Community Rotational Physiotherapist

Manchester University Nhs Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Community Rotational Physiotherapist in Manchester to support North Manchester Community Services. The role involves diverse rotations including Community Rehabilitation Team, Home Pathway, and stroke rehab, delivering care close to home.

Applicants will assess and treat in the community, manage a varied caseload, and work with band 7 therapists for complex cases while supervising band 3/4 staff.

Qualifications

• Qualified Physiotherapist with HCPC registration and breadth of community experience.
• Experience as part of an MDT and ability to supervise learners.
• UK driving license and access to own vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist complex multifactorial clinical assessments, treatment and advice in the community.
• Manage a clinical caseload with support from senior therapists for highly complex patients.
• Work as a lone worker in various community settings and supervise junior staff.

Skills

MDT collaboration

Governance understanding

Supervising students/assistants

Driving licence

Education

Qualified Physiotherapist

HCPC Registration

Job description

Community Rotational Physiotherapist Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Manchester, United Kingdom

Job summary

North Manchester Community Services have a vacancy on their Community Rehabilitation Rotation and are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic physiotherapist. The successful candidate will have a passion for delivering care close to home and be committed to keeping patient's in their own locality.

Physiotherapists will rotate through a diverse range of areas:

• Community Rehabilitation Team: delivered over 5 days, Monday to Friday.
• Manchester Community Response (MCR) - North (Home Pathway, Discharge to assess and Crisis response): delivered over 7 days, Monday to Sunday 8:00-20:00.
• Community Stroke Rehabilitation: delivered over 5 days Monday to Friday 08:00-16:30
• Crumpsall Vale Intermediate Care - delivered over 7 days, Monday to Sunday.
• Adult Learning Disabilities: delivered over 5 days Monday to Friday.

We encourage physiotherapists to apply who are keen to progress and develop within the profession and who are passionate about delivering high quality services.

UK driving license and access to own vehicle are essential for the post.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for providing specialist complex multifactorial clinical assessments, treatment and advice to patients in the community who have a variety of general presentations such as orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, neurology, Learning Disabilities, respiratory, falls and amputees as part of a community rehabilitation rotation.

The individual will manage a clinical caseload of clients, including those with complex and highly complex needs with support from the band 7 therapists for highly complex patients and supervise the band 3 and 4 support staff with caseload management.

The post holder will work without direct supervision as a lone worker in the community assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and modifying individualised treatment programmes in a variety of care settings e.g. patients home, clinic setting, residential homes and intermediate care setting for patients with low to highly complex needs.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted: 28 August 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year

Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 349-LCOD-8195673-RL3

Job locations: Various bases in North Manchester, Manchester, M9 7ED, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

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MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

• Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
• Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that's considered relevant to the role.
• Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Physiotherapist
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of qualification in relevant areas
• Significant broad range band 5 rotational experience
• Experience of Community Working
• Experience of Lone working
• Experience of manage complex conditions

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Ability to be an effective member of the MDT
• Understanding of governance processes
• Experience of supervising students/assistants

UK driving license/car

Essential

• Uk driving license and access to own vehicle

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 to submit for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Various bases in North Manchester, Manchester M9 7ED United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Rehabilitation Services Manager, Caomha Preston, [e-mail], 01613884022

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