Are you passionate about supporting people on their journey to recovery? Do you enjoy working as part of a dynamic healthcare team and making a positive impact every day?
We are looking for a motivated and caring Physiotherapy Assistant to join our Physiotherapy Department. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in helping orthopaedic patients regain their mobility, confidence, and independence following surgery or injury.
Working under the supervision of experienced Physiotherapists, you will support the delivery of high-quality physiotherapy services across inpatient and outpatient settings, contributing directly to excellent patient outcomes and experiences.
About us
At Benenden Hospital we put patients are at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and ACSA accreditation for anaesthetics.
Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.
About the role
As a Physiotherapy Assistant, you will support Physiotherapists in delivering rehabilitation programmes for orthopaedic patients, helping them achieve safe and effective recovery. You will assist in the rehabilitation and mobilisation of post-operative inpatients and outpatients, providing practical support, education, and advice to promote independence and recovery.
Working under the guidance of a Physiotherapist, you will monitor patient progress, report any concerns, and maintain accurate patient records. You will also issue mobility aids and equipment, provide telephone support within agreed protocols, and assist with the administrative duties that support the smooth running of the service.
You will contribute to audits, training, quality improvement activities, and service development initiatives, supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.
Skills and experience required
You will have an interest in physiotherapy and rehabilitation, together with a commitment to delivering excellent patient care. Compassionate, motivated, and approachable, you will be able to build positive relationships with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
You will have strong communication and organisational skills, be able to manage delegated tasks effectively, and work well both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Above all, you will demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach and a commitment to supporting patients throughout their recovery journey.
Benefits include
- Competitive salaries
- 27 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
- Benenden Health membership
- Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%
- Excellent Life Assurance benefit
- Free parking
- Subsidised eye tests
- Free Flu vaccinations
- Free tea and coffee
- Subsidised on site Restaurant
“I love working at Benenden Hospital, it’s a beautiful location in the countryside”, “the whole organisation is supportive”, “it’s the team, the team are amazing”, “Benenden is a bit like a family”, “the whole atmosphere is brilliant”
These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please complete and submit our application form with your CV attached.
Please note this vacancy may close prior to the closing date without notice, if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Closing Date - 9 September 2026
A member of the HR team will be in contact after the vacancy closes.
If you have further questions please email kentcareers@benenden.org.uk
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