Highly specialist Physiotherapist | Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust; Stanmore; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Stanmore is seeking a Specialist Physiotherapist (Band 7) for a 6-month maternity cover. In this role, you will deliver specialist physiotherapy assessments and treatments for adults with complex neurological conditions while working in a supportive multidisciplinary team. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, autonomy in patient care, and a chance to make a genuine impact on recovery journeys. If you are passionate about neurorehabilitation, apply now for this rewarding role.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive induction

Annual travel card loan

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in neurorehabilitation and stroke care.
• Ability to work autonomously in a community setting.
• Strong communication skills in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist physiotherapy assessments and treatments.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans using advanced clinical reasoning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to improve patient pathways.

Skills

Neurorehabilitation

Clinical reasoning

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Are you a highly skilled Physiotherapist with a passion for neurorehabilitation and stroke care? Are you looking for a supportive, forward‑thinking team where you can make a genuine impact in the community?

We are excited to offer a 6‑month maternity cover opportunity for a Specialist Physiotherapist (Band 7) to join our Community Neurorehabilitation and Early Supported Discharge (ESD) Stroke Team in Harrow. This is a fantastic chance to bring your specialist clinical skills into a well‑established, friendly multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, continuous learning and high‑quality patient care. As a key member of our service, you will deliver highly specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment for adults with complex neurological presentations, supporting patients across their recovery journey in community settings. You will also play an essential role in supervising and developing junior staff, rotational physiotherapists, rehab assistants and students. If you enjoy autonomous practice, working holistically with patients in their own environment, and being part of a compassionate team, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Band 6 seeking progression, or an established Band 7 looking for a dynamic and meaningful temporary role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out highly specialist physiotherapy assessments and treatments for individuals with complex neurological pathologies
• Use advanced clinical reasoning to create and deliver evidence‑based treatment plans
• Work in a range of community settings, including patients’ homes, clinics and local centres
• Provide interventions such as manual therapy, FES, electrotherapy, patient education, home exercise programmes and functional rehabilitation
• Support delivery and evaluation of the ESD Stroke service and wider community neurorehabilitation pathways
• Gain valid informed consent and manage information sharing in line with legal and professional guidelines
• Build strong relationships with a range of professionals including GPs, Acute Trust stroke teams, District Nurses, Wheelchair Services, Speech and Language Therapy, and Bedded Services
• Work closely within the integrated multidisciplinary team, contributing to shared goals and smooth patient pathways

What you’ll gain from working within the Harrow Community Neurorehabilitation Team

• A supportive and friendly MDT environment
• A role where your clinical expertise makes a real impact on patient outcomes
• Opportunities for professional growth and shared learning
• Autonomy over your caseload with support from highly experienced colleagues
• A varied and rewarding workload across home, clinic and community settings
• An environment that values communication, team spirit and high‑quality rehabilitation

Benefits

• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
• Car lease scheme (only available for Band 5 and up)
• Flexible working options
• Annual travel card loan
• Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it’s like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Please refer to Job description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

This advert closes on Sunday 21 Dec 2025