Senior Specialist Physiotherapist

Merco Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable neurological care centre in Ipswich seeks a Senior Specialist Physiotherapist to provide expert physiotherapy services for individuals recovering from neurological conditions. The role entails conducting assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and leading clinical practices within a collaborative team environment. Essential requirements include a Diploma/BSc in Physiotherapy, HCPC registration, and experience in neurology rehabilitation. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Free on-site parking

Ongoing training and CPD opportunities

Eye care vouchers

Long service awards

Staff recognition initiatives

Supportive team culture

Structured career progression

Qualifications

• Clinical experience in neurology/stroke/head injury rehabilitation.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex assessments and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Maximise service users' independence and physical function.
• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to junior staff.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Assessment skills

Supervising/training junior staff

Education

Diploma/BSc in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

CSP membership

Job description

Make a lasting impact in neurorehabilitation.

Merco is proud to be working in partnership with a respected neurological care centre in Ipswich to recruit a Senior Specialist Physiotherapist. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team supporting individuals recovering from brain injuries, neurological conditions, and complex care needs.

You will work alongside psychologists, occupational therapists, SLTs, nurses, music therapists, orthotists, therapy assistants, and rehabilitation support workers within a warm and collaborative environment that values professional growth and compassionate care.
About the Role
You ll be responsible for providing a senior-level physiotherapy service, including assessment, treatment planning, and the implementation of person-centred care programmes. Working across both the rehabilitation and complex care units, you ll treat a variety of presentations ranging from post-stroke rehabilitation to long-term neurological conditions like Parkinson s and Huntington s disease.

You ll also be involved in clinical supervision, training of junior staff, and contributing to service development to ensure best practice is consistently achieved.
Key Responsibilities

• Conduct complex assessments and develop tailored treatment plans
• Maximise service users independence and physical function
• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to junior staff and therapy support workers
• Maintain accurate, secure records in line with professional standards
• Liaise effectively with wider health and social care professionals
• Lead on local training initiatives and promote evidence-based physiotherapy practice

Requirements
Essential:

• Diploma/BSc in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration
• CSP membership (or similar)
• Clinical experience in neurology/stroke/head injury rehab
• Evidence of CPD and experience in supervising/training junior staff
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills

Desirable:

• Experience in Respiratory Physiotherapy
• Membership of specialist groups (ACPIN or ACPOPC) or willingness to join

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary: £46,148 to £52,809 DOE
• 38 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• Eye care vouchers, long service awards & staff recognition initiatives
• Supportive team culture and structured career progression

Apply today and dont miss out on this amazing opportunity!