Senior Specialist Physiotherapist

Merco Medical Staffing Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected neurological care centre in Ipswich is seeking a Senior Specialist Physiotherapist to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services. This role involves assessments, treatment planning, and supervising junior staff while promoting evidence-based practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in neurology and be HCPC registered. A competitive salary and numerous benefits, including 38 days of annual leave, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

38 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Free on-site parking

Ongoing training and CPD opportunities

Eye care vouchers

Structured career progression

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is mandatory.
• CSP membership or similar required.
• Experience in neurology/stroke/head injury rehab essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide a senior-level physiotherapy service including assessments.
• Develop tailored treatment plans for various conditions.
• Supervise and train junior staff to uphold best practices.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Assessment skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma/BSc in Physiotherapy

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!