Specialist Children's Community Physiotherapist

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health service provider in London is seeking a qualified Physiotherapist for the Children's Physiotherapy Team. The position involves managing a diverse caseload (ages 0-19) to ensure children with disabilities receive vital support. Applicants should hold a Physiotherapy degree, be HCPC registered, and have experience in community or pediatric settings. The role promotes independence and collaboration with families, providing therapy in schools, hospitals, and homes. This full-time position offers a salary range of £46,419 to £55,046, with excellent development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working in community physio or paediatrics.
• Experience supervising junior staff or therapy assistants.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients aged 0-19 with disabilities.
• Deliver interventions across various settings.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Handling children with LD/PD

Work with static, mobile and specialist equipment

Excellent interpersonal skills

Analytical and reflective skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC registered

Evidence of CPD courses

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced individual to become a pivotal part of our innovative and friendly team, serving the diverse communities of the City of London and Hackney. The Hackney Ark Children's Physiotherapy Team is a forward‑thinking service committed to supporting children with disabilities and their families so they can realise their potential and participate and play in their own environment.

Main Duties

Therapy intervention is goal‑led, client‑centred and flexible. Interventions may be delivered across a variety of settings: Hackney Ark (The Child Development and Disability Service), Homerton Hospital, early‑years settings, community settings, nurseries, mainstream and special schools, and in clients’ homes. Evening or weekend work may be required to support school or community events.

The postholder will manage a varied caseload of clients aged 0‑19 with a range of MSK and physical disabilities, together with a specialist area as part of the internal Band 6 rotations, which include:

• Orthotics and visual gait analysis
• MSK
• Universal work / Health Integration team (HIT) rotation (working with the multidisciplinary team to improve access to leisure and community activities)
• Special school rotation
• Early years & neonatal intensive care unit

You will also manage junior staff including Band 5 staff, assistants and students, and work closely with senior physiotherapists to review and develop the service as a whole.

About Us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high‑performing organisation serving Hackney, East London, the City, and beyond. We are proud that Homerton Hospital recently attained the “Outstanding” rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services and a range of specialist services. We are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and fair recruitment standards. We also value the development of our staff and offer a generous benefits package. Homerton is proudly listed in the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Key Details

• Position: Physiotherapist – Children’s Physiotherapy (Band 6)
• Contract: Permanent, Full‑time
• Salary: £46,419 to £55,046 a year (based on agenda for change)
• Locations: Hackney Ark / Homerton Hospital, London (E8 2FP)
• Reference Number: 293‑CCS‑0815
• Date Posted: 19 December 2025

Person Specification

Education & Qualification – Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registered
• Evidence of CPD courses

Education & Qualification – Desirable

• Member of CSP
• NHS experience
• Clinical educator course
• Member of special interest groups

Skills & Abilities – Essential

• Handling children with LD/PD
• Work with static, mobile and specialist equipment
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Work with families who may be in crisis
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and problem‑solving skills
• Analytical and reflective skills
• Attention to detail, presentation skills (verbal and written)
• Organisational and prioritisation skills

Skills & Abilities – Desirable

• Speaker of a relevant community language

Experience – Essential

• Experience working in community physio or paediatrics
• Experience networking with other specialists and agencies
• Experience supervising junior staff, students, or therapy assistants
• Participation in service development, policy initiatives, QI projects

Experience – Desirable

• Other relevant experience in child care or educational settings

Knowledge – Essential

• Knowledge of a range of therapeutic interventions and ability to compare benefits
• Knowledge of standardised assessment tools and outcome measures relevant to children
• In‑depth knowledge of child development
• Highly developed clinical reasoning skills
• Knowledge of clinical risk monitoring and management
• Understanding of clinical governance, audit, research and evidence‑based practice
• Understanding of other professionals’ roles
• Knowledge of record‑keeping standards
• Competence in prescribing, adjusting and fitting paediatric equipment and aids
• Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to children’s physiotherapy

Other Essential

• Ability and willingness to travel around the borough
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Able to respond to external demands and work flexibly

Trust Values – Essential

• Demonstrates Trust values

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcomed and will be considered alongside other applications.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.