Senior Physiotherapist

Provide CIC; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused health service organization in Chelmsford is seeking a motivated Physiotherapist to join a skilled team in delivering comprehensive stroke rehabilitation. You will work across community and rehabilitation settings, managing a diverse caseload while promoting high standards of care. The role emphasizes teamwork, clinical reasoning, and the support of students and therapy assistants. A degree in Physiotherapy and a passion for enabling independence are essential. This position offers a robust opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Motivated and dynamic Physiotherapist passionate about enabling independence.
• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality stroke rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an integrated multi-disciplinary team in the service.
• Promote and develop a high-quality Physiotherapy service for patients.
• Manage a complex caseload with client-centred rehabilitation.
• Provide supervision to therapy assistants and physiotherapy students.
• Engage in clinical projects, service development, and audits.

Skills

Strong team player

Knowledge-based clinical reasoning

Active engagement in Continuing Professional Development

Education

Physiotherapy degree

Job description

About Provide Stroke Rehabilitation Service

Provide Stroke Rehabilitation Service supports 25 inpatient stroke beds and a well‑established Early Supported Discharge Service. We partner with Acute Stroke Units, Social Care and the Stroke Association to deliver seamless, high‑quality stroke rehabilitation. Our Nursing and Therapy teams, supported by Stroke Psychologists and Medical Practitioners, provide a progressive service showcasing true multi‑interdisciplinary working. Our philosophy encourages staff participation at all levels and identifies opportunities for service and career development.

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of stroke‑skilled professionals to create a seamless end‑to‑end pathway for stroke patients. The post holder will work across Early Supported Discharge (Community Stroke) and the Stroke Rehabilitation Unit in Brentwood, providing an excellent chance to work across the community pathway and focus on the delivery of the ICSS model 2022.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of an integrated multi‑disciplinary team within the Stroke Rehabilitation service based at Brentwood Community Hospital.
• Promote, maintain and develop a high‑quality, efficient and effective Physiotherapy service for patients referred to the Mid‑Essex Stroke Rehabilitation service, in accordance with team philosophy and operational policies.
• Manage a complex caseload using knowledge‑based clinical reasoning, critical thinking, reflection and analysis to support assessments and a client‑centred, goal‑orientated rehabilitation programme.
• Participate actively in the stroke team, specific clinical projects, and service development, audit and review activities as agreed with the Team Leader.
• Provide supervision to therapy assistants and physiotherapy students during on‑placement in the service.
• Contribute to induction and training for junior staff, therapy assistants, students, other disciplines and carers.
• Engage in Continuing Professional Development.

Qualifications & Experience

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic Physiotherapist who is passionate about enabling people to regain independence, a strong team player, and committed to delivering the highest standard of stroke rehabilitation.

About Provide

Provide is a Community Interest Company (social enterprise) that delivers a broad range of health and social care services in the community. The organisation is employee‑owned, with profits reinvested locally or into services. We work in community hospitals, clinics, schools, nursing homes, primary care settings and patients' homes across Essex, Dorset, East Anglia and the North of England.

Our Values

Vision: Transforming Lives
Values: Care, Innovation and Compassion
Mission: An ambitious, employee‑owned social enterprise, growing in size and influence, which transforms lives by treating, caring and educating people.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Provide is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, and is proud to have LGBT+ and Ethnic Minority Networks.