Rotational Physiotherapist

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A major health institution in Wythenshawe is seeking a band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist for a full-time rotational position. You will work across various teams delivering care to older patients, managing complex cases, and supporting community services. The ideal candidate will possess strong assessment and therapeutic skills and have experience in general rehabilitation. This position offers competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Require a UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business purposes.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Membership of relevant special interest groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to older patients and manage complex comorbidities.
• Support timely assessment of patients at home during discharge.
• Provide same-day assessment for individuals facing health crises.

Skills

Generic assessment skills

Therapeutic skills

Ability to manage a complex caseload

Community care experience

Education

Honours degree or relevant qualification in Physiotherapy

Professional registration

Job description

Rotational Physiotherapist

The closing date is 05 January 2026

We are excited to be advertising for a band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist rotation between Wythenshawe Hospital’s Older Persons Assessment and Liaison (OPAL) and Integrated Assessment Team (IAT), and South Manchester’s Community Response Services of Discharge to Assess (D2A) and Crisis response.

We are advertising for 1 permanent, full‑time position, and are looking for someone with exceptional generic assessment and therapeutic skills, who is motivated to deliver care of the highest quality through personal and professional development and collaborative multidisciplinary working. Applicants are required to hold a UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle for business purposes.

• Wythenshawe Hospital’s OPAL/IAT
• South Manchester D2A Team
• South Manchester Crisis Response Team

Main duties of the job

The OPAL/IAT rotation delivers high‑quality care to patients across the Emergency Department, Acute Frailty Unit and the Acute Medical Unit. The aim is to improve outcomes for older patients living with frailty through proactive early assessment and management of complex comorbidities, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions, supporting early discharge and accessing appropriate community services. This rotation requires respiratory ward‑level competency.

The Crisis Response Team supports people with a health or social care crisis to stay at home and avoid unnecessary hospital admission. We provide same‑day assessment by our integrated, multidisciplinary team to make safe and stable decisions. We can support at home for 48 hours.

The Discharge to Assess Team supports timely assessment of patients at home at the point of discharge to identify health and social care needs that can be delivered in the community for up to 7 days. The team works from 8 am until 8 pm, 7 days per week.

Applicants should be highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced clinicians. You will consolidate knowledge and develop clinical and non‑clinical skills within a supportive environment and be actively involved in the development of the service, supervision of junior staff and student education.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000‑plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. MFT is the largest provider of specialist services and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. We are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation and continuous improvement. Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working – empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Registration

• Professional registration
• Honours degree or relevant qualification in Physiotherapy
• Evidence of continuing professional development, including relevant attendance at postgraduate courses and conferences within the clinical speciality
• Membership of relevant special interest groups

Experience

• Evidence of experience with a broad range of general rehabilitation conditions
• Significant band 5 experience
• Ability to manage a complex caseload
• Hold a UK driving licence or access to a vehicle
• Previous community experience
• Experience at Band 6 level
• Involvement in audit and research
• Experience of supervision
• Experience of quality improvement

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£38,682 to £46,580 a year (per annum, pro rata)