Advanced Physiotherapist

Integrated Care System; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare trust in Sheffield seeks an Advanced Physiotherapist to provide specialized assessments and manage children with diverse gait and motion conditions. The ideal candidate is a qualified physiotherapist with significant experience, particularly in oncology and neurosciences. This role involves training junior staff and working within a multidisciplinary team, with excellent annual salary and benefits including flexible working hours.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified Physiotherapist with HCPC registration.
• Experience in oncology, neurosciences, and/or musculoskeletal services.
• Portfolio evidence of reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage children with complex gait and motion problems.
• Deliver clinical education and training to junior therapists.
• Lead management of complex cases within a multidisciplinary framework.

Skills

Ability to present information clearly

Ability to organise and delegate

Effective communication

Empathy and sensitivity

Education

Degree / diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC Registration

MSc in Paediatric Physiotherapy

Job description

Go back Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Advanced Physiotherapist

The closing date is 04 August 2025

Fixed Term: 01 Oct 2025 - 31 March 2029 | 22.5 hrs (6 sessions per week) | Interviews to be held in September date TBC

Join our expert Gait and Motion Analysis Service at Sheffield Children's, working with physiotherapists, clinical scientists, orthotists, and orthopaedic surgeons. You will provide specialised assessment and management of children with diverse gait and motion conditions, as a clinical expert within our multi-disciplinary team.

What We're Looking For:

Qualified Physiotherapist with HCPC registration

Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy

Postgraduate qualifications/CPD in relevant areas

Experience in oncology, neurosciences, and/or musculoskeletal services

Additional Info:

Flexible working timetable to be agreed with you

The Gait and Motion Analysis Laboratory, at Ryegate Children's Centre will relocate mid-2026 to the National Centre for Child Health Technology, Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park

Main duties of the job

You will report to the Team Leader, and your responsibilities include:

Assess and manage children with complex gait and motion problems

Be a specialist source of expertise and provide advice to the team

Deliver clinical education and training to Band 6 therapists, support staff, and students

Lead management of complex cases within a multidisciplinary framework

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, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

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 [e-mail]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Degree / diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Portfolio evidence of reflective practice
• MSc in Paediatric Physiotherapy or gait analysis or other relevant MSc Member of APCP
• Research qualification

Experience

• Significant and relevant experience in oncology and/or neurosciences and/or musculo-skeletal services
• Standardised Assessment tools
• Outcome measures
• Audit / Research / Service Evaluation
• Experience in gait analysis
• Active involvement in relevant special interest groups (CMAS / ESMAC / GCMAS)
• Appraisal / supervision / teaching of more junior staff
• Active involvement in relevant CSP special interest groups, or voluntary organisations

Skills and Abilities

• 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
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a multi-professional team
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to organise internal / external courses
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and tact
• Excellent presentation skills

Knowledge

• Neurological / Developmental / Orthopaedic / Musculo-skeletal physiotherapy
• Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
• Safeguarding procedures
• Advanced understanding 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 on children and their families
• Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family
• Standardised Assessment tools Gait analysis and biomechanics
• Special Educational Needs & Disability Processes
• Moving and handling legislation and current practice

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.

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

£47,810 to £54,710 a yearper annum, pro rata