Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Intermediate Care and Community Therapy Physiotherapist

The closing date is 28 May 2025

Job summary

Are you looking for your next physiotherapy challenge with sea views and supportive colleagues?

Come and join our Intermediate Care and Community Therapy team, where you'll find more than just a job -- you'll discover a lifestyle, a community, and a team that values you.

We're looking for a dynamic and HCPC-registered Physiotherapist to join our friendly, supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a forward-thinking environment where you can make a real difference to patients' lives.

We're based in the picturesque coastal towns of Teignmouth and Dawlish, where rolling hills meet the sea. Whether you're a fan of water sports, coastal walks, or cosy cafes with sea views, you'll find it here. And with great transport links and vibrant local communities, you'll quickly feel at home.

"We love the sense of community -- not just in our team, but in the people we care for. It's a great place to live and work." - Current Team Member

Main duties of the job

This is a fantastic opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy across a range of community settings. You'll work autonomously and as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, which includes nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, dietitians, and more.

Your day-to-day will include:

Providing expert care in patients' homes and intermediate care placements

Managing your own caseload across varied and often complex conditions

Working closely with GPs and wider healthcare professionals to prevent hospital admissions and support early discharges

Participate in our flexible weekend and late duty rotas

About us

Why work with us -

Please do spend some time learning more about us via the following link above.

Our Physiotherapy team is committed to supporting your professional and personal growth. We offer career development conversations, clinical supervision, and access to CPD opportunities to help you thrive

We are a sociable & supportive Team: We're a genuinely friendly group who love what we do. You'll find open communication, clinical support, and people who lift each other up.

Great Work-Life Balance: With nature on your doorstep, you'll enjoy the chance to unwind after work with beach walks, paddleboarding, or just soaking in the views.

Career Growth: You'll access strong professional development support, in-service training, and opportunities to supervise and mentor junior staff and students.

Integrated Working: Experience true multi-disciplinary collaboration that helps deliver holistic care to our community.

Details

Date posted

14 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

388-6827378-AHP-B

Job locations

Coastal Health and Wellbeing Team

Teignmouth Hospital

Teignmouth

TQ14 9BQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job description and Personal Specifications for full details.

We are looking for:

HCPC-registered physiotherapist with relevant NHS or equivalent experience

Broad clinical experience including MSK, neuro, respiratory and elderly care

Able to work independently and manage risk, including lone working in the community

Someone who thrives in a fast-paced but friendly environment

A driver with access to a vehicle for community visits

If youre excited about this role and the lifestyle it offers, wed love to hear from you. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact us wed be delighted to show you around!

Apply today and take the next step in your career journey with us at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust!

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job description and Personal Specifications for full details.

We are looking for:

HCPC-registered physiotherapist with relevant NHS or equivalent experience

Broad clinical experience including MSK, neuro, respiratory and elderly care

Able to work independently and manage risk, including lone working in the community

Someone who thrives in a fast-paced but friendly environment

A driver with access to a vehicle for community visits

If youre excited about this role and the lifestyle it offers, wed love to hear from you. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact us wed be delighted to show you around!

Apply today and take the next step in your career journey with us at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust!

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
  • State registration - current HCPC certificate
  • Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field
  • Experience within the NHS including experience as a junior in a broad rotational post covering a range of experience in orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions

Desirable

  • Post graduate training/experience in rehabilitation and elderly care

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly
  • Competent IT skills
  • Knowledge of the relevant NSFs and clinical guidelines
  • Skills and experience in rehabilitation of amputee patients
  • Skills and experience in respiratory physiotherapy

Desirable

  • Experience of primary care rehabilitation
  • Knowledge of the safeguarding adults process
  • Experience of UCR and D2Ax

Special Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistant/technical instructors/support workers.
  • Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment
  • Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
  • An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and participation in research and audit

Desirable

  • Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and adult social care.
Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
  • State registration - current HCPC certificate
  • Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field
  • Experience within the NHS including experience as a junior in a broad rotational post covering a range of experience in orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions

Desirable

  • Post graduate training/experience in rehabilitation and elderly care

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly
  • Competent IT skills
  • Knowledge of the relevant NSFs and clinical guidelines
  • Skills and experience in rehabilitation of amputee patients
  • Skills and experience in respiratory physiotherapy

Desirable

  • Experience of primary care rehabilitation
  • Knowledge of the safeguarding adults process
  • Experience of UCR and D2Ax

Special Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistant/technical instructors/support workers.
  • Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment
  • Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
  • An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and participation in research and audit

Desirable

  • Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and adult social care.

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Coastal Health and Wellbeing Team

Teignmouth Hospital

Teignmouth

TQ14 9BQ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Coastal Health and Wellbeing Team

Teignmouth Hospital

Teignmouth

TQ14 9BQ


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of OT Coastal IC and Therapy Lead

Alex Pleace

alex.pleace@nhs.net

07768066939

Details

Date posted

14 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

388-6827378-AHP-B

Job locations

Coastal Health and Wellbeing Team

Teignmouth Hospital

Teignmouth

TQ14 9BQ


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