, independence, and wellbeing. Under the direction of the Physiotherapist, you will:
 • Assist with physiotherapy sessions and safe moving, handling, and transfer techniques
 • Support customers in using equipment such as standing frames, tilt tables, and mobility aids
 • Carry out passive exercises as instructed by the Physiotherapist
 • Promote physical activity using tailored exercise plans
 • Support with daily living tasks such as personal care, mealtimes, and medication
 • Assist with hydrotherapy sessions where used, including poolside setup, cleanliness checks, and safe customer entry/exit
 • Maintain accurate person-centred records and contribute to assessments and reviews
 • Encourage independence and communicate effectively with customers, families, and professionals
 • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements

What helps you shine here

• Warm, friendly, and empathetic approach
 • Willingness to work flexibly
 • Good communication and teamwork skills
 • Ability to work under pressure and follow professional guidance
 • Basic IT and record-keeping skills
 • A genuine desire to help others and make a difference

 • Previous care experience (essential
 • Driving licence (preferred)

Whether you’re experienced or brand new to care, our comprehensive induction and ongoing training will help you thrive.

About Leonard Cheshire

For over 75 years, we’ve been supporting disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. We provide specialist support across residential care, supported living, and respite services for people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments, and learning disabilities.

Our goal is simple: to create welcoming, safe, and empowering spaces that feel like home – giving people real choice and control over their lives.

Ready to apply?

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post, and references will be obtained for all roles.

Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision.

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