Paediatric Physiotherapist (bank)

NHS; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated physiotherapist to join their paediatric team on a bank basis. This role involves providing essential physiotherapy services to children in various educational settings across Essex. The successful candidate will not only work independently but also collaborate with nursery and education staff to enhance children's well-being. With flexible hours available from Monday to Friday, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on young lives while enjoying the benefits of working in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about paediatric care and have the necessary qualifications, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified physiotherapist with HCPC registration and experience in paediatrics.
• Ability to drive and visit various locations across Essex.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy services to children in schools across Essex.
• Engage with families and contribute to Educational Health and Care Plans.

Skills

Paediatric experience

Driving

Communication skills

Education

Physiotherapy degree

HCPC registration

Job description

Our paediatric physiotherapy team are looking for a physiotherapist to join the team on a bank basis.

This post requires the post-holder to visit schools across the Essex area, so it is essential that they can drive and have access to their own car.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will hold an appropriate physiotherapy degree and be HCPC/RCSLT registered. They will be supported to work independently, as well as part of a team. They will have experience of working with children. They will also provide training (in-person or virtually) to nursery and education staff and parents as required.

This post requires the therapist to engage with the child and family; liaise with nursery and education staff, and contribute to Educational Health and Care Plans. This post also requires the candidate to drive to various locations across Essex.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for further information. There are a variety of hours available, within Monday-Friday.

Person Specification

Experience

• Paediatric experience
• 3 years post-qualification experience

Qualifications

• HCPC registration

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.