Sheffield Mobility

Sheffield Mobility, mobility equipment in Hillsborough

Sheffield Mobility is an independent family business based in the Hillsborough area of Sheffield, operating under the company name Sheffield Mobility Solutions Ltd. The company presents itself as specialising in mobility scooters, stairlifts, wheelchairs, powerchairs, rise and reclining chairs and adjustable beds, and claims to have the largest mobility scooter showroom in Sheffield. Its activities cover both sales and technical service and equipment rental.

Sales of scooters, chairs and assistive technology

The shop's catalogue includes mobility scooters in portable, lightweight and folding versions, 4 mph pavement use models, 6 and 8 mph class 3 scooters, off-road and all-weather models, as well as second-hand units. It also offers manual and electric wheelchairs, powerchairs and second-hand wheelchairs. Completing the range are rise and reclining chairs and fireside chairs, electric adjustable beds and stairlifts, with a buying guide and spare parts available.

In the daily living aids section there are walking sticks and crutches, tri walkers, four-wheeled rollators, tea trolleys and walking frames. The shop is organised by room and use: kitchen, bathroom, grab rails, living room, bedroom and dressing, driving, accessibility and security. The company also sells vehicle hoists.

Mobility scooter and wheelchair rental

Sheffield Mobility offers mobility scooter and wheelchair rental, an alternative for those who need the equipment temporarily. The company states that its catalogue is adapted to Sheffield's hilly terrain, a particularity that justifies the variety of models available.

Repair and maintenance with mobile workshops

Technical service is a central part of the business. The company notes that many companies in the sector avoid repairing equipment they have not sold, whereas it handles the repair and maintenance of equipment purchased from any establishment whenever possible. Work is carried out at the customer's home using fully equipped mobile workshops, by trained engineers. Most repairs are completed the same day at the user's address. Sheffield Mobility began as a repair centre before expanding into sales, and maintains that origin as part of its identity.

Demonstrations and home assessments

In addition to the shop, the company carries out home demonstrations and assessments with no obligation to purchase for most equipment. This service responds to the fact that not all users can travel to a shop and that it is advisable to try the product in the environment where it will be used. The company stresses that each person has different needs and that its goal is to match the right equipment to each case.

Financing, warranties and legal aspects

The shop offers financing through Snap Finance and has insurance and extended warranty. Sheffield Mobility Solutions Ltd acts as an appointed representative of Mark Bates Limited, which operates as Premier Care and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with registration number 308390. It is also an introductory appointed representative of Snap Finance Limited, also authorised and regulated by the FCA with firm number 741813, which acts as lender. The company applies the VAT relief scheme for mobility products and publishes its business terms and conditions.

Team and background

The business was founded in 2018 by Jamie, who has worked in the mobility sector since 2008 and has more than fifteen years of experience, including his time as a senior engineer at a large chain in the sector. The team is completed by Natalie, who handles internal organisation; Stephen, service engineer who carries out repairs in the city; Kirsty, who manages telephone and web enquiries and has more than five years of experience with mobility equipment; and Jasmine. The company defines itself as a local, independent family business, not tied to one or two suppliers, which allows it to offer a broader and more varied catalogue. The shop also supports the initiative of John Burkhill, known as the man with the pram.

Employment

Sheffield Mobility keeps open the incorporation of people with experience in the mobility sector to an expanding team, with positions ranging from service engineers to sales staff, and offers pay with a bonus scheme. Applications are sent by email to the company's contact address.

Location and contact

96 Bradfield Road, Hillsborough, Sheffield, S6 2BZ