Physiotherapist

Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Leeds is seeking a newly registered Band 5 Physiotherapist to join their Core Therapy or Active Recovery teams. This role involves delivering holistic rehabilitation and supporting patient flow through hospital discharge planning. Candidates must have access to a car and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team. Flexible working is promoted, and the role supports a positive work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

NHS discounts

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for registration as a Physiotherapist.
• Ability to manage a personal caseload and work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Access to a car for work purposes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic rehabilitation for patients within a multidisciplinary team.
• Support hospital discharge planning with a Home First approach.
• Engage in clinical supervision and professional development.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Adaptability

Education

Newly registered Physiotherapist (Band 5)

Job description

Overview

Are you a newly registered Physiotherapist, starting your career? Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust are looking for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our Core Therapy or Active Recovery Neighbourhood teams. This role supports patient flow through rapid response/admission prevention work and facilitation of hospital discharges with a Home First approach. We promote a positive work/life balance and flexible working.

The service covers a wide range of clinical conditions including Falls reduction and prevention, rehabilitation and case management of long-term conditions such as Neuro, MSK, Orthopaedics, Respiratory, Rheumatology, Frailty and Palliative and end of life care. The post is based in the South hub area with citywide responsibilities and potential cross-cover requirements. Access to a car for work purposes is essential. For more information please contact Nokukhanya Sibanda, Operational Team Manager ([e-mail]).

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic rehabilitation for patients, either independently or by delegating tasks to others, as part of your own caseload within a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide care across a 7-day service from 8am to 6pm, including lone working as required.
• Participate in rapid response/admission prevention activities and support hospital discharge planning with a Home First approach.
• Engage in regular clinical supervision, peer support and continuing professional development to support progression within the Trust.
• Collaborate with the wider multidisciplinary team to enhance knowledge and patient care.
• Be flexible to work across the South hub area with potential cross-cover within a citywide service, and consider caring responsibilities.
• Demonstrate commitment to patient-centred care and effective management of a diverse caseload including patients with falls risk, long-term conditions, and palliative care needs.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Newly registered Physiotherapist (Band 5) or eligible for registration.
• Proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and to manage a personal caseload.
• Access to a car for work purposes is essential.
• Right to work in the UK (UK or Irish citizen, EU settlement scheme, or valid work visa).
• Understanding of flexible working and ability to adapt to service needs.

Benefits and Additional Information

Leeds Community Healthcare offers a variety of career opportunities and values a strong culture with a focus on high quality care. The organisation has a positive CQC rating profile and provides generous annual leave and NHS discounts. Adverts close when maximum numbers are reached.