Job summary
The Special Schools Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy team is expanding in order to provide a more comprehensive offer to students in Post 16 education. This post is one of three newly funded posts, developed to provide improved resilience and capacity within the established PTOT team.
You will be joining a brilliant team of 20 other PTOT registered and non registered support staff delivering outstanding care to students in the four main Special Schools in Sheffield.
If you have the requisite skills and passion to join this team we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To provide a specialised and high standard of physiotherapy care as a member of the physiotherapy team and multi-professional teams within the Special School setting.
To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessments of children presenting with a wide range of conditions and problems.
To provide a diagnosis of the problem related to physiotherapy.
To develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme for each child.
To independently manage a personal caseload of children, working without direct supervision.
To access the advice, training and support from senior physiotherapists available but also undertake aspects of clinical duties as a developing autonomous practitioner
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Brilliant Place to work
- Leaders in Children's Health
We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent, relevant postgraduate courses and in-service training
- Portfolio evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- Membership of the CSP
- Membership of APCP
Experience
Essential
- Variety of significant and relevant experience including respiratory care and knowledge of a broad variety of conditions.
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of working with children either professionally or socially
Desirable
- Significant paediatric caseload experience in an acute or community setting and including acute respiratory rotation
- Student / assistant supervision.
- Involvement in audit, research or service evaluation.
- Recent experience of (within 5 years) working within on call services
- Paediatric on call experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
- Knowledge of clinical governance and it's implications for services
- Understanding of family / team dynamics and how to develop working relationships with all involved in the child's care
- Understanding of the impact of disability / hospitalisation on children and their families
- Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family
Desirable
- Knowledge of consent issues specific to paediatrics
- Simple research methodology
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Competent I.T skills
- Ability to present information, written and verbal in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately
- Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical records
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations
- Problem solving approach
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a multi-professional team
Desirable
- Ability to organise internal / external courses
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent, relevant postgraduate courses and in-service training
- Portfolio evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- Membership of the CSP
- Membership of APCP
Experience
Essential
- Variety of significant and relevant experience including respiratory care and knowledge of a broad variety of conditions.
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of working with children either professionally or socially
Desirable
- Significant paediatric caseload experience in an acute or community setting and including acute respiratory rotation
- Student / assistant supervision.
- Involvement in audit, research or service evaluation.
- Recent experience of (within 5 years) working within on call services
- Paediatric on call experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
- Knowledge of clinical governance and it's implications for services
- Understanding of family / team dynamics and how to develop working relationships with all involved in the child's care
- Understanding of the impact of disability / hospitalisation on children and their families
- Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family
Desirable
- Knowledge of consent issues specific to paediatrics
- Simple research methodology
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Competent I.T skills
- Ability to present information, written and verbal in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately
- Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical records
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations
- Problem solving approach
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a multi-professional team
Desirable
- Ability to organise internal / external courses
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
