Rotational Physiotherapist | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Wythenshawe is seeking a Rotational Band 6 Physiotherapist to join their dynamic team. The role involves advanced patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and supporting junior staff. A postgraduate background in physiotherapy and a team-oriented attitude are essential. This position offers a rotation across various clinical areas and is committed to promoting diversity and equality in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Broad range of postgraduate experience in physiotherapy.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, dynamic individuals.

Responsibilities

• Undertake advanced assessments of patients.
• Develop and deliver treatment programmes.
• Support junior staff and team leaders.

Skills

Advanced physiotherapeutic assessments

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Job description

Rotational Band 6 Physiotherapist

We have an exciting opportunity for Rotational Band 6 Physiotherapists at our Wythenshawe site. We are looking for enthusiastic, forward‑thinking and dynamic physiotherapists to join our Band 6 rotations, with the ability to work flexibly and well as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake advanced physiotherapeutic assessments of patients with a diverse and often complex presentation.
• Develop and deliver individual treatment programmes, and plan safe and timely discharges.
• Manage your own caseload alongside supporting more junior staff, assistants, students and team leaders.
• Support, appraise and educate more junior staff, rehabilitation assistants and students.
• Support your team leaders and deputise as required.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and staff, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
• Work as part of the therapy team and wider MDT, demonstrating excellent communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality, dignity and professionalism at all times.
• Participate in the weekend and on‑call rotations as departmental policy.
• Maintain your professional standards of practice and codes of conduct, and ensure any staff under your supervision do the same.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must have a broad range of postgraduate experience. They should also be enthusiastic, motivated, dynamic and a team player.

Benefits and Working Practices

Rotations are currently 8 monthly and provide a wide variety of clinical opportunities including Cardiothoracic Surgery, Burns and Plastics, General Surgery, Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Stroke Rehabilitation, Orthopaedics, Thoracic Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis, Long‑Term Ventilation, Complex Health & Medicine, Complex Airways and Community Respiratory Team.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

Application Deadline

This advert closes on Wednesday 22 Oct 2025.