Band 5 Physiotherapist

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Sheffield is seeking a skilled physiotherapist to assess and treat a variety of conditions including musculoskeletal and neurology issues. You will be responsible for managing a clinical caseload, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring effective patient care. The role requires effective communication and the ability to work flexibly across multiple sites. Ideal candidates will have a recognized physiotherapy qualification and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in patient rehabilitation.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in physiotherapy, particularly in clinical settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills to interact with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Carry a clinical caseload and prioritize work accordingly.
• Delegate tasks to assistants and provide necessary training.
• Conduct assessments and develop individualized therapy goals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and documentation.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Assessment techniques

Education

Relevant physiotherapy qualification

Job description

To provide assessment and treatment interventions for a variety of conditions which may include musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, neurology, respiratory and complex moving and handling needs as well as providing assessment and advice on falls management and reviewing patients after they have fallen.

The role would require moving between sites during the working day so the ability to travel is essential. This position would be supported by experienced band 6 and band 7 physiotherapists and would require collaboration and joint working with a therapy assistant. An understanding of working with a wider MDT is also essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry a clinical caseload, planning and prioritising own work and seeking assistance and guidance when needed.
• Delegate clinical duties to assistants ensuring they have appropriate knowledge, understanding and competence. Provide training and supervision for the task if required.
• Gather, analyse and evaluate information to identify problems in partnership with the patient, carer and colleagues, working as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Select and use appropriate assessment techniques within in‑patient settings. Make clinical diagnosis and apply clinical reasoning.
• Negotiate and set appropriate, realistic, and individualised therapy goals in partnership with the patient, carer, and colleagues.
• Set up equipment for therapy and ensure it is used safely by clients, carers, staff and/or students.
• Teach, guide, and supervise clients as individuals or in groups.
• Teach therapy techniques to carers including safe use of equipment, manual handling, and management of the patient’s condition.
• Treat, monitor, develop each patient’s therapy programme, measure outcomes and discharge appropriately.
• Refer to other agencies.
• Undertake risk assessment and ensure the health and safety of clients, carers, and staff during therapy.
• Demonstrate dexterity, coordination and palpatory senses for assessment and manual treatment of clients.
• Receive and communicate sensitive or contentious information to clients and carers who regularly have barriers to understanding, e.g., dysphasic, complex mental health problems, to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of conditions.
• Maintain good verbal and non‑verbal communication skills of motivation, explanation, and reassurance to agree and gain co‑operation of clients and carers in their treatment programmes.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate complex, sensitive, and contentious information effectively with clients, carers, and staff in the multi‑disciplinary team and other agencies.
• Explain therapy, gain consent, and motivate the patient to achieve goals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case review meetings to discuss progress and to plan treatment and safe discharge.
• Complete assessment forms, write comprehensive patient treatment records and produce written transfer and discharge reports.
• Provide competent cover for absent colleagues.
• Complete work within agreed timescales.
• Demonstrate behaviour which is sensitive to the needs and values of others seeking mutual understanding, respect and consideration.
• Respond calmly and positively in times of conflict or uncertainty, seeking appropriate assistance to achieve a resolution.
• Participate in staff meetings, team meetings and professional groups to remain informed and to contribute ideas.
• Record statistics and provide information as requested.
• Assist with induction and basic training for new staff and students.
• Communicate using e‑mail.
• Adapt professional practice under the direction of the lead clinician to ensure the evidence‑base is integrated into the team.
• Promote an understanding of the profession and contribute to the sharing of learning across professional and organisational boundaries.
• Contribute to audit and service evaluation to produce therapy which is efficient, effective and responsive to user feedback.
• Contribute to the modernisation of Physiotherapy services to improve care pathways and processes.
• Develop knowledge, understanding and competency in therapy practice in all core professional areas.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of health service practice.
• Continue personal and professional development as agreed with the Senior Therapist during appraisal and supervision.
• Be an active member of the in‑service training programme by attending and delivering training sessions at staff meetings.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with health and social care colleagues to ensure delivery of a coordinated multi‑disciplinary service to clients within the complexities of a community environment.
• Participate in the staff appraisal scheme and Personal Development Review as appraisee.
• Undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices using clinical audit, outcome measures and reflective practice. Make recommendations for change.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Clinical Governance, Risk Management and equal opportunities policies and apply to work situation.
• Be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work in all community settings and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including your prompt recording and reporting of incidents and accidents to senior staff, completing risk assessments and ensuring that equipment use is safe.
• Comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and participate in the reviewing and updating as appropriate.
• Undertake any other duties, after negotiation, that might be considered appropriate by the Director of Therapy Services.

Supporting Statement Guidance

The supporting statement is an opportunity for you to showcase how your qualifications, knowledge, skill and experiences align with the requirements and criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. Recruiting managers score applications based on the criteria listed in the person specification. Managers will be looking for evidence of how you meet these criteria. To increase your chances of securing an interview, provide examples of how you have applied your skills and knowledge in real‑life situations. Share work‑related successes and challenges you’ve navigated that align with the criteria. These could be from various aspects of your life, including work, education, and personal experiences. Consider structuring your statement with clear headings or bullet points. This approach will help both you and the recruiting manager navigate through your application more effectively.

Diversity and Inclusion

We aim to be an organisation that is diverse and inclusive and to meet this aim we welcome applications from people with a wide range of life experience and whose diversity echoes the diversity of Sheffield, that of the people who use our services, and that of the people who may need to use our services but face barriers to access. Please think about your personal values and how these align with our Values when you are applying.

We are a Disability Confident employer. We offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet all of the essential criteria for a role. When you apply you will have the opportunity to let us know if you require adjustments to be made, please contact us if you are not sure or if you require adjustments to the application process itself.

Staff Network Groups

• The Ethnically Diverse Staff Network Group
• The Disability Staff Network Group
• The Lived Experience Staff Network Group
• The Rainbow Staff Network Group
• The Staff Carers Staff Network Group
• The Women’s Staff Network Group

Working Arrangements

We know how important flexible working can be to applicants and therefore we encourage you to discuss any working arrangements as part of this process. We will always aim to accommodate requests, wherever possible.

Safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children and as part of our safe recruitment practice the successful applicant(s) will be subject to a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) if it is deemed appropriate for the role. The cost of the DBS check must be met by the successful applicant(s). At SHPU, we prioritise the well‑being and safety of both our service users and employees. It is our policy and a condition of employment that all employees must join the DBS Update Service. This service carries an annual fee, which employees are responsible for paying up front. However, employees may claim this cost back through the Trust’s Employee Expenses Reimbursement Policy. For those requiring a Basic DBS check, it is necessary to register for a DBS Online Account.

Application Process

When applying for this post you will be redirected to complete your application in our preferred applicant management system, Trac. If you are successfully offered a role, information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. In addition, in submitting an application, you authorise our Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the ESR IAT process should you be appointed. Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there.

AI and Writing

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) when writing job applications. If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting statement. While AI can help streamline the writing process, these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for, nor can they accurately reflect your skills, knowledge, and experience. It is crucial that you personalise your supporting statement by articulating these in your unique voice. Relying solely on AI to write your application or supporting statement is not advocated by SHPU and could negatively impact your chances of success in the application process.

Contact Information

At Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust we provide a range of mental health, learning disability, substance misuse, primary care and other specialist services designed around the needs of people in our city. We have a dedicated and skilful team of people caring in Sheffield, which you could become a part of. Our values are at the heart of everything we do. These are: We work together, We are respectful and Kind, We are inclusive and We keep improving.

Visa and Sponsorship

Sheffield Health Partnership University Foundation Trust is currently unable to provide sponsorship for this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a visa which allows you to work in the UK, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that SHPU will be unable to offer sponsorship after your visa expires. You must also have at least 12 months on your visa at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons. If you currently hold a visa, you will be asked to provide your share code at application stage. Please note, we will be unable to proceed with applications if your visa expires within the above timeframe.

Why Join Us?

What is it that makes our Trust such a special place to work? Well, it’s all about the people. Our staff, service users, carers and families all come from such diverse backgrounds and all have expertise and stories to share. It’s important that you feel supported in your role, that the people who you work with are as passionate as you are and that your health and wellbeing is taken care of. If you’re interested in developing your career, you’ll have access to a range of training and education opportunities, including apprenticeships, work experience and placements, as well as the chance to get involved in research. We are very proud of the difference we make to people’s lives each and every day and if that’s something that you’d like to be part of we’d love to have you with us.