Advanced Physiotherapist

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Job summary

A healthcare institution is seeking a motivated Physiotherapist to join the Spinal Deformity team. This role offers Band 7 and Band 6 opportunities, contributing to both inpatient and outpatient care. Responsibilities include pre-operative and post-operative patient support, alongside working within a multidisciplinary team and developing service delivery. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and HCPC registration. The position offers a part-time contract with a salary range of £47,810 to £54,710 per year, depending on the banding.

Qualifications

• State Registration with HCPC is required.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teams is essential.
• Advanced knowledge of relevant medical conditions is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outpatient and inpatient physiotherapy care.
• Support patients pre- and post-operative care.
• Provide education and training to MDT members.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Clinical knowledge

Education

Degree or equivalent Diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Job Summary

A rare opportunity is available for a highly motivated and experienced Physiotherapist to join the Spinal Deformity team at Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This post is Band 7, with an option for Band 6 applicants who are willing to train toward Band 7 within a two‑year period.

Experience in scoliosis management is desirable but not essential. You will work with a wide MDT to lead service development and support patients from pre‑operative to post‑operative spinal deformity care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. There are two attached job descriptions (Band 7 and Band 6). Please indicate at the start of your Supporting Information section which level you are applying for.

Interview Date: Friday 20 February 2026. 24 Hours 45 Minutes per Week. You will be redirected to Trac to apply; please expand the job details section and read all information before applying. NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

Main duties of the job

You would be responsible for delivering a mix of outpatient and inpatient work, both independently and as part of the highly specialist MDT. You will work with patients to prepare them for surgery (pre‑hab) as well as delivering Enhanced Recovery After Surgery, and where appropriate, post‑op outpatient care. There is access to hydrotherapy and a small gym on site at the Royal Victoria Infirmary. Time is protected for service and personal development in line with AHP Job Planning, and access to CPD. Audit is expected to be embedded within the role, and clinical effectiveness and quality improvement are core to this role. The team includes 2 ESPs specializing in spinal conditions and close collaboration with specialist neurosurgical therapy teams. The working pattern is Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday to meet service needs.

About Us

We are a flexible working organisation and will consider flexible arrangements where possible for service needs and staff. We serve around 2 million patient contacts annually with services at the Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI), Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Dental Hospital, Cramlington Manor Walks, Urgent Treatment Centres, Newcastle Fertility Centre, Northern Centre for Cancer Care (North Cumbria), and Northern Genetics Service. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and other community sites. Further information on staff benefits is available under Documents to download or Supporting documents.

Details

Date posted: 21 January 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change. Band 7. Salary £47,810 to £54,710 per year pro rata. Contract: Permanent. Working pattern: Part-time. Reference number: 317-2025-52-032. Job locations: Royal Victoria Infirmary, NE1 4LP.

Job Description and Responsibilities

Band 7

• To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care to a highly complex patient group in specialty
• To provide physiotherapy support for patients as in-patients, in outpatient clinics and on day units as applicable to the role
• To provide an advisory service to patients, families, physiotherapists, consultants, nursing staff and other health care professionals in tertiary and secondary care, locally and regionally
• To develop and provide specialist education and training to nursing, medical and physiotherapy staff and other MDT members to optimise patient outcomes and support learning and development

Band 6

• To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care (assessment, treatment and advice) to a complex patient group in specialty
• If applicable to role, participate in the Senior Physiotherapy general rotational scheme across the Trust in a range of clinical settings

Person Specification

Meets All Band 7 Criteria

• Essential: Degree or equivalent Diploma in Physiotherapy; State Registration with HCPC; evidence of CPD and post‑graduate study to MSc level; extensive post‑grad experience including senior physiotherapist experience within the specialty; experience in multidisciplinary teams; teaching and presentation experience; advanced knowledge of relevant medical conditions; good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to teach and pass on skills; good organisation, time management, prioritisation, and teamwork; ability to reflect and critically appraise practice
• Desirable: knowledge of research projects; knowledge of NHS initiatives; CSP membership; involvement with CSP Clinical Special Interest Groups; previous Band 7 experience; experience with audits; IT skills; specialist treatment skills

Meets All Band 6 Criteria

• Essential: Advanced knowledge of medical conditions and their impact on function; knowledge of the physiotherapy process; good organisation and time management; ability to work in a team; commitment to development; ability to present information; NHS rotational post experience across core physiotherapy areas; MDT experience; degree or equivalent; HCPC registration
• Desirable: experience with research and audit projects; knowledge of NHS issues; IT and presentation skills; specialist treatment skills; senior post experience; CSP membership

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure submission to the DBS.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. See UK Visas and Immigration guidance. Since 2017, applicants may need a criminal records check from countries of residence as applicable.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for details.

Employer details

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal Victoria Infirmary, NE1 4LP. Employer website: https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us