Theraposture appoints new Trusted Assessor to enhance client and OT support

Richard King is responsible for supporting users with disabilities and healthcare professionals in the west of England and throughout Wales.

Theraposture, the specialist in adjustable beds, chairs and care cots for disabled children and adults, has appointed Richard ‘Richie’ King as its latest Trusted Assessor.

Richard King - Assessor
Richard King – Trusted Assessor

Richie is now responsible for supporting end users with disabilities and healthcare professionals in the west of England and throughout Wales. He brings a wealth of client-facing business experience to Theraposture so clients will benefit from a pro-active and diligent service.

Since beginning his new role Richie has worked in close contact with the other established Trusted Assessors and is now beginning to build on the company’s respected reputation with his own unique style.

Taking on the responsibility of client equipment assessments, Occupational Therapist support and hosting CPD training sessions are roles Richie is highly enthused about as he explains:

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“I am delighted to be on board with Theraposture as all the objectives I need to fulfil perfectly match my personality and skillset. As a caring and compassionate individual, I thrive on achieving positive outcomes for individuals and families; seeing every result is a huge reward and what motivates me daily. Equally, I believe helping professionals strengthen their clinical practice is essential. Hence, I am actively encouraging all OTs to join me for my free lunch ‘n’ learn group workshops so suitable equipment can be demonstrated and discussed, with a view to solving specific client needs in the fastest and most value-effective way.”

In addition to assessing clients in their own homes, Richie can host a range of product demonstrations, workshops, seminars and webinars in conjunction with the Theraposture OT, Shaun Masters. These group sessions from Theraposture continue to be popular with healthcare professionals as they provide a free opportunity to explore how client mobility, safety and cost issues can be resolved through the right assistive bed, chair or care cot.

Outside of work Richie is a keen globally traveller, with a passion, particularly for skiing, and enjoys financial trading on the stock market as a part-time hobby.

To arrange a client product assessment or CPD workshop, Richie can be contacted on:
Tel: 07833 230854 / Email: Richard.king@theraposture.co.uk / LinkedIn

Theraposture appoints highly experienced specialist as new Trusted Assessor for the North

Theraposture, a respected leader in adjustable beds, chairs and care cots, has appointed Craig Ward as its new Trusted Assessor for Northern England, North Wales and Scotland. A passion for assisting children and adults Before joining Theraposture, Craig was a key representative at Leckey for 21 years with multiple responsibilities including client assessment, product life-time […]

Theraposture, a respected leader in adjustable beds, chairs and care cots, has appointed Craig Ward as its new Trusted Assessor for Northern England, North Wales and Scotland.

Pictured second from right: Craig Ward, new Theraposture Trusted Assessor for Northern England, North
Wales and Scotland, with members of the Theraposture team.

A passion for assisting children and adults

Before joining Theraposture, Craig was a key representative at Leckey for 21 years with multiple responsibilities including client assessment, product life-time support and corporate education.

Craig first developed a passion for assisting children and adults with disabilities whilst completing his Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award. He gained memorable experiences volunteering within the long term care sector and at special schools.

Craig’s time at the John Jamieson School in Leeds, one of the largest inclusive learning centres in the UK, inspired him to seek a career in the mobility and healthcare market. Now with vast knowledge particularly in paediatrics and postural support, Craig joins Theraposture to strengthen its specialist services and enhance value to customers.

Liam Braddell, Theraposture Sales Director adds:

“We are delighted such a talented and knowledgeable individual as Craig has joined Theraposture. His approach and beliefs perfectly resonate with our values – 100% focused on maximising positive outcomes through a clear understanding of client needs.”

More about Craig

Outside of his busy working week Craig lives near Selby in North Yorkshire and is married with two children. He is a retired rugby league player who now enjoys time supporting his children as they develop in football and show jumping.

Craig explains:

“I decided to join Theraposture as the business has an outstanding reputation for quality products and services. Before submitting my application, I spent time talking to people in the industry about the company including visits to Disabled Living Centres. Every professional I spoke to offered a glowing account of its ethical service provision, especially its client-centred approach. This reaffirmed my personal opinion and led to my application. Since joining I have already set myself personal objectives to expand my knowledge of conditions, especially Parkinson’s, so I can deliver a higher level of understanding and compassion.”

Craig continues:

“In terms of professional relationships, I have spent most of my career working closely with NHS Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists so understand the challenges they face in terms of time and budget. My Theraposture region is where I have operated over the last 20 years so can fully appreciate both local and national issues.  I believe that by purchasing quality, durable and adaptable / modular equipment, Statutory Services can make the best use of limited funding. Theraposture talk about being the considered choice as their products not only last a long time, but many are modular meaning that they can be adapted to track changing needs. Making the “considered choice” will be one of my key messages in the North and Scotland.”

Theraposture Care Cot and Bed price-beating promise proves highly popular at ‘Kidz to Adultz in the Middle’

At the recent ‘Kidz to Adultz in the Middle’ exhibition, Theraposture received high levels of enquiries from therapists regarding its offer to better any comparable child’s adjustable care cot or bed quote. (Stand C4, Thursday 10th March, Ricoh Arena, Coventry). Offer extended until the end of June 2016. This year at ‘Kidz to Adultz in the […]

At the recent ‘Kidz to Adultz in the Middle’ exhibition, Theraposture received high levels of enquiries from therapists regarding its offer to better any comparable child’s adjustable care cot or bed quote.

(Stand C4, Thursday 10th March, Ricoh Arena, Coventry).

Offer extended until the end of June 2016.

This year at ‘Kidz to Adultz in the Middle’ the Theraposture Trusted Assessors offered visitors to its stand the unique opportunity to purchase care cots at a lower price than any other comparable product. This resulted in a healthy number of assessments being booked as Liam Braddell, Theraposture Sales Director explains:

“This unbelievable price-beating offer at the Kidz exhibition in Coventry was not to be missed. It proved so popular that we have decided to extend it until the end of June. Despite these lower cot and bed prices, each quality Theraposture paediatric cot and bed will still come with the high levels of service and support associated with our company. I would encourage all OTs who have not taken us up on our promise, to contact Theraposture immediately for a price-beating quote.”

Visitors to stand C4 were able to test and compare the electrically adjustable Mascot Mk2 cot, padded wide Hannah cot and Theracare Low bed from the Theraposture range. The Trusted Assessors were busy demonstrating products all day along with explaining the Theraposture 14-day Suitability Guarantee and their products total compliance with BSEN 60601-2-52 regarding safe working heights for carers.