The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Band 6 Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

The closing date is 29 May 2025

Job summary

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to the Band 6 position. The post holder will work within the Pelvic Health Team providing clinical assessment, treatment and management of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological patients, working alongside the wider MDT. Referrals are from Consultants, GPs, Midwives, Nurse Specialists We plan to open to self-referral in the future. The successful applicant must be able to work autonomously, managing their time efficiently within out-patient setting. They will also assist with our postnatal ward service, with other members of the Pelvic Health Team. Applicants must have relevant experience working within Pelvic Health settings We have a strong commitment to development through supervision, staff and student training. Along with your own development, an important part of the role will be to provide support, direction and training to other members of the respective Physiotherapy and Midwifery teams, including attendance of Multidisciplinary team meetings in the areas of obstetrics, gynaecology, and urology. Applicants must have Recent experience working in Pelvic Health Knowledge of physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management of Pelvic and Obstetric conditions ideally Gynaecological ones Evidence of continuing professional development in Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy practice including post graduate education / study to support the specialist nature of the role

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work within the Pelvic Health Team to provide clinical assessment, treatment and management of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological patients and work alongside the wider MDT

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

From the 09 April 2025 we cannot sponsor band 3 entry level roles

Details

Date posted

19 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-03-015

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

knowledge

Desirable

  • Evidence of clinical knowledge to Post graduate Diploma level developed through CPD and experience

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical experience of working within musculoskeletal and or pelvic health
  • Evidence of development and supervision of staff and students
  • Up to date documented evidence of CPD relevant to clinical area
  • Experience of working within a multi-professional team

Desirable

  • Experience of management of resources
  • Experience of user/carer participation and engagement in review/development of services

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in Physiotherapy
  • Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Desirable

  • Membership of Professional body Charted Society of Physiotherapy
  • Evidence of post grad qualification relevant to Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy
  • Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST

Registration

Essential

  • Current HCPC Registration
Person Specification

knowledge

Desirable

  • Evidence of clinical knowledge to Post graduate Diploma level developed through CPD and experience

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical experience of working within musculoskeletal and or pelvic health
  • Evidence of development and supervision of staff and students
  • Up to date documented evidence of CPD relevant to clinical area
  • Experience of working within a multi-professional team

Desirable

  • Experience of management of resources
  • Experience of user/carer participation and engagement in review/development of services

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in Physiotherapy
  • Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Desirable

  • Membership of Professional body Charted Society of Physiotherapy
  • Evidence of post grad qualification relevant to Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy
  • Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST

Registration

Essential

  • Current HCPC Registration

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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Marina Okorie-Askwith

marina.okorie-askwith@nhs.net

01709304400

Details

Date posted

19 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-03-015

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


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