Band 6 Physiotherapist

Frontier Perspectives; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Band 6 Physiotherapist to join the Heartlands Hospital therapy team in Birmingham. The role focuses on comprehensive physiotherapy assessment, treatment and rehabilitation across acute wards with an emphasis on safe discharge.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, provide autonomous clinical duties, and contribute to service development.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered physiotherapist with a relevant degree or diploma.
• Evidence of CPD and continuing professional development.
• GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individualized physiotherapy assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Manage a varied caseload across acute hospital wards.
• Provide physiotherapy interventions for a range of clinical conditions.
• Support safe discharge to home or appropriate onwards care.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team and maintain accurate records.
• Supervise juniors, support workers and students.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical reasoning

Autonomy

Leadership

Education

Physiotherapy degree or diploma

HCPC registration

GCSE Maths and English (C or above)

CPD evidence

Job description

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Location Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Country United Kingdom

Field Allied Health

Application deadline Deadline OCT 14, 2026

Band 6 Physiotherapist – University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Band 6 Physiotherapist Job in Birmingham

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6 Physiotherapist to join its dynamic therapy team at Heartlands Hospital in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 5 Physiotherapist looking for career progression or an experienced Band 6 Physiotherapist seeking a new professional challenge within the NHS.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary therapy team, providing high-quality physiotherapy assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to patients across acute hospital wards. A key focus of the role is helping patients achieve safe and timely discharge home or transition to the most appropriate ongoing rehabilitation and care services.

Key Responsibilities

As a Band 6 Physiotherapist, you will:

• Conduct individualised physiotherapy assessments and develop appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Manage a varied caseload across acute hospital wards.
• Provide physiotherapy interventions for patients with a range of clinical conditions.
• Support patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals and facilitate safe discharge from hospital.
• Work collaboratively with doctors, nurses, therapists and other healthcare professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and undertake clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
• Support the supervision, education and development of junior physiotherapists, support workers and students.
• Contribute to service development, data collection and implementation of service improvements.
• Deputise for the team lead when required.
• Participate in a 7-day physiotherapy service.
• Contribute to the emergency out-of-hours respiratory physiotherapy service.

Previous experience in an emergency or out-of-hours respiratory physiotherapy service is essential.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• A diploma or degree in Physiotherapy.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Good general education, including GCSE Mathematics and English at Grade C or above.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD), including recent postgraduate training relevant to the clinical speciality.

Desirable Qualifications

• Membership of a specialist physiotherapy interest group.
• Completion of a Clinical Educators course.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Clinical experience managing a patient caseload within the relevant speciality or NHS environment.
• Experience with elderly and frail elderly patients.
• Experience in respiratory, neurological and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
• Previous experience working on a physiotherapy on-call service.
• Experience working with physiotherapy students and assistants.
• Ability to assess complex clinical and non-clinical information and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to plan, organise and modify complex treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Experience supervising and delegating work to physiotherapists, assistants and students.

Experience within the relevant speciality area is desirable.

Skills and Professional Requirements

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Excellent communication, organisation and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively when there are barriers to understanding.
• Ability to provide and receive sensitive or complex information.
• Empathy and the ability to reassure patients and their families.
• Ability to motivate, persuade and negotiate effectively.
• Commitment to professional development and advancing clinical expertise.
• A forward-thinking and professional approach to physiotherapy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Leadership skills and the ability to support and develop colleagues.
• Ability to cope with moving and manoeuvring patients and equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in emotionally challenging clinical situations.
• Willingness to participate in a 7-day service, extended-hours and overnight respiratory physiotherapy on-call service.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust provides opportunities for professional development within a supportive clinical environment. The successful candidate will receive regular supervision and annual appraisal, together with an individualised personal development plan designed to support both immediate clinical objectives and longer-term career goals.

The role also provides opportunities to contribute to service development and help shape physiotherapy services according to the changing needs of the local community.

About University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where employees can develop their careers and contribute to high-quality healthcare.

The Trust promotes diversity, inclusion, compassionate leadership and professional development, aiming to ensure that staff from all backgrounds have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

UK Physiotherapy Registration

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration with the HCPC to be eligible for this position.

International physiotherapists should ensure that they meet the relevant UK registration requirements before applying.

UK Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship

Applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker visa sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications, subject to the applicable UK immigration and sponsorship requirements.

International applicants may also be required to provide criminal record certificates for countries where they have lived for the required period.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

This position is subject to the relevant Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) requirements under UK legislation.

Salary and NHS Band

This is an NHS Band 6 Physiotherapist position. Salary and employment conditions are subject to the applicable NHS terms and conditions.

Job Location

Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green East
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
United Kingdom