Junior MSK Physiotherapist

NHS; Woking; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Physiotherapist to join their MSK team based in Woking Hospital. This position requires a BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration. You will manage a varied caseload and participate in patient-centered care, with opportunities for joint sessions and supervision. The role offers a supportive environment with training and well-being initiatives. A competitive salary is provided, along with NHS benefits.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

On-site staff cafes

Support in career development

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• HCPC registered and experienced in MSK physiotherapy.
• Proven history of managing a varied caseload effectively.
• Ability to communicate complex information to patients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of ACP and GP referrals.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments for treatment plans.
• Ensure multidisciplinary communication and accurate record keeping.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient-centred care

Analytical skills

Empathy

Education

BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Job summary

Are you looking to be part of a forward thinking, award-winning MSK team?

Then this position with Ashford & St Peter's will be for you!

You will be based out of Woking Hospital and part of a pioneering service that has recently expanded their clinics into 3 state-of-the-art gyms at River Bourne, Woking Leisure Centre and Egham Orbit. Our ethos is to bring rehabilitation into the community and to promote holistic patient care through exercise and education for long term self-management.

You will have the opportunity to manage a varied caseload compromising of ACP, GP, Orthopaedic and FCP referrals through our streamlined triage processes.

You will be supported with weekly supervision, in-service training and access to joint sessions with B6/7 and ACPs, plus benefiting from the Trust's wellbeing initiatives.

Despite the team being spread across different sites we regularly organise external events, so you can get to know the socially vibrant team!

We welcome applications from newly qualified students and existing rotational band 5 Physiotherapists looking to focus on MSK career pathway and to join our friendly team of MSK therapists.

Main duties of the job

To communicate any changes in care plan or treatment approach to other physiotherapists or MDT colleagues. To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes.

To be able to communicate complex and sensitive information to patients, carers and other staff relating to their rehabilitation potential and gaining consent for treatment. To maintain accurate records in line with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards and Trust and service standards and policies.

To be able to manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional situations in an empathetic manner.

To undertake comprehensive assessments of patients using analytical skills, seeking guidance from senior staff as needed. Devise individualised physiotherapy management and / or treatment plans, using clinical reasoning skills, evaluating the outcomes of your interventions. Then use a range of treatment/ management options in formulating programmes of care.

To be responsible for and actively record your own personal development.

To supervise physiotherapy assistants and to participate in the appraisal scheme as an appraisee.

To monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and others. To be competent with lone working when appropriate with patients remotely and have awareness of when clinical support is required.

About us

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.

Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.

We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.

We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• On-site Nurseries
• On-site staff cafes
• On-site parking
• Support in career development
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics

Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org

Details Date posted

31 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,602 to £39,686 a year per annum inc. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

323-AHP5604-ED

Job locations

Woking Community Hospital

Heathside Rd

Woking

GU22 7HS

Job description Job responsibilities

Successful candidates need to hold a BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy and be HCPC registered.

Candidates will have a proven history of providing patient-centred care within physiotherapy service. It is important for candidates to be able to communicate effectively with all disciplines involved in a patients care both those from within the organisation and those outside to ensure effective multidisciplinary working, while maintaining accurate patient records in line with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards and Trust and service standards and policies.

To ensure timely and effective communication with the clinical/therapy leads and senior staff on all professional matters.

There is a need to attend staff meetings and actively participate ensuring understanding of information imparted. Additionally, to engage within the departmental objectives to progress the physiotherapy service. To work under the supervision of a clinical specialist physiotherapists to apply clinical skills in assessment, treatment and evaluation in line with the iMSK pathways.

QUALIFICATIONS AND FURTHER TRAINING

Essential

Diploma/Degree leading to inclusion on HCPC Physiotherapy register

Experience in MSK student placement and evidence of relevant post registration professional self-development

Experience of working in a team and contributing to team decisions

Experience of managing and prioritising own caseload

Experience of working with physiotherapy assistants and ability to delegate

Involvement in appraisal system as an appraisee.

Teaching of patients, carers, peers and other health care staff

Share the Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes

DesirableExperience of supporting staff

Job description Job responsibilities

Successful candidates need to hold a BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy and be HCPC registered.

Candidates will have a proven history of providing patient-centred care within physiotherapy service. It is important for candidates to be able to communicate effectively with all disciplines involved in a patients care both those from within the organisation and those outside to ensure effective multidisciplinary working, while maintaining accurate patient records in line with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards and Trust and service standards and policies.

To ensure timely and effective communication with the clinical/therapy leads and senior staff on all professional matters.

There is a need to attend staff meetings and actively participate ensuring understanding of information imparted. Additionally, to engage within the departmental objectives to progress the physiotherapy service. To work under the supervision of a clinical specialist physiotherapists to apply clinical skills in assessment, treatment and evaluation in line with the iMSK pathways.

QUALIFICATIONS AND FURTHER TRAINING

Essential

Diploma/Degree leading to inclusion on HCPC Physiotherapy register

Experience in MSK student placement and evidence of relevant post registration professional self-development

Experience of working in a team and contributing to team decisions

Experience of managing and prioritising own caseload

Experience of working with physiotherapy assistants and ability to delegate

Involvement in appraisal system as an appraisee.

Teaching of patients, carers, peers and other health care staff

Share the Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes

DesirableExperience of supporting staff

Person Specification HCPC registered Essential

• HCPC registered

NHS Experience Essential

• NHS Experience

Desirable

• MSK Experience

Knowledge Essential

• MSK Knowledge

Person Specification HCPC registered Essential

• HCPC registered

NHS Experience Essential

• NHS Experience

Desirable

• MSK Experience

Knowledge Essential

• MSK Knowledge

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Woking Community Hospital

Heathside Rd

Woking

GU22 7HS

Employer's website

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

Employer details Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Woking Community Hospital

Heathside Rd

Woking

GU22 7HS

Employer's website

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