Experienced Physiotherapist

Active Care Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a part-time Physiotherapist to join a neurorehabilitation service in Chislehurst. The role involves providing high-quality physiotherapy, leading assessments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have a relevant degree and current HCPC registration. The position offers 22.5 hours per week with additional hours available. Attractive benefits, including extensive training and support, are provided.

Benefits

Birthday off

Active Learning Hub

Active Reward App discounts

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Aegon 5% matched pension

Medicash Health Plan access

Active Awards recognition

Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist required.
• Ability to motivate and reassure for active participation.
• Must undergo Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physiotherapy service.
• Lead physiotherapy assessments and management.
• Develop and manage the physiotherapy service.

Skills

Empathy

Motivational skills

Clinical care

Education

Relevant degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Come and join the UK's largest provider of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone. Are you a passionate Physiotherapist seeking an exciting new adventure? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment focused on providing the best possible care? Look no further!

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting opportunity for a part time Physiotherapist to join our 15-bed neurorehabilitation service in Chislehurst, dedicated to offering specialist post-acute rehabilitation, as well as management of long-term neurological conditions, for adults over the age of 18. Through slow stream rehabilitation, we prioritise the individual needs of our residents by offering an adjusted intensity program tailored to their specific requirements. This adaptable approach ensures that residents can continue their rehabilitation journey at a pace that aligns with their current capabilities while working towards achieving their rehabilitation goals. Our facility boasts a fully equipped therapy room, complete with a therapy kitchen and gym, providing a comprehensive range of resources to support residents in their recovery process, while the inclusion of communal living areas encourages social interaction. Furthermore, Chislehurst is conveniently situated close to local amenities with good transport links allowing residents easy access to the community. We are on a mission to build an exceptional team dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care, and we want you to be a vital part of our journey.

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Job responsibilities

What you\'ll be working:

This role is 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with days and times to be agreed.

Please note: Further hours are available at our neighbouring neurological rehabilitation services if required.

What you\'ll be doing:

• Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights
• Ensure the provision of a high-quality physiotherapy service and its place within the multidisciplinary team
• Take a lead role in physiotherapy assessment and management of service users maintaining high standards of clinical care
• Develop and manage the physiotherapy service and staff
• Initiate and take a lead role in the development of physiotherapy department policies, guidelines and service developments
• Use highly developed physical skills to support patients who have a neurological impairment to maximise independence
• Liaise with family, carers, and significant others where appropriate to ensure patients’ needs are met to a high standard
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, visitors, carers, members of the multi-disciplinary care team, and senior professional and managerial staff

What you\'ll have:

• Current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist
• A relevant degree in Physiotherapy
• Demonstrate the ability to be empathetic, motivating, and reassuring to allow for active participation
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS

We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer.

Apply now to be part of our amazing team and see what a difference you can make to someone\'s life!

What to look forward to:

• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist

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.