Rotational Physiotherapist

NHS Scotland; Crosshouse; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Rotational Physiotherapist (Band 5) to work across community and acute services in Ayrshire and Arran. The post is 36 hours per week, permanent, with on-call evenings and weekends. A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, deliver patient-centred care, and develop core competencies through varied rotations across clinical areas. HCPC registration and a physiotherapy degree are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration.
• Newly qualified applicants are welcome; NHS experience is desirable.
• Excellent communication, time management and ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with electronic patient records is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy across musculoskeletal, inpatient and rehabilitation settings.
• Assess, plan and implement individualized treatment programmes to promote recovery and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and participate in supervision and in-service training.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team and participate in on-call rota; car access is essential.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registered

Tools

Electronic patient records

Job description

NHS Scotland

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who We Are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

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Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Rotational Physiotherapist within our Physiotherapy Departments rotating through a variety of community and Acute services across NHS Ayrshire & Arran

Hours

36 Hours per week: Monday – Friday with participation in the out of hours on-call rota at evenings and weekends. This post is offered on a permanent basis

UK Driving Licence

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

What You Will Do

The Band 5 Rotational Physiotherapist is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy care across a range of clinical specialties, including musculoskeletal, inpatient, and rehabilitation settings. The role involves assessing, planning, and implementing individualised treatment programmes to promote recovery, improve function, and support discharge planning. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contribute to service development, and participate in clinical supervision and in-service training. Rotations are designed to develop core competencies and broaden clinical experience, The physiotherapist is expected to maintain accurate clinical records, adhere to professional standards, and ensure safe and effective care delivery. Band 5 physiotherapists are expected to participate in the Ayrshire on call rota, so car access is essential to this role.

Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post

Applicants must hold a degree in Physiotherapy and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). The role requires a sound understanding of physiotherapy principles and evidence-based practice across a variety of clinical areas. While previous NHS experience is desirable, newly qualified physiotherapists are encouraged to apply. Essential skills include effective communication, time management, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. The post holder should demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development, reflective practice, and be willing to engage in supervision and training activities. Basic IT skills and familiarity with electronic patient records are also required. Candidates should demonstrate examples of evidenced based practice and autonomous working.

RIGHT TO WORK / CERTIFICATES OF SPONSORSHIP

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by‑case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre‑employment checks.

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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.

If you want to find out more about the role, enquiries are welcomed by the Physiotherapy Service managers via email on [e-mail]