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Smirthwaite Trusted paediatric designer & manufacturer with 40 years' experience

From workshop to world 🌍Behind every Smirthwaite product is a team of dedicated paediatric specialists, combining techni...
04/03/2026

From workshop to world 🌍

Behind every Smirthwaite product is a team of dedicated paediatric specialists, combining technical expertise with human understanding. Each piece is built, assembled, and checked in-house at our UK facility – ensuring reliability, longevity, and consistency you can trust.

Proudly Made in Britain, always designed with purpose. 👩‍🔧📏

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04/03/2026

Smirthwaite has appointed Richard Harvey as Head of Clinical and Business Development, strengthening its commitment to innovation.

✨ Why postural alignment matters more than you think Good seating isn’t just about comfort. Proper pelvic positioning an...
03/03/2026

✨ Why postural alignment matters more than you think

Good seating isn’t just about comfort.

Proper pelvic positioning and trunk alignment can:

• Improve upper limb function
• Support respiratory efficiency
• Reduce abnormal tone patterns
• Enhance attention and engagement
• Minimise fatigue over prolonged sitting

When the pelvis is stable, the body has a foundation to work from.

That’s why adjustable, configurable seating is key - because every individual’s postural needs are unique.

If you’re reviewing a child’s seating provision, ask:
➡ Is the pelvis in neutral?
➡ Are feet fully supported?
➡ Is trunk alignment symmetrical?
➡ Can adjustments be made as needs change?

We’re always happy to support clinicians with product guidance and technical information.

đź©· Rare Disease Day đź©·Rare conditions are not rare for the children and families living with them every day.At Smirthwaite...
28/02/2026

đź©· Rare Disease Day đź©·

Rare conditions are not rare for the children and families living with them every day.

At Smirthwaite, we work closely with clinicians, therapists, and families to design specialist equipment that supports children with complex and rare conditions — helping them to be comfortable, included, and able to participate as fully as possible in daily life.

This Rare Disease Day, we stand with the rare disease community to raise awareness, champion understanding, and support children whose needs are often unseen.

Together, we can help make the invisible visible.

Bridging the gap in paediatric postural care ✨Our TPA, Chris Statham, recently had the pleasure of visiting the Seating ...
25/02/2026

Bridging the gap in paediatric postural care ✨

Our TPA, Chris Statham, recently had the pleasure of visiting the Seating Team at the East London NHS Foundation Trust at West Ham Lane Health Centre for a specialised "Lunch & Learn" session.

Clinical reasoning is at the heart of everything we do. During the session, we dived deep into the "why" behind equipment selection, focusing on:

✔️ Developmental Transitions: Discussing the clinical indicators for when a child should move up to more complex seating or transition down to chairs like the Brookfield and Juni.
✔️ The Hardrock Rationale: Tackling the important distinction between postural support and restraint to ensure the Hardrock chair is used correctly within local schools.
✔️ Innovation in Practice: Introducing the team to the Indigo and Samba chairs to expand their clinical options.

The collaboration doesn't stop here. We're excited to be moving forward with Enabled Living Healthcare to streamline inventory listings, and working alongside the Trust’s Clinical Lead to support the refreshing and recycling of stock across the Borough.

A huge thank you to Phoebe Bazalgette and the rest of the Specialist Children & Young People’s Service for such an engaging and proactive session.

Helping clinicians find the right fit - at the right time for every child. 🌟

✨ What makes the right piece of paediatric equipment truly life-changing?At Smirthwaite, we know it’s not just about des...
24/02/2026

✨ What makes the right piece of paediatric equipment truly life-changing?

At Smirthwaite, we know it’s not just about design - it’s about independence, confidence and enabling everyday moments that matter.

From the first assessment to long-term use, our focus is simple:
âś” Supporting therapists
âś” Empowering families
âś” Enabling children and adults to thrive

Behind every product is a conversation, a collaboration and a commitment to making daily life that little bit easier.

If you’ve recently worked with our team or use Smirthwaite equipment, we’d love to hear - what difference has it made for you?

We’re delighted to welcome Richard Harvey as our new Head of Clinical and Business Development at Smirthwaite. 🎉A qualif...
17/02/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Richard Harvey as our new Head of Clinical and Business Development at Smirthwaite. 🎉

A qualified OT with a postgraduate qualification in Postural Management for People with Complex Disabilities, Richard brings extensive experience across the NHS, wheelchair services, postural management and adaptive equipment.

Throughout his career, Richard has combined clinical expertise with commercial insight - developing bespoke training, authoring clinical content, producing webinars and creating innovative services that drive engagement while keeping clinical integrity at the forefront. đź“šđź’ˇ

In his new role, Richard will lead our clinical strategy and business development, working closely with families, therapists and professionals to ensure our products continue to meet real-world needs and deliver meaningful outcomes.

We’re excited about the expertise, energy and passion he brings to Smirthwaite - and what this means for the children and families we support.
Welcome to the Smirthwaite family Richard. 🤝🩷

Read more here: https://www.smirthwaite.co.uk/smirthwaite-appoints-richard-harvey-as-head-of-clinical-and-business-development/

✨ A warm Smirthwaite welcome to Brian Malloy ✨We’re delighted to announce Brian’s appointment as Internal Sales Represen...
10/02/2026

✨ A warm Smirthwaite welcome to Brian Malloy ✨

We’re delighted to announce Brian’s appointment as Internal Sales Representative at Smirthwaite USA LLC.

In this new role, Brian will be instrumental in supporting customers across North America, strengthening relationships with clinicians, therapists, and distribution partners - ensuring a seamless, responsive sales experience from enquiry through to delivery.

Brian brings a strong background in client success, inside sales, and customer support from technology-driven and service-focused organisations. He’s known for his relationship-first approach and passion for delivering exceptional service - qualities that align perfectly with our mission of enhancing safety, mobility, and quality of life for children and young adults with additional needs.

We’re thrilled to have Brian on board and look forward to the positive impact he will make across our team and the wider community. 🙌

David Weaver, our Export Manager at Smirthwaite is attending World Health Expo in Dubai. WHX Dubai is a fantastic opport...
10/02/2026

David Weaver, our Export Manager at Smirthwaite is attending World Health Expo in Dubai.

WHX Dubai is a fantastic opportunity to connect with international partners, clinicians, and distributors, and to explore how clinically led innovation continues to shape the future of healthcare worldwide.

If you’re attending and would like to discuss Smirthwaite’s paediatric products, global partnerships, or opportunities to support children and young people with complex needs, David would be delighted to connect.

đź“Ť WHE | Dubai
🤝 David.Weaver@smirthwaite.co.uk 07929 721911

🩷 Children’s Mental Health Week | 9–15 February 2026 🩷Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and understood.At Sm...
09/02/2026

🩷 Children’s Mental Health Week | 9–15 February 2026 🩷

Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and understood.

At Smirthwaite, we know that a child’s emotional wellbeing is closely linked to their comfort, dignity, and ability to participate in everyday life. By designing specialist equipment that supports posture, communication, and inclusion, we aim to create environments where children can feel more confident, calm, and empowered.

This Children’s Mental Health Week, we stand with families, carers, educators, and clinicians across the UK in supporting children’s mental health — not just this week, but every day.

💬 Let’s keep the conversation going.
🤝 Let’s keep listening.
🌱 Let’s keep supporting children to thrive.

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🌟 Celebrating Our Long-Service Legends! 🌟At Smirthwaite, we know that "together we transform lives," and that journey is...
04/02/2026

🌟 Celebrating Our Long-Service Legends! 🌟

At Smirthwaite, we know that "together we transform lives," and that journey is built on the dedication of our amazing team.

Today, we’re shouting out five incredible colleagues who have reached major long-service milestones:

🏆 25 YEARS: Jamie Howarth & Stephen Mole
🏆 20 YEARS: Stuart Harvey
🏆 10 YEARS: Tracy Williams & Trevor Morton

Thank you all for your unwavering commitment and for the expertise you bring to helping children with additional educational needs every single day. We’re proud to have you in the Smirthwaite family! 💖

Quality you can see. Care you can trust. 👀🛠️Behind the scenes in our UK factory, every component is carefully checked, h...
03/02/2026

Quality you can see. Care you can trust. 👀🛠️

Behind the scenes in our UK factory, every component is carefully checked, handled, and prepared before it becomes part of a Smirthwaite product. From materials to finishing, we take time at every stage - because consistency, safety, and reliability aren’t optional.

Together, we transform lives. Proudly Made in Britain.

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