Band 6 Physiotherapist

Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services); England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A national defense organization is seeking a Band 6 Physiotherapist to provide rehabilitation services at Aldershot Primary Care Rehabilitation Facility. The role involves assessing and treating musculoskeletal conditions, effective patient communication, and collaboration with healthcare teams. The position offers a salary range of £38,682 to £46,580 annually, depending on experience, with opportunities for flexible working. Successful candidates will undergo a 6-month probation period and must meet security requirements.

Benefits

Access to learning and development tailored to your role

Flexible working options

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Must be a Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (MCSP).
• State Registered Physiotherapist (HPC) required.
• Evidence of Hepatitis B immunity required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive physiotherapy/rehabilitation services.
• Assess, diagnose, and formulate treatment plans.
• Communicate effectively with patients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Clinical reasoning

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Completed courses equivalent to graduate diploma level of study

Job description

Band 6 Physiotherapist

Closing date: 11 December 2025

Go back Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services)

At Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) we are an inclusive, dedicated organisation working to provide outstanding care to our entitled personnel.

Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills, the ability to prioritise your workload, and a capacity for initiative? If so, we would love to hear from you.

The full‑time role is 37.5 hours per week and is based at Aldershot Primary Care Rehabilitation Facility with occasional work at Minley Primary Care Rehabilitation Facility.

• Access to learning and development tailored to your role
• Flexible working options
• Inclusive and diverse culture
• On‑site parking

Main duties of the job

Provide comprehensive and professional physiotherapy/rehabilitation services for entitled personnel, undertaking highly skilled and specialist work in the musculo‑skeletal, sports and training injury area. Offer a positive, caring environment for patients, peer‑review and support other physiotherapists and Exercise Rehabilitation Instructors (ERIs) at Aldershot Combined Medical Practice.

About us

Our success depends on our people – whole‑force regular and reservist military, civil servants and contractors, all working together to deliver for us. The Ministry of Defence is committed to attracting and retaining people from all backgrounds, supporting flexible ways of working and providing parental leave benefits.

Job responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, clinically reason and formulate appropriate treatment plans; develop and deliver specialised individual programmes using evidence‑based practice, manual assessment and appropriate clinical reasoning.
• Communicate effectively with patients to ensure informed consent and develop good therapeutic relationships; liaise with multidisciplinary colleagues and advise Medical Officers on specialist physiotherapy recommendations.
• Manage and prioritise your own clinical caseload efficiently and effectively.
• Provide complex clinical reports for prognosis and onward referrals to other health professionals.
• Participate in CPD activities and regular in‑service training sessions.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the full list of duties.

Selection process

When choosing your Behaviour/Technical Skills examples, ensure the scenarios relate to your own experiences. Technology may be used to enhance your submission but presenting ideas generated by others could lead to rejection.

The sift will be completed within 10 working days of the vacancy closing date. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

Application stage

• Provide CV details including job history and previous skills and experience.

Interview stage

• NHS Core NHSC1 Communication
• NHS Core NHSC2 Personal & People Development
• NHS Core NHSC4 Service Improvement
• NHS Core NHSC5 Quality
• NHS Health & Wellbeing HWB7 Interventions & Treatment

Please demonstrate the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications and memberships in the CV section of the application form. Candidates must hold the specified qualifications and memberships in full prior to submission.

There is no reimbursement for interview travel expenses.

Requests for flexible or part‑time work will be considered in line with business needs.

Successful candidates will undergo a 6‑month probation period.

Successful candidates must meet security requirements (security check) before appointment.

Access to the NHS pension scheme is available.

Evidence of Hepatitis B immunity is required (serology levels; vaccination alone is insufficient).

There are no relocation expenses. Non‑standard move applicants may be eligible for the full transfer package, subject to eligibility.

A Great Place to Work for Veterans Initiative

This vacancy is part of the A Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans

Diversity and Equality

The Ministry of Defence embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. The Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) supports candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

For reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, contact [e-mail].

Successful candidates at interview must declare any outside interests. This will be discussed before a formal offer is made.

The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero‑tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, including bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination and victimisation. Candidates dismissed from a role for such behaviour within the last five years are ineligible.

The Smoking‑Free Working Environment policy prohibits all tobacco use in Defence premises.

Person Specification

Provide a CV

• Copy and paste your full CV as your response; uploading is not permitted.
• Refer to the essential criteria where applicable.
• Use double spacing where possible.
• Provide your membership registration number.
• Be registered with the relevant professional body prior to applying.
• A valid membership registration number is required for progression.

Registrations and Memberships

• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (MCSP).
• State Registered Physiotherapist (HPC).
• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy.

Experience

• Relevant experience in assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, sports injuries and orthopaedic conditions.
• Completed courses equivalent to graduate diploma level of study.

Qualifications

• A Degree in Physiotherapy.
• Completed courses equivalent to graduate diploma level of study.

Behaviour Statement

• Have you been dismissed for gross misconduct relating to bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation within the past five years, or resigned and would have been dismissed for such misconduct? Respond Yes or No.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure to DBS is required.

Address

Aldershot Primary Care Rehabilitation Facility

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year (pro rata for part‑time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full‑time, Job share

Reference number

K0003-25-0516

Job locations

Aldershot Primary Care Rehabilitation Facility