Falls Specialist Physiotherapist

NHS; Warwick; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care provider in the UK seeks a Band 7 physiotherapist for a 12-month fixed-term role. The position involves developing outpatient clinics and community-based intervention groups for falls patients, enhancing care pathways across the region. Candidates should possess a physiotherapy degree, relevant clinical experience, and strong communication skills. A commitment to development and evidence of supervising staff are essential. Applications from candidates requiring sponsorship are welcome.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in physiotherapy with state registration (HPC).
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including recent postgraduate courses.
• Extensive postgraduate experience, including Band 6 level work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and evaluation of falls assessment services.
• Provide high-standard physiotherapy to falls patients.
• Supervise and support junior staff and students.

Skills

Autonomous practitioner

Specialist knowledge of falls and frailty

Excellent communication skills

IT competence

Education

Diploma/degree in physiotherapy

Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Tools

Word

Email

Job description

Job Summary

A 12‑month fixed‑term Band 7 physiotherapist role at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust. Develop and lead outpatient and MDT clinics and community‑based intervention groups for falls patients, enhancing pathways and outcomes across Warwickshire.

Main Duties

• Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of falls assessment and group intervention services.
• Provide high‑standard physiotherapy to falls patients, incorporating best practice and NICE guidance.
• Co‑ordinate with community, acute and MSK teams, and other service providers to create a comprehensive assessment and intervention pathway.
• Supervise, support and provide specialist advice to junior staff and undergraduate students.
• Contribute to out‑of‑hours and weekend working as required.

Person Specification – Qualifications

• Diploma / degree in physiotherapy, state registration (HPC).
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including recent postgraduate courses in falls and frailty physiotherapy.
• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (desirable).
• Relevant validated clinical courses and leadership training (desirable).

Person Specification – Experience

• Extensive postgraduate experience, including Band 6 level work in a variety of specialities.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams, audit and research, and quality improvement.
• Evidence of supervising students or less experienced staff and providing clinical education.

Person Specification – Skills

• Autonomous practitioner, specialist knowledge of falls and frailty, and evidence of sound clinical reasoning.
• Excellent written, verbal and non‑verbal communication skills, and IT competence (Word, Email).
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of professional practice, legal responsibilities and clinical governance.

Person Specification – Personal Qualities

• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills, flexibility, empathy and reliability.
• Ability to perform well in stressful environments and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers.
• Commitment to continual clinical and managerial development.

Additional Information

Required Disclosure and Barring Service check and current UK professional registration. Skilled worker sponsorship is considered. Further details available on the Trust website.