Rotational Band 5 Physiotherapist | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Physiotherapist for a permanent post involving 4-month rotations across various specialties. The role requires registration with the regulatory body and encompasses high standards of care, collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, and professional development. Strong support and training are provided, making this an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and training

Ongoing professional development

Opportunities for audit and research

Qualifications

• Registered with the appropriate regulatory body as a Physiotherapist.
• Willingness to work across multiple specialty rotations.
• Commitment to complete core competencies within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of physiotherapy care.
• Manage an autonomous clinical caseload.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Advocate for the patient and their carers.

Skills

Physiotherapy care

Clinical reasoning

Team collaboration

Holistic patient care

Education

Registered Physiotherapist

Job description

Overview

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is recruiting to its Physiotherapy Band 5 rotation scheme. This consists of over 20 different speciality areas including MSK outpatients, Trauma, Elective, Acute stroke, Early Supported Discharge, Level 1 Brain Injury Unit, Level 2 Neuro Rehab unit, Oncology, Paediatric inpatients and outpatients, Acute medicine, Rapid assessment and discharge, Respiratory medicine, ITU and Surgery, Cardiology, Renal, Vascular, Pelvic Health, Medical rehab. Rotations are 4 months long. This is a 37.5 hour per week permanent post on Band 5.

Reports to: Physiotherapy Clinical Specialist, Therapy Team Leader, Head of Therapies. Site: Cross Site. Please note that only face to face interviews will be held for this post.

There is a thorough induction process, preceptorship package, clinical supervision and in-service training supported through appraisals and 1:1 meetings. There are opportunities to take part in audit and research, service development, external training courses and conferences. You will be supported by experienced clinicians and leaders and there are opportunities for career development and secondments into higher band posts within the organisation.

About the Trust and strategy: Our new strategy for 2023-2030 focuses on four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence, with inclusivity and a commitment to health equality embedded in all we do. Values: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high standard of physiotherapy care as part of a responsive and patient-centred service.
• Effectively manage an autonomous clinical caseload and undertake duties as a qualified Physiotherapist under supervision of senior staff.
• Evidence competency and effective clinical reasoning.
• Work with the MDT to provide holistic care for patients.
• Develop and maintain knowledge and skills within the specialty.
• Advocate for the patient and their carers.
• Stay up to date on local and national issues affecting patient care.
• Collaborate to support colleagues and their development.
• Raise concerns when appropriate.

Qualifications and requirements

• Physiotherapist registered with the appropriate regulatory body (Band 5 level).
• Willingness to work across multiple specialty rotations and participate in a four-month rotation schedule.
• Committed to completing core competencies within the first six months of employment under the training agreement.

What we offer

• 4-month rotations across a wide range of specialties with comprehensive induction and training.
• Preceptorship, clinical supervision, and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities for audit, research, service development, external training, conferences, and secondments to higher band posts.
• A supportive environment with experienced clinicians and leaders.

About the vacancy and closing date

This advert closes on Thursday 11 Sep 2025. For more information, see the organisation page: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/