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High Dependency Unit Senior Physiotherapist

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Job Summary

We are delighted to announce a new 16 bed service based in Doncaster that will welcome patients from Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire.

Job Summary

We are delighted to announce a new 16 bed service based in Doncaster that will welcome patients from Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire.

The unit will support patients with complex mental health with a focus on rehabilitation, patients may be in the service for up to 12 months and through a multi-professional approach will receive recovery focussed care. This is a rare opportunity to work within a setting built with current understandings of therapeutic environments and trauma-informed care.

This role will be part of a multi-disciplinary team assessing physiotherapy needs and providing clinically effective and efficient interventions on an individual and group basis for people with mental health needs.

For more information please contact Catherine Collins or

Main duties of the job

To provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with complex physiotherapy problems as an autonomous practitioner for adults with mental health problems.

To manage a defined caseload using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions and record all interventions.

To provide clinical education and training.

To provide physiotherapy clinical input within the HDU Mental Health Team working as a member of the multi-professional team.

To complete home visits and outreach work to enable safe and timely discharge.

To be responsible for providing information to the Clinical Lead Mental Health Physiotherapist and the HDU Team Manager as needed.

About Us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We Are Passionate About Enhancing The Quality Of Our Service And We Work Hard To Attract And Select The Right Colleagues For Our Organisation. Our Goal Is To Employ Those Who Share Our Passion For Providing First Class Care While Remaining Committed To Our Vision And Values. Please View Our Strategy Using The Link Below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We Are Committed To Inclusive Cultures And Really Value People In Our Organisation, View Our Allyship Video On YouTube To Find Out More:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

19 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-RCG-0620

Job locations

Tickhill Road Site

Tickhill Road

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Person Specification

Role requirements

Essential

HCPC Registered Physiotherapist BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy
Understanding and knowledge of clinical governance issues within own clinical practice and wider implications for delivery of patient services.
Portfolio evidence of reflective practice, relevant experience, and CPD.

Desirable

Involvement in physiotherapy projects/working groups.

Person Specification

Role requirements

Essential

HCPC Registered Physiotherapist BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy
Understanding and knowledge of clinical governance issues within own clinical practice and wider implications for delivery of patient services.
Portfolio evidence of reflective practice, relevant experience, and CPD.

Desirable

Involvement in physiotherapy projects/working groups.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in 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 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).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in 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 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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Tickhill Road Site

Tickhill Road

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Tickhill Road Site

Tickhill Road

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Part-time

Job function

Job function
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