Rotational Physiotherapist

NHS; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks Rotational Physiotherapists for Band 5 positions within Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust. Candidates will gain valuable experience through varied hospital and community placements. Applicants must be registered with HCPC and have previous NHS experience, either as an undergraduate or postgraduate.

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC required.
• Previous NHS experience as either undergraduate or postgraduate.
• Basic understanding of Clinical Governance.

Responsibilities

• Rotational placements in MSK Outpatients, Respiratory, Stroke, etc.
• Maintain accurate clinical records.
• Participate in team decision-making and problem-solving.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Registered with HCPC

Postgraduate or undergraduate NHS experience

Job description

Go back Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Rotational Physiotherapist

The closing date is 06 July 2025

CHFT are looking for Physiotherapists to join our Band 5 rotation. We are looking to recruit to a number of positions to fill in the near future and so would welcome applications from qualified Physiotherapists.

Our rotational Physiotherapists are offered supervision and training as they move through a variety of rotations in hospital and community settings. Rotations offered include:

MSK Outpatients, Respiratory, Stroke (in-patient and community), Acute In-patients (Medicine and Surgery), Community Rehabilitation, Intermediate Care and Reablement.

Candidates must have previous NHS experience either as an under graduate or post graduate to be eligible to apply for this post.

All interviews will be conducted in person. Depending on the number of successful applicants, there may be an initial face-to-face group interview, followed by a one-on-one interview for those who progress. Successful candidates must attend both stages of the interview process.

Main duties of the job

Please refer to the job description for details of duties associated with this post and a full list of rotations

About us

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is a dynamic and successful organisation with a strong organisational and personal development focus. The trust provides a comprehensive range of secondary care services to the people of Calderdale and Huddersfield and has an exceptional reputation for delivery of service.

The Foundation Trust aims to design and implement services, policies and measures that meet the diverse needs of our service, population and workforce, ensuring that none are placed at a disadvantage over others.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description for details of duties associated with this post and a full list of rotations.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

• Registered with HCPC
• Basic understanding of Clinical Governance.
• Awareness of relevant Legislation, NSF'S/ Local and National initiatives
• Candidate must have previous NHS experience as a postgraduate or undergraduate
• Member of Professional Body

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

• Undergraduate/post graduate experience in a wide range of clinical areas
• Can demonstrate good clinical reasoning skills
• Evidence of CPD and reflective practice
• Critical Appraisal Skills
• Ability to maintain legible and accurate records.
• Previous experience working at Band 5 level.

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Demonstrates positive attitude and behaviours
• Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties
• Recognises own limitations and have willingness to share and learn from others
• Good interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work well in a team
• Ability to make decisions and problem solve when dealing with routine situations
• Ability to organise own work and caseload
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and concentrate in conditions requiring emotional demands
• Access to transport to fulfill community rotations
• Current full UK driving license

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.

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

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