Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Physiotherapist, enthusiastic to work with children and young people with a wide range of developmental and neurological needs.
We are a dynamic therapies team based in NorthWest Kent, who recognise the importance of integrated working with Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists and a Care Co-ordination team, to meet the needs of the child/young person. We offer a hybrid approach to work offering different evidence-based approaches e.g. clinic/home/school/ early years settings/ virtual; community participation.
We are part of Kent's Children's Therapies and pride ourselves on the support and induction for staff, including regular meetings with line manager, clinical supervision, clinical leadership from our Clinical Specialists and Professional Leads and regular opportunities for inhouse and accredited external training which cover a wide range of topics.
We have funding for up to a full-time 1.00 wte (37.5 hours per week) but we willconsider full-time, part-time and term-time only options. Interviews will be held on 28.08.24
Main duties of the job
Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate intervention for neurodevelopmental and neurological conditions.
Support parent/carers/other professionals to maximise potential.
Work as part of a Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) and in partnership with health, education and social services colleagues.
Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with wider MDT, for example, wheelchair and equipment services.
Support mainstream schools, early years settings and local special schools.
Support professional development for students and junior staff.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our valuesCompassionateAspirationalResponsiveExcellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission
The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitment
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered
- GuidanceScore Relevant degree in Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Experience of leading and managing teams
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in physiotherapy
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor ) experience
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)
Special Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to manage and lead change
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered
- GuidanceScore Relevant degree in Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Experience of leading and managing teams
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in physiotherapy
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor ) experience
Desirable
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)
Special Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months
- Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to manage and lead change
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).
