MSK Physiotherapist

NHS; Kirkby-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Kirkby-in-Ashfield seeks an MSK Physiotherapist to join their integrated musculoskeletal service. The role involves delivering high-quality physiotherapy interventions, managing a personal caseload, and collaborating with diverse teams. Applicants should possess HCPC registration and a relevant degree in Physiotherapy. A full UK driving licence is required. The competitive salary range is between £38,682 and £46,580 per annum, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

In-house occupational health services

CPD opportunities

Employee-led staff networks

Qualifications

• Significant experience at Band 5 in treating patients with musculoskeletal pathology.
• Previous NHS experience preferred.
• Ability to undertake audit and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-focused physiotherapy interventions.
• Manage a personal caseload using specialist physiotherapeutic assessment.
• Participate in in-service training and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Effective team working

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Teaching skills

Education

HCPC registration

BSc/Diploma in Physiotherapy

Specialist knowledge of musculoskeletal physiotherapy

Job description

MSK Physiotherapist

The closing date is 21 December 2025

This is an opportunity for an aspiring MSK Physiotherapist to join the integrated musculoskeletal service offering assessment and treatment to patients within Mid Nottinghamshire.

As part of the Community Health Services Division in Nottinghamshire Healthcare we provide musculoskeletal services working within the Mid Nottinghamshire Alliance MSK pathway, MSK Together. This consists of collaborative working with our primary care colleagues, first‑contact practitioners, triage team and secondary care colleagues. The MSK Physiotherapy service has strong links with local pain services, secondary care orthopaedics and the specialist spinal unit at Nottingham University Hospital Trust. We are looking for an individual who is an excellent team member, is self‑motivated and able to deliver evidence‑based MSK physiotherapy services in a friendly and supportive environment, working with the wider MSK teams within the integrated service.

Main duties of the job

Working under pressure and adapting to change is essential in the current NHS environment. You will be responsible for delivering high quality, patient‑focused physiotherapy interventions to all service users as part of the Musculoskeletal Therapy Team. Linking with First Contact Practitioner Physiotherapists in Primary Care Networks is an essential role to offer clinical management of a wide variety of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. Care will be offered through a variety of platforms – face‑to‑face, virtual, 1:1 and group settings. We currently offer a number of group sessions, for example ESCAPE pain, and are seeking to further develop our rehabilitation offer. Involvement in service transformation will be a key part of the role.

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee‑led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network and the Menopause Champions network. These networks support our diverse workforce and promote a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in‑house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance and achieve our net‑zero commitment.

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will be fully supported by the clinical team leads and benefit from a varied skill mix within the team. You will be expected to participate in the in‑service training programme and supervise students and junior staff.

We have a structured in‑service training programme, regular clinical supervision, mentoring and peer support.

We are committed to CPD and promoting evidence‑based practice and a high standard of care throughout the service.

To manage a personal caseload using specialist physio‑therapeutic assessment for patients who may have complex and diverse presentations, determine clinical diagnosis and plan appropriate management and treatment using specialist clinical reasoning skills and a wide range of therapeutic techniques.

To assist clinical triage of patients with complex conditions as required.

To be a specialist practitioner and act as a role model to staff, empowering and developing junior team members.

Applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. The cost (£26.40 standard or £54.40 enhanced) is deducted from salary over the first two months of employment.

Enrolment for the DBS Update Service is encouraged; an annual fee of £16 applies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• HCPC registration
• BSc/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• Specialist knowledge of musculoskeletal physiotherapy underpinned by theory and postgraduate courses

Training

• Clinical Educator
• Post‑graduate MSK training

Experience

• Significant experience at Band 5 or equivalent level in treating patients with musculoskeletal pathology
• Varied rotational experience
• Previous experience at Band 6 level or equivalent
• NHS experience
• Ability to undertake audit
• Supervisory experience

Knowledge

• Specialist knowledge of musculoskeletal physiotherapy underpinned by theory and postgraduate courses
• Evidence‑based practice
• Understanding of national and local priorities

Skills

• Effective team working
• Ability to plan, organise, delegate and prioritise own work
• Time management and ability to respond quickly to change
• Self‑motivated and capable of working as an effective team member
• Excellent communication skills, with negotiation, motivation, empathy and tact
• Flexibility and forward thinking
• Teaching and knowledge‑sharing skills
• Presentation skills

Contractual

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Values and Behaviours

• All colleagues are expected to act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust values: Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion, Teamwork.
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role, as outlined in the Trust's EDI Policy and relevant legislation.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous convictions.

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 per annum (pro rata for part time).