Job summary
We are looking to recruit enthusiastic senior
physiotherapists to join our outpatient team in our new Therapies hub.
Successful candidates will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of a
mixed musculoskeletal caseload as well as leading rehabilitation classes.
We
offer:
- A
high level of clinical support from trained senior staff, First Contact
Practitioners and a team of Advanced Practitioners
- Encouragement to continue professional and personal development with an active
in-service programme
- An
innovative and forward thinking department
- A
friendly and sociable team
- The opportunity for flexible working
Working pattern TBA but including a shift until
7pm would be preferred.
**Interviews will be held on the 19 March 2026**
Main duties of the job
We are
looking for:
- A
physiotherapist who has experience in musculoskeletal outpatients and is keen
to develop their clinical skills
- A
motivated individual who is a team player and flexible
- Someone interested in developing managerial and supervisory skills
Continued
professional and personal development is strongly encouraged and the post
holder will be part of an active in-service training programme.
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide? (2023 staff survey results)
First Community is a staff owned
social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across
east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We
are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people,
First-rate value.
First Community is a great place
to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its
full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality
training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work
life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension,
flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.
Please talk to us before applying
or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your
needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs
where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the
role.
At First Community we welcome
applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+
candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are
treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process,
including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability is integral to
First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is
responsible for:
- Assessing and treating
own caseload of patients who may have complex presentations whilst maintaining
own records as an autonomous practitioner.
- Treating musculoskeletal
outpatients who may present with a variety of acute and chronic pain patterns,
significant physical impairments due to pain or injury, psychological issues,
post-operative rehabilitation requirements.
- Providing a high standard
of clinical work which will also include teaching and the supervision of junior
staff, assistants and students.
- Deputising for the Team
Leader/Physiotherapy Services Manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is
responsible for:
- Assessing and treating
own caseload of patients who may have complex presentations whilst maintaining
own records as an autonomous practitioner.
- Treating musculoskeletal
outpatients who may present with a variety of acute and chronic pain patterns,
significant physical impairments due to pain or injury, psychological issues,
post-operative rehabilitation requirements.
- Providing a high standard
of clinical work which will also include teaching and the supervision of junior
staff, assistants and students.
- Deputising for the Team
Leader/Physiotherapy Services Manager.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 12 months post-qualification as a Band 5 physiotherapist, covering a broad range of experience including musculoskeletal outpatients
- Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and/or MDT
Desirable
- 6 months experience in musculoskeletal outpatients
- Evidence of student or physiotherapy assistant supervision
Skills
Essential
- Competency and ability to assess and treat core patient caseload in specialist field
- Articulate with good communication skills
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
Desirable
- Basic presentation skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma equivalent
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of CPD
- Post-graduate training relevant to clinical speciality
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- Member of CSP special interest group
Other
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Sensitive, empathetic manner
- Reliable
- Able to work unsocial hours
Desirable
- Able to travel between sites in the course of the working day
- Motivated and enthusiastic
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and MSK pathology
- Basic knowledge of assessment and treatment tools for speciality
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 12 months post-qualification as a Band 5 physiotherapist, covering a broad range of experience including musculoskeletal outpatients
- Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and/or MDT
Desirable
- 6 months experience in musculoskeletal outpatients
- Evidence of student or physiotherapy assistant supervision
Skills
Essential
- Competency and ability to assess and treat core patient caseload in specialist field
- Articulate with good communication skills
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
Desirable
- Basic presentation skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma equivalent
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of CPD
- Post-graduate training relevant to clinical speciality
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- Member of CSP special interest group
Other
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Sensitive, empathetic manner
- Reliable
- Able to work unsocial hours
Desirable
- Able to travel between sites in the course of the working day
- Motivated and enthusiastic
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and MSK pathology
- Basic knowledge of assessment and treatment tools for speciality
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
