Senior Physiotherapist

NHS; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS foundation trust as a Physiotherapist, where you'll deliver specialist assessments and advanced treatment for patients with complex physiotherapy issues. Work within a supportive team environment and engage in clinical education, while taking on responsibilities that enhance service delivery. Experience in community settings and a passion for patient care are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy required.
• Membership with HCPC essential.
• Experience in community physiotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist physiotherapy assessments and treatment.
• Manage team members and support operational management.
• Conduct patient education on health promotion.

Skills

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Patient care

Health education

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Member of HCPC

Job description

Job summary

• To provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients with complex Physiotherapy problems as an autonomous practitioner within clinical speciality area.
• To undertake line management responsibility for staff, within the service area to provide a responsive and effective service.
• To actively support the Team Leader in the operational management of the area and service developments on a local and/or service-wide level.
• To provide clinical education and training.
• To have responsibility for specific projects or initiatives contributing to the overall delivery of the service within a clinical speciality area.

Main duties of the job

• To provide health education, health promotion and prevention advice.
• To provide specialist physiotherapy assessments over a range of conditions and complexities using advanced clinical reasoning to analyse clinical and non-clinical findings to form accurate physiotherapy diagnoses and prognoses.
• To formulate and recommend to others the best course of physiotherapy intervention and/or treatment programmes to meet the agreed goals set with the individual patient/or carer, using evidence based practice and a wide range of treatment skills and options.
• To evaluate patient progress, review goal setting and alter treatment programmes as required.
• To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication methods to communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation potential.
• To overcome barriers to appropriate rehabilitation, including communication difficulties, anxiety or motivation.
• To ensure that patient's privacy and dignity are respected at all times

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-PHN-0177-1

Job locations

Tickhill Road Hospital

Tickhill Road

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

Job description Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Job description Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Person Specification Essential Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• Member of HCPC
• Experience in the community
• Experience working with falls patients/older adults
• Supervising junior/support staff

Desirable

• Experience within the NHS
• Work in collaboration with others
• Experience of project work

Person Specification Essential Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• Member of HCPC
• Experience in the community
• Experience working with falls patients/older adults
• Supervising junior/support staff

Desirable

• Experience within the NHS
• Work in collaboration with others
• Experience of project work

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Tickhill Road Hospital

Tickhill Road

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Tickhill Road Hospital

Tickhill Road

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)