Therapy Assistant

Role: Therapy Assistant - Paediatrics
Town / Site: London / The Portland Hospital  
Full time: 37.5 hours
Permanent
Salary: This role offers a competitive salary dependent on experience & excellent benefits

We’re looking for a Paediatric Therapy Assistant to join our passionate and dedicated team at The Portland Hospital. Currently rated “Good” by the CQC.

The Portland Hospital is the UK’s only private hospital dedicated to the healthcare needs of women and children.

Internationally renowned for clinical excellence, The Portland Hospital is the only independent hospital in the UK entirely dedicated to women and children. Our inpatient and outpatient specialties reflect this, providing clinical expertise in Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Women`s Health.

Our Paediatric wards hold 56 inpatient beds + 11 day case and are equipped with the latest technology to provide advanced medical and surgical care, including a Paediatric Neurorehabilitation Unit and a Paediatric Intensive Care Unit which reflects the acuity and complex nature of the children who are admitted to our hospital. The Portland Hospital has a large number of international Paediatric patients, often funded by relevant embassies.

Working alongside our experienced and dynamic Multi Disciplinary Team within an inpatient setting you will provide support both clinically and non clinically to ensure the smooth running of the service. This is a patient facing role which will require excellent communications skills. Administration is a key part of the role requiring good organisational skills and using your initiative to ensure the department runs effectively.

We pride ourselves on offering an engaging and collaborative environment where you’ll have the chance to cross-cover sections and departments, broadening your expertise and skills. At the Portland Hospital, you’ll find continuous learning opportunities, including formal and informal CPD programs, to support your professional development and help you excel in your career.

If you’re ready to grow, make a difference, and thrive in a hospital that values learning, innovation, and exceptional patient care, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll bring:

• NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent

• Experience of working with children

• Experience within a Healthcare, Rehabilitation, or Education setting

• Ability to swim as the role requires working with Hydrotherapy

• Excellent administration skills

• Ability to work independently

• Experience within an inpatient setting (desirable)

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. 

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Therapy Assistant, you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you 

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Critical illness cover

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

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