Exercise Therapist

NHS; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within a dynamic Exercise Therapy Team, dedicated to enhancing the physical and mental health of patients through prescribed exercise interventions. This role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team in acute settings, where you will develop therapeutic relationships and create personalized exercise plans. Ideal candidates will have a background in Sports Science and possess strong communication and motivational skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and offers a supportive environment for career growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Sports Science or equivalent required.
• Professional membership of BASES is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop therapeutic relationships to promote physical activity benefits.
• Document detailed care plans and supervise exercise therapy assistants.

Skills

Organization and time management

Communication skills

IT skills

Motivational skills

Education

Degree in Sports Science or equivalent

Reps Level 3 Exercise Referral

Reps Level 4 (preferably Exercise and Mental Health, Diabetes, and Obesity)

Professional membership of BASES

Job description

Go back to Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Exercise Therapist

The closing date is 20 May 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Exercise Therapy Team. Exercise Therapy supports a number of wards across the Trust, providing prescribed exercise interventions to support the physical and mental health of our patients. The role involves working in acute admission wards for patients over the age of 18 with mental health illnesses who require assessment and treatment by a multidisciplinary team.

The position is primarily based at Hopewood Park, Sunderland; however, the successful applicant will be required to provide cover across the exercise therapy departments.

Main duties of the job

The role involves developing therapeutic relationships with our service users to promote the benefits of physical activity and supporting them to make positive lifestyle changes.

Experience of working with clinical populations within clinical settings would be beneficial, but not essential, as in-house training will be provided. The post holder will work with an experienced and skilled MDT.

The post holder will be required to conduct pre-activity health screening and review appointments, including taking baseline physical health measurements, discussing health and exercise-related goals, and prescribing and facilitating exercise plans specific to our patients' needs.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented, and committed workforce that is caring and compassionate, capable of meeting the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return, we offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Exercise Therapy works as part of a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will liaise with other professionals within the MDT regarding exercise treatment plans, physical health triggers, patient progress, and discharge planning. Attendance at ward meetings will be required.

Job responsibilities

The post holder will document detailed care plans and progress notes within the electronic medical record system. They will supervise exercise therapy assistants daily, ensuring the safety of service users during exercise and working effectively in challenging situations.

Please find the attached job description for full details.

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Degree in Sports Science or equivalent
• Reps Level 3 Exercise Referral, Reps Level 4 (preferably Exercise and Mental Health, Diabetes, and Obesity)
• Professional membership of BASES

Experience

• Prescribing exercise interventions for clinical populations
• Managing own caseload
• Planning personalized treatment plans
• Working within clinical populations

Skills

• Organization and time management
• Communication and IT skills
• Motivational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to ensure suitability for this role.

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust