Senior Specialist Physiotherapist - Paediatric MSK | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a motivated Physiotherapist to join their paediatric musculoskeletal team. The role involves assessing and treating young patients, leading hydrotherapy sessions, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary environment. Candidates should have a Physiotherapy degree and experience with paediatric cases. Competitive benefits and a supportive work-life balance are offered.

Benefits

On-site nurseries and childcare vouchers

Help with accommodation

On-site gym

Cinema at Guy's Hospital

Staff counselling service

Smoking cessation support

Qualifications

• Experience in managing paediatric musculoskeletal cases.
• Ability to lead a team and support a diverse group.
• Sound understanding of child development and musculoskeletal conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for musculoskeletal conditions in children.
• Lead hydrotherapy and group sessions.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary team members.

Skills

Paediatric musculoskeletal assessment

Communication with children and families

Team leadership

Education

Physiotherapy degree

Tools

Hydrotherapy equipment

Job description

Overview

Due to maternity leave, there is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic paediatric musculoskeletal physiotherapy team. We are seeking a keen and motivated individual with a passion for managing a wide range of paediatric musculoskeletal presentation. The post holder will be jointly responsible for leading the team, supporting band 6 and band 3 colleagues. They will have a sound understanding of normal child development and common musculoskeletal conditions that affect children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent assessment and treatment for children with musculoskeletal presentations from GP and tertiary referrals.
• Support rotational team members and work with physiotherapy assistants within the team.
• Prioritise referrals and manage a caseload within a busy, dynamic clinic.
• Lead hydrotherapy sessions and group sessions where appropriate.
• Work closely with colleagues in general paediatrics, orthopaedics, spinal surgery, paediatric rheumatology and chronic pain, with support from clinical specialist physiotherapists in these areas.
• Supervise undergraduate physiotherapy students and participate in teaching within the physiotherapy team and wider multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrate strong multi-disciplinary working and excellent communication with children and families with complex needs.
• Work with inpatients as required by MDT and provide a high standard physiotherapy service to paediatric musculoskeletal outpatients within the Evelina London Children’s Hospital and Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust.

Work environment and collaboration

• Work with colleagues in outpatient and inpatient settings, including close coordination with MDT members.
• Participate in teaching and supervision opportunities within the team and wider multi-disciplinary team.

Location and context

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK’s best known hospitals – Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark.

Evelina London Children’s Hospital is within walking distance of London’s Southbank, offering access to a range of restaurants, attractions and cultural sites.

Community services are based at the Mary Sheridan Centre in Lambeth and Sunshine House in Southwark, with care provided across Lambeth and Southwark.

Work-life balance and benefits

• On-site nurseries and childcare vouchers
• Help with accommodation
• Sports and social club with on-site gym at Guy's Hospital
• Cinema at Guy's Hospital
• Staff counselling service
• Stop smoking service

Application note

This advert closes on Sunday 16 Nov 2025.