Community Physiotherapist

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is offering a Band 6 Physiotherapy role in Berkshire East. The position is primarily focused on managing community rehabilitation for older adults, offering opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment. Flexible working hours and various benefits, including training and generous leave, are included.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days’ annual leave, increasing with service

Generous NHS pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work and electric vehicle leasing schemes

Wellbeing tools and services

Retail and restaurant discounts

Staff networks promoting diversity and inclusion

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Free parking at Trust sites

Qualifications

• Experience as a Physiotherapist at Band 5 level.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of community, primary, and secondary care services.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Community Physiotherapy Patients.
• Support the overall East Community Physiotherapy service.
• Supervise and support junior and support staff.

Skills

Rehabilitation of older adults

Interpersonal skills

Community care understanding

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

We have an exciting Band 6 Physiotherapy opportunity within our integrated services teams working in Berkshire East, across Maidenhead. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and innovative candidate for a fixed-term contract of up to 1 year.

To be suitable for this post, you should have sound experience working as a Physiotherapist at Band 5 level, with expertise in the rehabilitation of older adults. A good understanding of how community, primary, and secondary care services, Local Authorities, and voluntary services collaborate is essential.

The role involves managing a clinical caseload of general community referrals, including seeing patients in their own homes. Exposure to neurological patients can be arranged. Additionally, you will support physiotherapy activities within the Assessment and Rehabilitation Centre and Reablement services, working closely with the wider Community Physiotherapy team across East Berkshire.

You should be able to work independently and as part of a team, supporting the overall East Community Physiotherapy service alongside other community service leads and the Integrated Service manager. Excellent interpersonal skills are required, and you will have opportunities to contribute to service improvements, development, and the QMIS (Quality Improvement Management System) process.

We offer comprehensive in-service training, clinical development, and peer support. There are opportunities to pursue MSc/Independent Prescribing qualifications, with funding available for external courses and in-house training. Staff receive annual appraisals to support their development.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Effectively managing a caseload of Community Physiotherapy Patients.
2. Delegating ongoing rehabilitation plans appropriately to support workforce.
3. Supervising and supporting junior and support staff.
4. Contributing to service development and improvement initiatives.

Working pattern and service hours:

This is a full-time fixed-term position. The service operates Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00, with flexible hours depending on service needs. While face-to-face rehabilitation is primary, virtual working arrangements are available.

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC and is committed to providing high-quality care. We foster an inclusive and supportive environment where staff can thrive.

Our values include:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Providing safe, high-quality services
• Innovative, collaborative solutions

Benefits include:

• Flexible working options
• 27 days’ annual leave, increasing with service + buy/sell options
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Career development opportunities
• Cycle to Work and electric vehicle leasing schemes
• Wellbeing tools and services
• Retail and restaurant discounts
• Staff networks promoting diversity and inclusion
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Free parking at Trust sites

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Hannah Turner
Job title: ARC Team Lead - Physiotherapist
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]