Physiotherapist

NHS Professionals; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Blue Light Card – NHS Discount

Training and development opportunities

Flexible shifts

Job summary

NHS Professionals is recruiting a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join a paediatric team in the community setting in Manchester. The role focuses on delivering physiotherapy to children in home, school and community environments, with an emphasis on maximizing functional activity.

HCPC registration is required, with paediatrics experience and NHS exposure desirable. The post offers Monday to Friday shifts and NHS bank flexibility.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered as a physiotherapist.
• Experience working with paediatric populations is essential.
• NHS experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the Paediatric Therapy and wider MDT to maximise children’s physical abilities.
• Deliver assessment, advice and treatment to children in home, school and community settings.
• Manage own caseload and maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.
• Communicate effectively with families, children and other teams.

Skills

HCPC registered

Paediatrics experience

NHS experience desirable

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Physiotherapist

Grade: Band 5

Trust: Northern Care Alliance

Location: St James House

Hours: 37.5

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday

Pay Rates – Day: £20.15

Why might this job interest you?

Take your physiotherapy career to the next level with this exciting opportunity at Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust. This role is working within a Community Setting in a Paediatric department so driving licence and experience within Paediatrics is essential.

Responsibilities of this role:

Join a team committed to excellence as a Band 5 Physiotherapist and take on these rewarding responsibilities:

• To work as a member of the Paediatric Therapy and wider MDT. Utilising the Thrive model to provide physiotherapy interventions to children in Salford with the aim of maximising their physical abilities to engage in meaningful everyday activities.
• To deliver physiotherapy assessment, advice and treatment to children with a range of physical difficulties and disabilities within home, school and community settings. These will include children with Neurodevelopmental, Musculoskeletal, developmental, genetic and learning disabilities.
• Assess and treat own caseload of patients and maintain own records as an autonomous practitioner.
• To communicate with other teams and agencies, parents and children in an appropriate manner, often with sensitive information regarding therapy and outcomes.

Essential Criteria:

• HCPC registered.
• Degree In Physiotherapy or equivalent.
• NHS experience is desirable
• Experience working within Paediatrics

The benefits we can offer you in return:

• Putting People in Places to Care – be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
• Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
• Blue Light Card – NHS Discount Provider
• First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
• Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
• Working options to suit your lifestyle – being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
• Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSP’s own academy.
• Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
• Being part of the NHSP Community means you’ll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.

Who are NHS Professionals?

NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Contract length: 3 months

Pay: £20.15 per hour

Expected hours: 31.5 per week

Job Type: Part-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Manchester M14 5LB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Paediatrics: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person