Lead Paediatric Community Physiotherapist – Complex Needs

The Methodist Church in Britain; Wembley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a lead paediatric physiotherapist for a one-year fixed-term post within the Community Paediatric Physiotherapy Service in Brent. The role requires substantial Band 6 paediatric experience and HCPC registration.

You will supervise junior staff, contribute to service development, and manage a diverse community caseload across homes, nurseries, schools and clinics. Start January 2027.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in physiotherapy.
• Post-registration specialist education.
• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment, treatment and management for children and young people aged 0-19 with complex physical needs and SEND.
• Manage a community caseload across homes, nurseries, mainstream schools and clinics, including preschool and orthotic clinics.
• Assess and recommend specialist equipment and mobility aids as children's needs change.
• Work with children, families and Health, Education and Social Care professionals to coordinate care and support transition to adult services.
• Provide clinical leadership, shaping pathways, care packages and service improvements across Brent.
• Line manage, supervise and develop junior staff, assistants and students through appraisal, teaching and clinical supervision.
• Contribute to clinical audit, service transformation, training and evidence-based practice.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Advanced assessment

Care pathways knowledge

IT skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Education

Degree or diploma in physiotherapy

Post-registration specialist education

Membership of CSP

Job description

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a lead paediatric physiotherapist for a one-year fixed-term post within the Community Paediatric Physiotherapy Service in Brent. The role requires substantial Band 6 paediatric experience and HCPC registration.

You will supervise junior staff, contribute to service development, and manage a diverse community caseload across homes, nurseries, schools and clinics. Start January 2027.