Physiotherapist

Appstractor Corporation; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community interest company in London seeks an enthusiastic Physiotherapist to join their Falls Prevention team. This role offers an intensive practical experience, working in various community settings, and contributing to the assessment and rehabilitation of patients at risk of falls. Comprehensive training and support will be provided within a dynamic and inclusive team environment.

Benefits

NHS Pay & Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Positive Workplace Environment

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in Assessment and Rehabilitation of Adults.
• Clinical Knowledge in Rehabilitation and Stroke/Neurology management.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and treatment of patients in community settings.
• Formulate goal-focused treatment plans and delegate to Exercise Instructors.
• Work autonomously within a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Assessment and Rehabilitation

Communication

Clinical Supervision

Planning and Organisation

Education

Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Physiotherapist with an interest in developing their community skills to join our team as part of the Falls Prevention team. The job is perfect to get a grounding in community working in a busy Multi-Disciplinary team that offer assessment and self-management exercise programmes to people who have a fear of falling or have fallen. The team offer provide Falls Multi-Factorial Risk Assessments and falls intervention based on the Otago programme in weekly group sessions and home exercise program one-to-ones.

The post holder would be working in peoples homes, in clinics and in a variety of community exercise venues.

The post offers an ideal intensive experience within this service where the post holder will have the opportunity to shadow in other physiotherapy areas and engage in the wide variety of tasks that make up the running of a team. At interview we can talk more about the variety of opportunities available to experience across our broad range of community services.

A full and valid driving licence and access to a vehicle is required.

Closing date is 14 July 2025

Interview dates are 23 July 2025

For further information and/or an informal discussion or to arrange a visit please contact Birthe Andersen, Falls Prevention service Lead , 020 8274 7103/ . OR Andy Hamilton, Principal Therapist, 07974 945859 ,

Main duties of the job

To provide specialist assessment and treatment of patients who may have complex acute, chronic, or multiple pathology presentations requiring rehabilitation in the community setting. To do so as part of the delivery of a Multi-Factorial Risk Assessment delivered by the Falls Prevention Service.

To have clinical responsibility for a caseload of complex patients.

To formulate goal focused treatment plans and delegate appropriately to Exercise Instructors for provision of falls prevention rehabilitation programmes.

To work autonomously and as a member of the broader multi-disciplinary team, ensuring the communication of information to all health and social care agencies involved, to meet the holistic needs of the patient.

To contribute to the planning, coordination, delivery and evaluation of the Falls Prevention Service

To provide supervision and support to less junior staff, assistants, other professionals and act as clinical educator for undergraduate students.

Our Physiotherapy Team has an excellent mix of skills and experience and as part of the Therapies Service the post holder will receive supervision and clinical support in a team that has a very active in-service training programme and offers exciting opportunities to develop through experiential learning.

About Us

At Your Healthcare CIC, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-led health and social care services for residents in Kingston and providing specialised learning disability services in Richmond. As a Community Interest Company (CIC), we prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you to make a real impact.

Why Choose Us?

NHS Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of NHS pay, Agenda for Change terms, NHS pension scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes.

Bureaucracy-Free Environment: Implement good ideas quickly and effectively without delays.

Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and various staff discounts.

Exceptional Staff Experience: Join a supportive workplace with positive feedback from staff and patients.

Inclusive Culture: We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

Impactful Community Involvement: Have a real voice in shaping care as part of our membership organization. Your ideas and contributions matter.

Join Us Today

We are looking for passionate individuals who value high-quality care, inclusivity, and community engagement. If you want to make a positive impact in health and social care, join our forward-thinking, patient-centred team. Explore our career opportunities and become part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.

Details

Date posted

26 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£44,485 to £52,521 a year inclusive of 15% HCAS pro rata per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B9811-25-0053

Job locations

Hollyfield House, 22 Hollyfield Road

Surbiton

KT5 9AL

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to attached Job description under the supporting documents.

Please apply using the NHS Jobs online system. Your application should explain why you are applying for the post, how you believe you would contribute to working in this setting and demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the person specification.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to attached Job description under the supporting documents.

Please apply using the NHS Jobs online system. Your application should explain why you are applying for the post, how you believe you would contribute to working in this setting and demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the person specification.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in Assessment and Rehabilitation of Adults and Older People presenting with complex pathology, including neurological rehabilitation, orthopaedics, falls, musculoskeletal conditions, respiratory, rheumatology and palliative care
  
  

Desirable

• Minimum 18 months post graduate experience in field of rehabilitation,
• Experience of clinical supervision of junior staff and students.
• Experience in both the Hospital and community settings
  
  

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist Clinical Knowledge and Assessment skills in Rehabilitation and Stroke/Neurology management
• Clinical knowledge and skills in movement analysis, muscle facilitation
• Understanding of National and local strategies, initiatives and guidance relating to adults and older peoples services
• Awareness and acceptance of the rights and needs of service users
  
  

Desirable

• Knowledge of the policies and services available for people with Falls related issues.
• Work experience in Falls related clinical services.
• Working Knowledge and understanding Integrated Governance and the implications for services, including audit, risk management, health and safety etc
• Ability to influence and effect change using a range of skills including negotiation, teaching and assertiveness
  
  

Essential

ANY OTHER FACTORS

• Current driving licence and access to vehicle for work purposes (business class 1 use) is essential as this is a community post
  
  

Essential

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to organise, plan and prioritise own clinical caseload including timely discharge planning
• Excellent oral & written communication skills
• Report writing and Computer literacy, Information Technology Skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships and actively contribute to MDT and Network meetings
• Ability to work flexibly and work under pressure
  
  

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of a range of relevant specialised and validated postgraduate courses
• Relevant CPD portfolio
  
  

Desirable

• Membership of CSP
• Member of relevant Clinical Interest Group
  
  

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential

• Motivated
• Flexible
• Good communicator
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Motivated
• Flexible
• Good communicator
  
  

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.

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.

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

Your Healthcare CIC

Address

Hollyfield House, 22 Hollyfield Road

Surbiton

KT5 9AL

Employer's website

http://www.yourhealthcare.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Your Healthcare CIC

Address

Hollyfield House, 22 Hollyfield Road

Surbiton

KT5 9AL

Employer's website

http://www.yourhealthcare.org (Opens in a new tab)

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