Care Home Physiotherapist

Westgate Healthcare Ltd; Ware; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream discounts

Job summary

Westgate Healthcare Ltd in Ware, Hertfordshire, is seeking a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join a multidisciplinary team at Westgate House Care Centre. The role covers a full-time, permanent position; you will assess, rehabilitate and support residents to regain independence after hospital stays.

You will lead and supervise junior therapy staff, collaborate with Occupational Therapists, Doctors and Social Workers, and contribute to comprehensive rehabilitation pathways for residents’ goals.

Qualifications

• Right to live and work in the UK.
• Degree in Physiotherapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Good knowledge of HCPC and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy codes.
• Experience with older adults is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Proactive, compassionate approach.
• Confidence to manage your own caseload.
• Interest in developing junior therapy staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of residents requiring rehabilitation from assessment to delivery of care plans.
• Complete assessments and develop rehabilitation programmes based on goals.
• Collaborate with residents and care team to set realistic goals.
• Support discharge planning and ongoing care arrangements as needed.
• Work with health and social care professionals in meetings and reviews.
• Use physiotherapy skills to promote independence, mobility and quality of life.
• Lead and supervise junior therapy assistants and support their development.
• Share knowledge with the multidisciplinary team.
• Engage in reflective practice and ongoing professional development.
• Keep accurate clinical records in line with guidelines.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Caseload management

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC Registration

Job description

Care Home Physiotherapist (Band 5)

Make a difference. See progress. Be part of something special.

Are you a Physiotherapist looking for a role where you can genuinely see the difference you make every day?

At Westgate House Care Centre, you’ll help older people regain their independence, build confidence and get back home following a hospital stay. From those first steps in rehabilitation to celebrating the milestones along the way, you’ll be at the heart of their recovery journey.

If you’re passionate about rehabilitation, enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team and want a role where no two days are quite the same, we’d love to hear from you.

Come and make a difference with Westgate Healthcare. #CareWithUsAtWestgate

About the role

£32,000 – £38,000 per annum
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

About Westgate House Care Centre

Westgate House Care Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire, is part of Westgate Healthcare, a family-run, award-winning care home group.

The home has 109 beds in total, including a dedicated 13-bed Intermediate Care Unit (ICU) with its own private rehabilitation gym. The unit supports older people, often following a hospital admission, to regain their strength and independence before returning home with the right care package in place.

We’re looking for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our friendly multidisciplinary team on a full-time, permanent basis.

You’ll manage your own caseload and use your physiotherapy expertise to assess, rehabilitate and support residents to achieve their individual goals. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the home, as well as external professionals including Occupational Therapists, Doctors and Social Workers, to ensure residents receive joined-up support throughout their rehabilitation journey.

You’ll also provide leadership, guidance and supervision to junior therapy assistants, helping them develop their skills and confidence.

At Westgate, we believe in compassion, commitment, collaboration and credibility — and we want these values to shine through in everything we do.

About the role

As our Physiotherapist, you will:

• Manage a caseload of residents requiring rehabilitation, from initial assessment through to the development and delivery of personalised care plans

• Complete assessments and develop appropriate rehabilitation programmes based on individual needs and goals

• Work alongside residents and the wider care team to set realistic, achievable goals

• Support safe and timely discharge planning, including arrangements for ongoing care where required

• Work collaboratively with health and social care professionals, attending multidisciplinary meetings and case reviews as needed

• Use your clinical knowledge and physiotherapy skills to promote residents’ independence, mobility and quality of life

• Lead, mentor and supervise junior therapy assistants, supporting their development and performance

• Share knowledge and contribute positively to the wider multidisciplinary team

• Take part in reflective practice and ongoing professional development

• Keep accurate and appropriate clinical records in line with professional and organisational requirements

Why work at Westgate?

We want our people to feel valued, supported and rewarded. As part of the Westgate team, you’ll have access to:

• Stream – improve your financial wellbeing, access your wages before payday and enjoy exclusive discounts at a range of popular UK retailers

• Blue Light Card – access a wide range of employee discounts

• Additional discount schemes, including Byond Prepayment Card, Extras Discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme

• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £500 for a successful referral

• Employee recognition schemes, including Employee of the Month and Long Service awards

• Team-building activities and social events

• Support to achieve additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications

• Financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity

• Comprehensive induction and free training

• Ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow your career with Westgate Healthcare

About you

We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Physiotherapist who is passionate about helping people regain their independence.

You will need:

• The right to live and work in the UK

• A degree in Physiotherapy

• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

• Good knowledge of HCPC and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy codes of practice

• Previous experience working with older adults or in a care home setting is desirable, but not essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

• A proactive, positive and compassionate approach

• The confidence to manage your own caseload and take responsibility for your clinical decisions

• An interest in supporting and developing junior members of the therapy team

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re looking for a rewarding Physiotherapy role where you can use your skills to help people get stronger, more independent and closer to home, we’d love to welcome you to Westgate Healthcare.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age.

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About the company

We are Westgate Healthcare, a family-run care provider delivering award-winning residential, nursing and dementia care across the South East of England.

With over 20 years of experience, we focus on creating safe, supportive and welcoming environments for older people.

Our approach combines high clinical standards with genuine compassion, ensuring every resident receives personalised, dignified care

Required Criteria

• BSc (Hons) or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification
• HCPC Registration
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive, compassionate approach to care

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience of working with the elderly is desirable but not essential as full training is provided
• Passion for rehabilitation
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience or interest in geriatric rehabilitation

Skills you'll need

• Problem Solving
• Initiative
• Teamworking
• Providing Care