Children'S Physiotherapist

Somerset Nhs Foundation Trust; Wedmore; Vor Ort; GBP 32.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working

NHS pension

Generous annual leave

Career development

Blue Light Card

Zusammenfassung

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Paediatric Physiotherapist to join the Children and Young People’s Therapy Service (CYPTS). You will assess and treat children aged 0-19, delivering high-quality physiotherapy and advice to support development and participation in daily activities.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team across community, clinic, home and educational settings, providing family-centred care, developing specialist paediatric skills and contributing to

Qualifikationen

• Recognised Degree in Physiotherapy.
• HCPC registration.

Aufgaben

• Deliver specialist physiotherapy assessment and intervention for children and young people.
• Develop and evaluate individualised treatment plans and care plans.
• Collaborate with families, education settings and other professionals to support development and mobility.
• Provide advice, training and support to parents, carers and staff.
• Contribute to EHCP assessments, reviews and reports as appropriate.
• Manage an independent caseload with accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in multidisciplinary and multi‑agency working for coordinated care.
• Contribute to service development, audits and quality improvement.

Ausbildung

Recognised Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Jobbeschreibung

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Paediatric Physiotherapist to join the Children and Young People's Therapy Service (CYPTS) at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. Working with children and young people aged 0-19 years, you will deliver high-quality physiotherapy assessment, treatment and advice to support children with a wide range of physical impairments and developmental needs.

As part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, education professionals, parents and carers to help children achieve their full potential. This role offers the opportunity to develop specialist paediatric skills whilst contributing to an integrated therapy service across community, clinic, home and educational settings.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Physiotherapist with excellent clinical, communication and organisational skills who is passionate about delivering outstanding care and improving outcomes for children and families across Somerset.

Main duties of the job

• Independently assess, diagnose and provide physiotherapy intervention for children and young people with a range of physical impairments and developmental needs.
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualised treatment programmes and care plans.
• Work collaboratively with families, education settings, healthcare professionals and partner agencies to support children's physical development and mobility.
• Provide advice, training and support to parents, carers, educational staff and other professionals.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) assessments, reviews and reports where appropriate.
• Manage and prioritise an independent caseload while maintaining accurate clinical records and reports.
• Participate in multidisciplinary and multi‑agency working to ensure coordinated care and positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Support service development, audit, evaluation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervise therapy support staff, trainees and volunteers as required.
• Maintain professional development through ongoing training and evidence-based practice.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we’re committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you’ll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS‑specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it’s a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted: 20 October 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 184-OL-GR-6135

Closing date: 03 November 2026

Job responsibilities

As a Band 5 Paediatric Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for delivering specialist physiotherapy services to children and young people across Somerset. Working within the Children and Young People's Therapy Service, you will assess physical, sensory and functional needs, formulate clinical diagnoses and provide effective interventions that support mobility, independence and participation in everyday activities.

You will gather information from a variety of sources to inform clinical decision-making and develop evidence‑based treatment plans tailored to the individual needs of each child. You will actively involve children, young people and their families in goal setting, care planning and therapeutic interventions, ensuring a family‑centred approach to care.

The role involves working collaboratively with schools, nurseries, healthcare colleagues and external agencies to support the delivery of integrated care pathways. You will contribute to multidisciplinary assessments, attend review meetings and provide professional reports relating to children’s physical development and functional abilities.

You will be responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation, monitoring outcomes and providing statistical information as required. The post holder will also contribute to service development, quality improvement projects, audit and research activities, helping to shape and enhance services for children and young people.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised degree in Physiotherapy and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Experience of working with children is essential, together with excellent communication, organisational and clinical reasoning skills. A commitment to multidisciplinary working, professional development and delivering compassionate, person‑centred care is key to success in this role.

The role includes travel across Somerset to clinics, schools, community settings and family homes. Therefore, applicants must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Recognised Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• CSP registration
• Membership of relevant interest group

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Physiotherapy
• Experience of working with children
• Experience of co‑ordinating the care of clients and prioritising tasks

Desirable

• Experience in paediatric physiotherapy

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.

UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Victoria Park Medical Centre, Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 7AS, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/

Contact for questions about the job

Hiring Manager: Helen Stanley

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

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