Rotational Physiotherapist

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust; Buxton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is seeking a Band 5 Rotational Physiotherapist to join our responsive and supportive teams across the High Peak and Derbyshire Dales.

You will rotate every 6 months between in-patient, community and MSK outpatient physiotherapy settings, delivering high-quality care to adults and contributing to multi-disciplinary teams. A BSc/Diploma in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration are required.

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC and a BSc/Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• Evidence of CPD.
• Relevant clinical courses and ability to travel across a wide geographical area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality physiotherapy treatments to adults in multiple care settings.
• Undertake assessments and adapt to changing patient and service needs.
• Be an integral member of the Integrated Care Team delivering multidisciplinary care.
• Maintain professional development and registration.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Use of SystmOne IT System

Education

BSc/Diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Main area Rotational Physiotherapist Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract 12 months (Fixed Term) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (weekends possible) Job ref 842-CCS-7871-26

Site Cavendish Hospital Town Buxton Salary £29,970 - £36,483 pa, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 06/11/2026 23:59

The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

Be outstanding – join an outstanding team!

Job overview

Ready for a new job?

Are you interested, in being part of a responsive, innovative and dynamic service, delivering therapeutic patient care in constantly changing environments?

We are looking for Physiotherapists to join our band 5 rotation working in friendly teams that are based across the High Peak and Derbyshire Dales.

You will rotate every 6 months between the in-patient community hospital/ Community Support Unit, community rehab/ rapid response and MSK out-patient physiotherapy teams.

This post is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified physiotherapist to develop their skills and knowledge working within supportive environments.

You will need to have a BSc/Diploma in physiotherapy and be registered with the HCPC or an undergraduate student nearing course completion.

Due to the nature of the role, the post holder must be able to travel across a wide geographical area, often with equipment, and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.

Some of the teams operate over a 7-day service.

If you can demonstrate good communication skills, have the ability to plan and organise, competent, evidence based clinical care delivery we want to hear from you.

As a clinical employee it will be your responsibility to ensure that your behaviour and values reflect those set out in the DCHS Way.

Main duties of the job

To deliver high-quality physiotherapy treatments to adults with a complex variety of conditions working across a variety of community care / rotational settings within the High peak and Derbyshire Dales localities.

To undertake assessments of adults who are referred to the Integrated Care Teams and services requiring physiotherapy input and to be able to adapt to ever changing patient and service needs.

To be an integral member of the Integrated Care Team (ICT) delivering high quality, multi-disciplinary health and wellbeing interventions.

To be an active member of the wider Physiotherapy workforce of Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust and willing to work wherever the service requires.

To be responsible for maintaining competency to practice through maintenance of professional registration, Continuous Professional Development activities and main a portfolio which reflects personal and professional development and evidence of learning beyond registration.

Working for our organisation

Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.

We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people’s own homes and via virtual consultations.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Person specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

• Registered with the HCPC
• Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy
• Evidence of CPD
• Relevant clinical courses

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Use of TPP SystmOne IT System

Experience and Knowledge Required

• Experience of working in a physiotherapy team
• Good understanding of the National Health Agenda / Relevant national standards
• Understanding of partnership working with statutory and voluntary agencies
• Experience of clinical audit / research
• Evidence of varied Clinical experience during training as a student or within existing role
• Experience of working in multi-disciplinary team / within community or Intermediate Care Team

Other

• Ability to travel

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff. We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year.

We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre. Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community. As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young.

DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign. The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer.

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Our vision is to see the health of local communities improve through partnership working, putting people at the centre and looking to the future.

Our values:

1) To get the basics right - For Each other, local people and communities

2) To act with compassion and respect - For Each other, local people and communities

3) To make a positive difference - For each other, local people and communities

4) To value and develop teamwork - With our partners and within DCHS

5) To value diversity and inclusivity - Of each other, local people and communities.

The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff.

We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis. If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly.

If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or [e-mail] and we will be happy to provide assistance.

Please note - if we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate’s individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety.

Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that’s job share, part time or another flexible pattern.

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 Daniel Stevenson Job title Integrated Community Team Leader Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 07771 334 510 Additional information

Alison Madley - Clinical Lead Physiotherapist

07880 264 976

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