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Life as a Healthcare Support Worker

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Information and advice about Physio Support Workers

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Here you will find roles within Healthcare Support Here you will find real life stories and examples of what it is like to work in Healthcare. Here you will find real life stories and examples of what it is like to work in Healthcare.

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Meet Michelle, an adult nurse in the NHS

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I love getting to know the patients and families and using logic to figure out the best ways to help them.  I enjoy being part of a multidisciplinary as I learn a lot from other professionals.  I also  like having made a positive impact on them.
(Testimonial, Zehra Kaur)

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You'll help people improve their mobility and regain their independence after an injury or operation, or as a result of ageing or a disability.

Working life

As a physiotherapist, you'll focus on identifying and maximising movement to improve the health and wellbeing of your patients.

Your role is vital in treating a variety of conditions such as:

neurological (stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's).

neuromusculoskeletal (back pain, whiplash associated disorder, sports injuries, arthritis).

cardiovascular (chronic heart disease, rehabilitation after heart attack).

respiratory (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis).

You'll work with people on a daily basis, recommending exercise, carrying out massage, and using high-tech ultrasound equipment or even hydrotherapy pools, depending on your patients' needs.

Once a patient's movement problem has been diagnosed, you'll work with them to determine a treatment plan. You'll also promote good health and advise people on how to avoid injury.

You may work alone, or as part of a team, and you'll have plenty of choice when it comes to places to work. In the NHS, you're needed in nearly every hospital department such as outpatients, women's health, paediatrics and occupational health. Physiotherapy is also provided in the local community, so you could be based in health centres or treat patients in their own homes, day centres, nursing homes or schools.

Entry requirements

A university degree is the most popular way to become a physiotherapist. A full-time degree can take three years and a part-time course will take six years. A two-year accelerated Masters course is also an option if you already have a relevant degree. Once you've successfully completed your degree you'll need to register with the Health and Care Professions Council ( HCPC) before you can start practising. The other option is to apply for a degree apprenticeship.

Entry requirements for an undergraduate course are typically:

two or three A levels, including a biological science and/or PE.

five GCSEs (grades A-C), including English language, maths and at least one science.

Or the equivalent qualifications:

a BTEC, HND or HNC, including biological science.

a relevant NVQ.

a science-based access course.

equivalent Scottish or Irish qualifications.

a previous degree or a full practicing qualification in a related area.

Each university sets its own entry requirements, so it's important to check with them directly. In most cases, the results of an interview and other selection processes are taken into account as well as academic qualifications. It's also a good idea to spend some time with a registered physiotherapist to get some firsthand experience of what the role's really like.

When applying for a physiotherapy degree, you'll be asked to show how you think the NHS values apply in your everyday work.

Annual payments

If you're eligible, you'll receive at least £5,000 a year to help fund your studies while at university. Your personal circumstances may mean you could receive more. And the good news? You'll never have to pay it back. Find out more.

A degree apprenticeship with a healthcare provider is another way to become a physiotherapist. Apprenticeships give you the chance to earn a living while gaining your qualification. Your employer and the government will pay the tuition fees, so apprenticeships aren't eligible for student grants.

Must-have skills

Whichever route you take, you'll also need to be a good communicator who can be hands-on and explain conditions and treatments easily to clients. Having a caring and calm nature is equally important. Physiotherapy can be physically and mentally strenuous so you should also be physically fit with strong organisational and planning skills too.

Training and career development

Once you've qualified, you'll have annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) check-ins, where we'll discuss your career aspirations and plan how we can help you to achieve them, so you're always moving forward. You'll also be encouraged to join the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy where you'll be able to continually update your skills and training.

As a physiotherapist, you could specialise in a particular area such as sports injuries, critical care, or work with the elderly, children or cancer patients. Teaching, research and management roles are other options.

Outside the NHS, you could work with sports coaches or personal trainers, be based in a clinic or open your own practice.

Pay and benefits

Your standard working week will be around 37.5 hours and may include a mix of shifts, such as nights, early starts, evenings and weekends. As a physiotherapist, you'll be paid on the Agenda for Change (AFC) pay system, typically starting on band 5.

You'll also have access to our generous pension scheme and health service discounts, as well as 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.

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Entry requirements A university degree is the most popular way to become a physiotherapist. A full-time degree can take three years and a part-time course will take six years. A two-year accelerated Masters course is also an option if you already have a relevant degree.

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It's a wonderful job where progression is encouraged to have a worthwhile career.  It is rewarding and I love working with patients and the variety of tasks I do daily is interesting.
(Testimonial, Carolyn Walsh)

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I like working with the diverse sector of patients and staff who all have different ages, ethnicities and beliefs and come from every walk of life. It is a privilege to help people and a way to show my caring side of my personality. it is a truly wonderful job
(Testimonial, Marion Reid)

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I love the variety of people I meet such as patients, families and other professionals.  I enjoy feeling like I make a difference.
(Testimonial, Dominic Schell)

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Good communicator who can be hands-on and explain conditions and treatments easily to clients.

Having a caring and calm nature
Physically fit and able to demonstrate exercises
A good listener

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Excellent communication skils
Supportive and caring
Good observation skills
Ability to work under pressure

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Caring and compassionate
Good  communicator
Good organiser
Reliable

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Professionalism
Attention to detail
Compassion
Critical thinking
Good Time Management

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Assist patients in performing exercises
Motivate patients to perform exercises
Help patients from sitting to standing
Perform massages
Record muscle and strength performance

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Focus On Healthcare

The healthcare sector covers a huge range of roles in public, private and voluntary organisations, including hospitals, hospices, nursing and care homes, medical and dental practices, ambulance transportation and complementary medicine. Students can be employed in a variety of clinical and non-clinical areas depending on their qualifications, skills and experience and entry to the healthcare sector is available at all levels. Our new Focus on Healthcare section is brought to you with the support of the NHS Leadership Academy. The Academy runs the NHS Graduate Management Training Schemes offering graduates the opportunity to develop careers in a number of non-clinical areas. Watch some of the videos below for real life examples of the graduate schemes.

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Cookies at icould.com We use cookies to improve your experience of our site and to track site use. Please let us know if you agree to these cookies. The healthcare sector covers a huge range of roles in public, private and voluntary organisations, including hospitals, hospices, nursing and care homes, medical and dental practices, ambulance transportation and complementary medicine.

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Assess patients and their clinical requirements to work out which radiographic technique to use.
perform a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high quality images
To ensure radiation safety in your work area
Examine results and report findings

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Serving meals and assisting with eating
Helping people to move around
Toileting
Making beds
Talking to patients
Monitoring patients conditions, temperature, blood pressure and weight.

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Preparing patients for operations
Write patients care plans
Treat wounds
Monitor pulse/blood pressure and temperature
Administer medications
Observe and record condition of patients

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There are no set entry requirements for physio assistants.  Employers expect good numeracy and literacy and some experience or qualifications in Health and Social Care.

Evidence of voluntary work would be useful.

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To become a diagnostic radiographer, you must first successfully complete an approved degree or masters in diagnostic radiography. Degree courses take three or four years full time, or up to six years part time. Once you’ve completed your degree, you need to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) before you can start practicing. The other option is to apply for an apprenticeship degree.

Entry requirements for an undergraduate course are typically:

Five GCSEs (grades A-C), including English language, maths and science

Two of three A levels, including physics, chemistry or biology/human biology.

Or equivalent qualifications:
A BTEC, HND or HNC which includes science.

A relevant NVQ.

A science-based access course.

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There are no set entry requirements to become a healthcare support worker, but good literacy and numeracy skills are expected, and in some cases GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and maths are required too. You may also need a healthcare qualification such as a BTEC or NVQ for some of our roles.

For some roles, some experience of healthcare or care work may be beneficial – this could be from paid or voluntary work, or through experience you bring in from previous roles.

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You will need GCSEs grade 9 to 4 (A to C) in Maths and English, or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English. You'll also need to show that you can study for a foundation degree level and complete the Nursing Associate Apprenticeship programme.

Applicants accepted onto university courses will need to fund their own training.
You can apply for for NHS bursary if you have been living in the UK for 3 years (£5000)

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From £19,737-£24,142

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Newly qualified £24,907-30,615
Experienced £31,365 - 37,890

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Expect to earn from £18,165-£19,337

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Newly qualified Adult Nurse
£24,907- £30,615

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All set? Take a look at the information below on where else you can find NHS jobs. You'll also find some of our current vacancies but these are just a taster so make sure to explore all the vacancies. You'll also find some top tips on getting that all-important application and interview spot-on!