Rotational Physiotherapist

Sussexcommunity; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to transforming patient care through innovative rehabilitation services. This role offers the chance to work in various acute and community settings, focusing on personalized care and faster recovery. With a strong emphasis on professional development, new graduates are welcomed to apply. Enjoy a supportive environment that values your contributions while you help shape the future of healthcare. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of patients and communities.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Staff Discount Schemes

On-site Nurseries

Access to Occupational Health

Staff Restaurants

On-site Staff Accommodation

Free Psychological Support

Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Pre-registered BSc/MSc Physiotherapist with HCPC registration.
• Evidence of continued professional development required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in six-monthly rotation scheme across various settings.
• Deliver high-quality services to the local population.

Skills

Physiotherapy Assessment

Manual Physiotherapy Techniques

Therapeutic Handling

Client-Centered Goals

Core Physiotherapy Skills

Education

BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy

Current HCPC Registration

Post Graduate Qualification

Job description

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust: Investing in Rehabilitation and Home First services to deliver 'The Art of the Possible'

At East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (ESHT), we're not just imagining a better future for healthcare--we're building it.

We are committed to improving outcomes for patients, and driven by a quality improvement approach we're rethinking what's possible for patient care through a bold and forward-looking plan. We are investing in our Acute Therapy, Urgent Community Response, and Virtual Ward services.

As part of our "Art of the Possible" vision, we're delivering rehabilitation and care that is:

Closer to home

Faster to access

Seamlessly coordinated

Built around our patients

Our Home First and Virtual Ward models are at the heart of this transformation--enabling people to recover in their own homes with hospital-level support, surrounded by comfort, dignity, and expert care.

? This means:

Faster recovery and fewer hospital admissions

Truly personalised care, wherever it's needed

Greater independence and better outcomes for our communities

But innovation doesn't happen without passionate people. That's why we're investing not just in services--but in you.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicants will participate in our six-monthly rotation scheme and will have the opportunity to work across a range of acute, intermediate rehab and community settings. The role involves close working with other members of the MDT and requires motivation and skill to deliver the high-quality services to the local population. Rotations on offer include respiratory, MSK outpatients (including aquatic therapy), neurology (including ABI and stroke rehabilitation), orthopaedics, amputee management, joint community rehabilitation, and rehabilitative services.There is a comprehensive in-service education programme within the physiotherapy service and staff are encouraged to attend postgraduate courses. New graduates will be supported through the AHP preceptorship programme led by the Practice Educator team and additional support can be offered by the Pastoral Support Officer.Due to our proactive recruitment process we welcome applications from BSc and MSc students who are due to complete their physiotherapy course in 2024.

About us

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at EDGH and Conquest, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

Job responsibilities

Your Next Opportunity Starts Here

Were recruiting now for talented individuals to join our expanding teams in both acute and community settings.

Were looking for: Occupational Therapists Physiotherapists Speech and Language Therapists Dietitians Registered Nurses Support Workers across Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Dietetics & Nursing

Multiple roles available across Agenda for Change bandings, with flexible options to suit your lifestyle and ambitions.

Why Choose ESHT?

NHS Pension Scheme Staff discount schemes On-site nurseries Access to Occupational Health Staff restaurants on acute sites Forward-thinking, supportive teams A real chance to shape the future of healthcare

This is more than just a job. It's your opportunity to be part of a transformational journey, where innovation meets compassion, and where your ideas and impact truly matter.

Ready to take the next step? Explore our vacancies and apply today![Insert careers page link]

Want to chat before you apply? Reach out to our friendly team:

Nigel Ellens, Service Manager Acute Therapy: [e-mail] Claire Lockwood, Service Manager Urgent Community Response: [e-mail] Amy Marsden, Service Manager Virtual Ward: [e-mail] Laura Jones, Head of SLT: [e-mail] Hannah Perry, Service Manager Dietetics: [e-mail]

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Pre registered BSc/MSc Physiotherapist
• Current registration with HCPC
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Post graduate qualification in relevant area

Experience

• Full range of undergraduate placements
• Experience within a variety of settings
• Experience of using client-centred goals
• Experience of Band 5 Rotations, or assistant work
• Experience of working in Healthcare

Knowledge/Skills

• Confident with core physiotherapy skills
• The ability to carry out physiotherapy assessment and intervention incorporating manual physiotherapy techniques, therapeutic handling and safe use of equipment, using the skills of highly developed dexterity, co-ordination and palpatory senses
• Awareness of current developments within the NHS
• Ability to deal sensitively with patients who have high level of anxiety and aggression caused by pain, dementia, mental health issues or limited mobility
• Ability to cover respiratory on call

Other

• Ability to travel independantly between sites

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£29,970 to £36,483 a yearper annum, pro rata