Physiotherapist

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust; Oldham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust in Oldham is seeking a Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our acute inpatient mental health services at Royal Oldham Hospital. You will manage your own caseload, contribute to MDTs and deliver evidence-based interventions in a multidisciplinary environment.

The post requires NHS experience, HCPC registration and a commitment to professional development. This fixed-term 12-month role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a Monday–Friday pattern.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent.
• Registration with HCPC.
• Evidence of CPD through a detailed personal development portfolio.
• Experience of working within the NHS.

Responsibilities

• Undertake physiotherapy assessments and treatments for patients on inpatient wards.
• Prioritise referrals and manage a caseload within the MDT framework.
• Plan and deliver individual and group interventions using graded activity.
• Contribute to discharge planning and evidence-based treatment reviews.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Clinical reasoning

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC Registration

Job description

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Main area Physiotherapy Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (From start date) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday working pattern.) Job ref 311-H1059-26

Site Royal Oldham Hospital Town Oldham Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 04/10/2026 23:59

If you are Kind, Fair, Ingenious and Determined then we want you to come and join our#PennineCarePeople

This post requires you to have previous experience of working within the NHS. Applicants without NHS experience will not be given an interview.

We have an exciting opportunity for two highly motivated physiotherapists to join our AHP inpatient mental health team. Following significant investment, we previously expanded our AHP provision across our inpatient mental health services. We are now looking to recruit to one band 6 physiotherapy post - a 12-month fixed-term post for our North Division This is an exciting opportunity to work with service users with a range of physiotherapy needs.

Main duties of the job

You will work closely with the physiotherapists, dietitians and speech and language therapists in the AHP inpatient team, as well as the ward based multidisciplinary teams including nursing staff, occupational therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, advanced practitioners, and peer support workers. Candidates need to share our passion for delivering high quality interventions within a range of inpatient services, including working age adult mental health as well as our services providing inpatient rehabilitation and high support.

You will need to be an autonomous practitioner who is able to prioritise and manage their own physiotherapy caseload, using enhanced clinical reasoning to formulate treatment plans and interventions. You will be responsible for attending MDT meetings and will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based treatment interventions and discharge plans. You will need to be an excellent communicator, keen team member and embrace our Trust’s values of kindness, fairness, ingenuity and determination.

Working for our organisation

You will be supervised by one of our band 7 clinical lead physiotherapists and we will support you to develop your skills and creativity in this role through separate management and clinical supervision. You will link with our wider physiotherapy workforce through our trust wide physiotherapy forum. We expect candidates to network with other colleagues across the trust and beyond to develop practice and service provision including active membership of physiotherapy networks in mental health. In line with our flexible working policy, candidates can be full time or part time, and we offer a range of options to support flexibility. Applicants are encouraged to contact us for informal conversations about this role.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To undertake physiotherapy assessments and treatments for patients with mental health needs on inpatient wards.

• To receive referrals from a range of inpatient services and prioritise physiotherapy actions and assessment as required.
• To work with patients to identify physiotherapy goals as part of the overall care plan.
• To plan and implement individual and/or group interventions, in collaboration with the patient, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.

To monitor and evaluate treatment in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of the intervention.

• To gain consent or assess patients’ capacity and act in best interests under the Mental Capacity Act at all times.
• To communicate effectively with patients, family members, carers, team members and other agencies.
• To use enhanced communication skills in situations where there are barriers to understanding, effectiveness or compliance.
• To actively participate as a member of multidisciplinary team meetings and take an active role in decisions with regard to each patient’s assessment, treatment and onward planning.

To review and reflect on your own practice and performance through effective use of clinical and managerial supervision and appraisal.

To develop and work towards agreed objectives in order to develop physiotherapy and personal skills .

• To apply acquired skills and knowledge of professional practice in order to maintain fitness to practice as a physiotherapist.
• To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD, recording learning outcomes through participation in internal and external development opportunities.

To contribute to the CPD of the physiotherapy team and the AHP inpatient team.

Person specification

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent. (Certificate required).
• Registration with HCPC
• Evidence of CPD in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio.
• Short courses and experience to post graduate diploma level
• Clinical experience of working with people with mental health conditions.
• Experience of working within a team and independently.
• Experience of delivering group therapy sessions.
• Experience of liaison with other professionals and partnership working.
• Clinical experience in the NHS.
• Specialist knowledge in anatomy and physiology to underpin relevant clinical skills.
• Impact of mental health issues on patient activation, compliance and outcomes.
• Working within the framework of the Mental Capacity Act.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ability to autonomously clinically reason complex patient scenarios.
• Able to present information in a clear and logical manner.
• Proven organisational skills including time management, effective delegation and prioritisation and the ability to complete a task.
• Ability to work with people with mental health needs, cognitive impairment and behaviours that challenge.
• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
• Clinical Educators course.
• Student placement in a mental health setting.
• Work experience with people with mental health problems.
• Contribution to service and staff development.
• Projects / study around the needs of people with mental health problems.

Application support - We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.

We are aware of the increase in AI being used for job applications. AI can be a useful tool to assist in writing your application, but these tools may not understand the context or requirements of the job you are applying for and using for all your application will not be a true reflection of your skills and experience. Relying on AI for your whole application can negatively impact on your chances of success throughout the recruitment process as you will be asked to provide evidence to support what you have written. Take the time to proofread your application to ensure you can evidence what you have submitted, whether this is by your experience or certificates

We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the jobs events page on our website.

Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship.You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the government website.

After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.

If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email

Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with NHS Employment Check Standards . These include:

• Identity verification
• Right to work check
• Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
• Professional registration and/or qualification checkOccupational health assessment
• Employment history and reference validation

All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their HMRC employment history to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history andreferences.

If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current government guidance. If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.

Once Checks Are Complete - The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.

Pennine Care are committed to the ‘Pledge to Flex’ initiative as flexible working is a day one right for all colleagues. “We can work flexibly, doing whatever work pattern fits our needs, regardless of the type of role we’re in. As a modern and model employer, flexible and less than full-time working isn’t a barrier to progress in the NHS – it is commonplace” This policy brings this part of the People Promise to life. It will provide you with the information you need, support you to have conversations and take steps towards working in a way that suits you best.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.

If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.

Please note:

• We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Mahvish Malik Job title Team Leader- Trust Wide Inpatient Allied Health Professions Team Email address [e-mail]