Rotational Physiotherapist

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals; Epsom; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist to join our Neurorehabilitation team at Epsom General Hospital. The post offers a varied rotation across Hyper Acute Stroke, Acute Stroke, inpatient rehabilitation, early supported discharge, and community neuro services.

The role suits an experienced Band 6 or a Band 5 ready to progress, with stroke and neuro experience expected.

Qualifications

• Broad range of experience in the similar role.
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team working.
• Demonstrates CPD and the use of evidence-based practice.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies, practices and health and safety.
• Experience supervising junior staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high standard physiotherapy service to adult inpatients.
• Assess and treat own caseload with complex presentations.
• Supervise and teach junior staff and students.
• Undertake evidence-based projects and audits.
• Assist Band 7 by monitoring caseloads and referrals.
• Liaise effectively with other disciplines.

Skills

Effective communication

Prioritisation

Team collaboration

IT proficiency

Teaching skills

Leadership

Clinical judgement under pressure

Education

Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC Registration

Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Member of relevant special interest group

Tools

EMIS

SystmOne

Microsoft Office

Job description

Main area Neurorehabilitation Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Job ref 343-SDH&C-8233302

Site Epsom General Hospital Town Epsom Salary £45,953 - £54,254 Pro Rata Per Annum inc Outer HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 20/09/2026 23:59

Job overview

Surrey Downs H&C

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist looking to develop your expertise in neurorehabilitation? We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist to join our friendly, supportive, and dynamic team.

This role is ideal for an experienced Band 6 or a Band 5 physiotherapist ready to progress, provided you have some stroke and neuro experience, whether through previous rotations or clinical placements.

We have an established band 6 Neuro rotation which offers experience in the following areas: Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; Acute Stroke Unit; Inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation; Early Supported Discharge Team and Community Neuro Rehabilitation Service.

Main duties of the job

• To provide a high standard physiotherapy service to adult inpatients within the Trust
• To assess and treat own caseload of patients, who may have complex presentation, and maintains associated records, as an autonomous practitioner
• To supervise and teach recently qualified physiotherapists/physiotherapy assistants/students and involvement in teaching MDT staff.
• To undertake evidence-based projects, including recommendations for change in practice and may participate in departmental research and audit
• To assist the Band 7 Physiotherapist by monitoring caseloads, recording statistics and prioritising referrals as required
• To liaise effectively with other disciplines

Competence in rehabilitation is required, with time spent in stroke and neurorehabilitation desirable.

We offer frequent supervision; regular development reviews and access to band-relevant support groups to ensure you feel supported and continue to develop professionally. Opportunity will be provided to develop leadership skills within a supportive environment.

Please note: A valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes are essential for this role due to community-based visits.

Working for our organisation

Surrey Downs Health and Care deliver care closer to people’s own communities through our Primary Care Networks, Community Hospitals, Specialist Services and our innovative partnership of local NHS organisations.

Surrey Downs Health and Care has a track record of providing person centered care that goes beyond organisational boundaries to do what is best for the individual. This partnership includes:

• The three GP federations GP Health Partners, Dorking Health Care and Surrey Medical Network representing practices that operate in the Surrey Downs area
• Epsom and St Helier’s University Hospitals NHS Trust

Historically, there have been boundary lines between the organisations that provide care to people in their homes, in GP surgeries and in hospitals, but we have always been united in our mission to provide great care to the people who need us.

It’s on those grounds that the Surrey Downs Health and Care was formed – we want local people to receive the care that they need in the right environment. By bringing together our expertise, we can improve patient care and enable local people to access the right support, care and treatment more easily than ever before.

In bringing this partnership together, we are working to the same set of values that will translate into better care for our residents.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Person specification

Knowledge

• Broad range of experience in the similar role
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team working
• Ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD and the use of evidence-based practice.
• Knowledge and experience of management of elderly patients, including those with falls, dementia and/or delirium
• Experience in supervising junior staff members and students
• Work across the Neuro pathway - acute, inpatient rehab or community
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of safeguarding policies, practices, procedures, and associated
• Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety issues and responsibilities

Qualifications

• Degree/ Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• Member of relevant special interest group

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective prioritisation and management of workload independently
• Adaptable and flexible, with a strong ability to collaborate effectively within a team
• Proficient in essential IT functions, including the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Teaching and presentation skills
• Demonstrates excellent leadership ability and motivational skills
• Ability to cope in potentially stressful and distressing situations, maintaining clinical judgement under pressure

Personal Characteristics

• Strong interpersonal skills to work with patients, carers and colleagues
• Able to maintain high standards of confidentiality
• Physically capable of performing required clinical duties in line with the Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
• Holds a full UK driving licence with access to a car for work purposes
• Experience of working with EMIS, SystmOne, etc.
• Flexible to meet service demand
• Maintains a professional and presentable appearance

Safeguarding and DBS Checks

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. For roles with direct access to these groups, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. All staff are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role.

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 Evelyn Umukoro Job title Stroke Therapies Operational Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 07887 585 705 Additional information

Clare Oakley - Stroke Therapies Clinical Lead - [e-mail]