Therapy Support Assistant (Part-Time) - LEEDS - LS17

This role is to support a young adult pursuing a career in biomechanical rehabilitation as well as to implement his own rehabilitation plan.
You’ll be required to assist him in conducting assessments and the application of recovery plans for: injury rehab, respiratory care, post-operative recovery, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions; which may take
place in various environments such as hospitals, care homes, client homes or most often at the employer’s dedicated rehab room.
Further to this, you will also contribute to and assist the employer in various research and ongoing education initiatives; presenting the applicant with valuable opportunities to engage in structured learning, participate in
specialist training programmes, and deepen their understanding of advanced rehabilitation techniques through both theoretical and practical study. This aspect of the role is well-suited to individuals with a strong interest in
healthcare education, as it offers direct involvement in the creation of study materials, participation in workshops, and the chance to work alongside leading practitioners in the field. You will also be expected to conduct progress tracking and assist with assessments, ensuring therapy plans remain responsive and effective. Accurate documentation is essential, including the maintenance of detailed
notes and records to support both therapy decision-making and long-term monitoring. In addition, you will help prepare reports, presentations, and educational materials that contribute to training, communication, and
reflective practice. Your involvement will extend to supporting ongoing research and development tasks, allowing you to actively participate in the evolution of therapeutic approaches and contribute meaningfully to
broader learning objectives. 

Required Qualifications
• 2:1 BSc degree in a biomechanic-focused scientific or clinical discipline. Degrees must include substantial, formally assessed
modules in human anatomy and physiology — this is a condition of employment. Degrees with only minimal or introductory
content, or those that focus primarily on mechanical systems, or device-based applications such as robotics or prosthetics,
shall not be considered sufficient, regardless of the title
• No prior experience required – full training will be provided.
Job Requirements
• Willing to work overtime hours as needed for clinical or admin support
• To be reasonably flexible
• Hold a valid UK driving licence
• Willing to work both remotely and in field-based settings — in addition to the standard place of work
• Flexibility for occasional travel nationally and internationall

Skill set
• IT skills (documents, spreadsheets, cloud systems)
• Excellent organisation, documentation, and communication skills
Training & Development
• Job related training provided, including paid travel
• Continued academic and self-directed learning encouraged
• May include international travel to attend training courses, participation in research and seminars/workshops