Basic Grade (B5) Physiotherapist

Job summary

The role sits within the Brain Injury Services (BIS) physiotherapy team, providing level 1 rehabilitation and complex disability management for adults with acquired brain injury. BIS holds two clinical pathways of complex neuro-rehabilitation and Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness (PDoC). The post holder will work as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team. They will be supported by senior specialist Physiotherapists and have opportunities to offer support and supervision to Physiotherapy and/or Therapy Assistants and Physiotherapy Students.

Main duties of the job

• Demonstrate an awareness of the RHN’s values and objectives and contribute to them within you daily practice.
• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your work in line with standards set by the HCPC, Physiotherapy profession and the RHN.
• To work within an Inter-disciplinary team to provide seamless patient value centred care, disability management and rehabilitation treatment.
• To provide a high standard of Physiotherapy as an autonomous practitioner including; conducting complex patient assessments, formulations of problem lists and treatment plans and provision of Physiotherapy treatment encompassing patients values and goals.
• To demonstrate the ability to reflect and develop clinical reasoning, using evidence informed knowledge, to support with treatment planning and development within your caseload.
• Proactively participate in own development through regular supervision with senior Physiotherapists, peer learning, engagement in departmental training and CPD opportunities and fully participate in the RHN annual Individual Performance Review processes. Successful applicants will access the RHN band 5 learning framework to guide their individual learning and development plan during their employment at the RHN.
• Act as a role model to colleagues and consistently display the highest standards of professionalism.
• Participate in the development of the Physiotherapy department and the wi

  About us

  Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway—from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care—for people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

  Details

  Date posted

  23 June 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  £32,894 to £42,734 a year

  Contract

  Fixed term

  Duration

  24 days

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  c37e57

  Job locations

  West Hill, London

  --

  London

  All UK

  SW15 3SW

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway—from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care—for people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

  Job role: Band 5 Physiotherapist

  Department: Physiotherapy

  Contract type: Fixed Term 2 Years

  Responsible to: Head of Therapy Services

  Salary range:£32,894 to £42,734 per annum (dependent on experience)

  Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week

  Location: Putney, Southwest London

  Closing date: 11th July 2025

  The role sits within the Brain Injury Services (BIS) physiotherapy team, providing level 1 rehabilitation and complex disability management for adults with acquired brain injury. BIS holds two clinical pathways of complex neuro-rehabilitation and Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness (PDoC). The post holder will work as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team. They will be supported by senior specialist Physiotherapists and have opportunities to offer support and supervision to Physiotherapy and/or Therapy Assistants and Physiotherapy Students.

  Job Description

  • Demonstrate an awareness of the RHN’s values and objectives and contribute to them within you daily practice.
  • To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your work in line with standards set by the HCPC, Physiotherapy profession and the RHN.
  • To work within an Inter-disciplinary team to provide seamless patient value centred care, disability management and rehabilitation treatment.
  • To provide a high standard of Physiotherapy as an autonomous practitioner including; conducting complex patient assessments, formulations of problem lists and treatment plans and provision of Physiotherapy treatment encompassing patients values and goals.
  • To demonstrate the ability to reflect and develop clinical reasoning, using evidence informed knowledge, to support with treatment planning and development within your caseload.
  • Proactively participate in own development through regular supervision with senior Physiotherapists, peer learning, engagement in departmental training and CPD opportunities and fully participate in the RHN annual Individual Performance Review processes. Successful applicants will access the RHN band 5 learning framework to guide their individual learning and development plan during their employment at the RHN.
  • Act as a role model to colleagues and consistently display the highest standards of professionalism.
  • Participate in the development of the Physiotherapy department and the wider RHN, including completing clinical and non-clinical tasks delegated by senior physiotherapists.
  • Supervise and support Physiotherapy Assistants, therapy assistants and Physiotherapy students as required.

  Person Specification

  • Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions Council. Essential.
  • Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance. Essential.
  • Post-registration experience of working in Neurological care and/or rehabilitation. Essential.
  • Broad range of pre-registration clinical physiotherapy experience including neurological rehabilitation. Essential.
  • Demonstrate the ability to carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the Inter-disciplinary team to establish patient-values and goals. Essential.
  • Ability to prioritise and manage a caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate. Essential.
  • Evidence of working well in a team, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Essential.
  • Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with an understanding of the need for evidence informed practice and service development. Essential.
  • Experience in splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management. Desirable.
  • Awareness and understanding of supporting equality and valuing diversity Essential
  • Experience of delegation and supervision of qualified physiotherapy staff, support staff and students. Desirable.
  • IT skills relevant to job role Essential.

  Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:

  • Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
  • Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UK’s only hospital with its own kiln)!
  • Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.
  • Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.
  • Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Women’s network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce – most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
  • Free on-site parking (rare in London!)
  • More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

  Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship currently.

  RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.

  RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk

  The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway—from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care—for people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

  Job role: Band 5 Physiotherapist

  Department: Physiotherapy

  Contract type: Fixed Term 2 Years

  Responsible to: Head of Therapy Services

  Salary range:£32,894 to £42,734 per annum (dependent on experience)

  Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week

  Location: Putney, Southwest London

  Closing date: 11th July 2025

  The role sits within the Brain Injury Services (BIS) physiotherapy team, providing level 1 rehabilitation and complex disability management for adults with acquired brain injury. BIS holds two clinical pathways of complex neuro-rehabilitation and Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness (PDoC). The post holder will work as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team. They will be supported by senior specialist Physiotherapists and have opportunities to offer support and supervision to Physiotherapy and/or Therapy Assistants and Physiotherapy Students.

  Job Description

  • Demonstrate an awareness of the RHN’s values and objectives and contribute to them within you daily practice.
  • To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your work in line with standards set by the HCPC, Physiotherapy profession and the RHN.
  • To work within an Inter-disciplinary team to provide seamless patient value centred care, disability management and rehabilitation treatment.
  • To provide a high standard of Physiotherapy as an autonomous practitioner including; conducting complex patient assessments, formulations of problem lists and treatment plans and provision of Physiotherapy treatment encompassing patients values and goals.
  • To demonstrate the ability to reflect and develop clinical reasoning, using evidence informed knowledge, to support with treatment planning and development within your caseload.
  • Proactively participate in own development through regular supervision with senior Physiotherapists, peer learning, engagement in departmental training and CPD opportunities and fully participate in the RHN annual Individual Performance Review processes. Successful applicants will access the RHN band 5 learning framework to guide their individual learning and development plan during their employment at the RHN.
  • Act as a role model to colleagues and consistently display the highest standards of professionalism.
  • Participate in the development of the Physiotherapy department and the wider RHN, including completing clinical and non-clinical tasks delegated by senior physiotherapists.
  • Supervise and support Physiotherapy Assistants, therapy assistants and Physiotherapy students as required.

  Person Specification

  • Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions Council. Essential.
  • Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance. Essential.
  • Post-registration experience of working in Neurological care and/or rehabilitation. Essential.
  • Broad range of pre-registration clinical physiotherapy experience including neurological rehabilitation. Essential.
  • Demonstrate the ability to carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the Inter-disciplinary team to establish patient-values and goals. Essential.
  • Ability to prioritise and manage a caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate. Essential.
  • Evidence of working well in a team, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Essential.
  • Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with an understanding of the need for evidence informed practice and service development. Essential.
  • Experience in splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management. Desirable.
  • Awareness and understanding of supporting equality and valuing diversity Essential
  • Experience of delegation and supervision of qualified physiotherapy staff, support staff and students. Desirable.
  • IT skills relevant to job role Essential.

  Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:

  • Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
  • Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UK’s only hospital with its own kiln)!
  • Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.
  • Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.
  • Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Women’s network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce – most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
  • Free on-site parking (rare in London!)
  • More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

  Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship currently.

  RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.

  RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk

  The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

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  Desirable

  • Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions Council. Essential.
  • Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance. Essential.
  • Post-registration experience of working in Neurological care and/or rehabilitation. Essential.
  • Broad range of pre-registration clinical physiotherapy experience including neurological rehabilitation. Essential.
  • Demonstrate the ability to carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the Inter-disciplinary team to establish patient-values and goals. Essential.
  • Ability to prioritise and manage a caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate. Essential.
  • Evidence of working well in a team, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Essential.
  • Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with an understanding of the need for evidence informed practice and service development. Essential.
  • Experience in splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management. Desirable.
  • Awareness and understanding of supporting equality and valuing diversity Essential
  • Experience of delegation and supervision of qualified physiotherapy staff, support staff and students. Desirable.
  • IT skills relevant to job role Essential.

  Experience

  Essential

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  Desirable

  • N/A
  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

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  Desirable

  • Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions Council. Essential.
  • Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance. Essential.
  • Post-registration experience of working in Neurological care and/or rehabilitation. Essential.
  • Broad range of pre-registration clinical physiotherapy experience including neurological rehabilitation. Essential.
  • Demonstrate the ability to carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the Inter-disciplinary team to establish patient-values and goals. Essential.
  • Ability to prioritise and manage a caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate. Essential.
  • Evidence of working well in a team, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Essential.
  • Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with an understanding of the need for evidence informed practice and service development. Essential.
  • Experience in splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management. Desirable.
  • Awareness and understanding of supporting equality and valuing diversity Essential
  • Experience of delegation and supervision of qualified physiotherapy staff, support staff and students. Desirable.
  • IT skills relevant to job role Essential.

  Experience

  Essential

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  Desirable

  • N/A

  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.

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

  Address

  West Hill, London

  --

  London

  All UK

  SW15 3SW

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.rhn.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

  Address

  West Hill, London

  --

  London

  All UK

  SW15 3SW

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.rhn.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)