Acute Stroke Unit - Team Lead Physiotherapist | Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a Team Lead Physiotherapist for the Acute Stroke Unit on a one-year fixed-term maternity cover contract. The role involves leading the physiotherapy service, managing a dedicated team, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Applicants should have substantial experience in stroke care and possess strong leadership skills. This position promotes professional development and staff wellbeing through various resources.

Benefits

On-site staff nursery

Wellbeing classes

Comprehensive occupational health services

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in stroke and neurological services.
• Experience in an acute environment.
• Strong team working abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate physiotherapy service for the Acute Stroke Unit.
• Manage and supervise a team of physiotherapists and assistants.
• Oversee performance and absence management.

Skills

Leadership skills

Team management

Knowledge of National Stroke Guidelines

Education

Experience at Band 6 or 7 level

Job description

Overview

Team Lead (Band 7) Physiotherapist - Acute Stroke Unit (1-year FTC, maternity leave cover)

Employer: Kingston & Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Department: Physiotherapy – Acute Stroke Unit

Location: Kingston Hospital

Salary: Band 7

Hours: 37.5 (part time – at least 30 hours/week will be considered)

Duration: Maternity Cover (one-year fixed-term contract)

Responsibilities

• Lead Physiotherapist on the Acute Stroke Unit, responsible for planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the physiotherapy stroke service.
• Manage the team on a day-to-day basis, including a static Band 6 Physiotherapist, a rotational Band 5 Physiotherapist and a part-time Physiotherapist Assistant, providing clinical supervision, appraisals and teaching.
• Carry out performance and absence management as required.

Qualifications

Applicants must be able to demonstrate extensive experience at Band 6 or 7 level of working within stroke and ideally other neurological services. Time spent in an acute environment and a working knowledge of the current National Stroke Guidelines is essential.

Development and staff wellbeing

If you are a highly motivated, enthusiastic and proactive individual who has a passion for acute stroke care, excellent team working and leadership skills then we would love to hear from you.

Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

Wellbeing resources

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Notes

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

This advert closes on Sunday 28 Sep 2025