# Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/physiotherapy-assistant-practitioner/20777be3-a195-459a-9ce0-796bba1163d1 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/physiotherapy-assistant-practitioner/20777be3-a195-459a-9ce0-796bba1163d1.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Ryegate Children's Centre - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Therapy assistant practitioner - **Salary:** £28392.00 to £31157.00 - **Contract type:** 12 months (Fixed term - 12 months part time contract) - **Employment type:** Part time - 22.5 hours per week (Hours include working Friday's) - **Closing date:** 2026-09-10T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-03T12:50:40.410Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/-v8202762 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8202762?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Fixed Term | 12 Months | Maternity Cover | Shifts will include Fridays An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Community Therapy Team at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust. Based at Ryegate Children's Centre, you will work alongside a dedicated team of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, supporting children and young people aged 5 to 19 years with physical difficulties to achieve their individual goals and maximise their potential. This varied and rewarding role will see you delivering therapy programmes across a range of community settings, including mainstream and specialist schools, clinics, and the hydrotherapy pool. You will play a key role in supporting the assessment, treatment and ongoing care of children and young people, helping them to develop their independence, mobility and participation in everyday activities. Our Community Therapy Team is experienced, supportive, compassionate and forward-thinking. You will benefit from working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team and will have the opportunity to gain a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience in a specialist paediatric environment. About You - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. - A proactive, flexible and organised approach to work. - The ability to build positive relationships with children, young people, families, schools and healthcare professionals. ### Main duties of the job Reporting into the Team Manager, some of your responsibilities will include: - Deliver therapy and rehabilitation programmes for children and young people with complex needs, using play, positioning and physical activity - Support children and young people to improve function, independence and participation in everyday life - Manage a delegated caseload, delivering and reviewing individualised treatment programmes under the guidance of registered Allied Health Professionals - Work collaboratively with families, education settings and multidisciplinary colleagues to provide high-quality, child-centred care - Promote health, wellbeing and positive outcomes through evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification. *****We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process. This role has been assigned occupation code 6131 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job – GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK Diversity Statement At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. ### Applicant requirements This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Experience in health and/or social care settings, such as employment, work experience, volunteering or placement(s) - Experience of delivering therapy programmes. - Experience of using Microsoft Office applications ### Personal Attributes **Essential** - Flexible approach to work to adjust therapy plans based on the changing needs of children. - Proactive in identifying improvements to develop the service. ### Knowledge and Skills **Essential** - Knowledge of physical, mental, and behavioural health conditions - Familiarity of common conditions requiring therapy (e.g., developmental delays, neurological conditions, musculoskeletal issues) - Ability to develop and implement therapy programmes - Ability to speak to children, families explaining procedures and building rapport - Ability to deliver training to colleagues, parents and other specialties - Organisational skills to manage workload, prioritise and adapt to changing circumstances - Analytical skills to assess situations, make judgements and modify therapeutic interventions as needed ### Qualifications and Training **Essential** - Knowledge of therapeutic procedures gained through a combination of formal training, short courses and experiences to diploma level 5 or equivalent. Or Foundation degree in health and social care or a level 5 apprenticeship **Desirable** - Social prescribing training - Care certificate - Level 3 Supporting Participation in Physical Activity for People with Long Term Health Conditions ## Documents - [our edi goals (pdf, 155.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2909) - [physiotherapy assistant practitioner (pdf, 240.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10508952) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.