Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist

Clch; Watford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist for an 8-month fixed-term post at the Holywell Rehabilitation Unit in Watford. The role involves managing an own caseload, triaging referrals, and treating stroke and neurological patients within an inpatient neuro rehab unit and community duties.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, have access to supervision and training, and participate in a 7-day service rota.

Qualifications

• Registered UK HCPC with a physiotherapist degree.
• CPD evidence and specialist training in neuro rehab.
• ACPIN membership is desirable.
• Experience in stroke/neurology rehab and multisite discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat neurological patients to plan individualised treatments.
• Work in multidisciplinary team to support safe discharge and rehab.
• Contribute to reducing length of stay with proactive planning.
• Provide supervision to Band 5 staff and students.

Skills

Neurological assessment

Stroke rehabilitation

Autonomous practice

Discharge planning

Clinical governance

Education

Physiotherapy degree

HCPC registration

CPD portfolio

ACPIN membership

Tools

Neuro-orthotics

FES

Job description

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Main area Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist Grade Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 8 months (Contract will end no later than 29th October 2027) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Including weekend working and bank holiday cover.) Job ref 824-HERTS-8331275

Site Holywell Rehabilitation Unit, Langley House Town Watford, Hertfordshire Salary £41,957 - £50,387 Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 08/11/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting!

We are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist within our inpatient neuro rehab unit in Watford, for an 8 month fixed term contract (ending 29th October 2027).

We are looking to recruit an experienced physiotherapist to the team. You will manage your own caseload as well as triaging new referrals. The caseload includes assessing and treating patients with stroke/neurological conditions, supported discharge and onwards referral to suitable community team.

Our integrated team comprises of therapists, nurses, healthcare assistants, rehab assistants as well as Voluntary sector advisors and team administrators.

You will be part of an enthusiastic, patient focused, team caring for patients in the community while working collaboratively with GPs, acute hospitals, social care and other third sector organisations.

We have a well-established structure for clinical supervision and in service training; providing you with fantastic opportunities to enhance your existing knowledge and skills. It will also support your clinical work and professional development.

As this is an inpatient role but includes community-based duties and visits, there is a requirement to hold a UK driving licence with access to a car (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

We are unfortunately unable to offer visa sponsorship for this fixed term role.

Main duties of the job

• To perform physiotherapy assessment of patients with neurological presentations on the Stroke and neuro rehabilitation pathways to develop and deliver an individualised treatment program.
• To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to facilitate positive rehab outcomes and timely, co-ordinated discharge planning.
• To fully support initiatives to reduce length of stay, including key working.
• To work flexibly, being willing to provide support on other rehabilitation wards when necessary.
• To hold responsibility for own caseload, working with and without direct supervision.
• Provide support for the clinical supervision for a rotational Band 5 physiotherapist, student physiotherapists and give direction to members of support staff.
• To undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to inform own and general Physiotherapy practice within the unit.
• To participate in a 7-day service covering weekends and bank holiday on a rota basis.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person specification

Skills & Knowledge

• Proven ability to assess and treat neurological patients with sound clinical reasoning and understanding of the rehabilitation process.
• Knowledge and experience of using a wide range of therapeutic physiotherapy interventions for the treatment of patients with stroke and neurological conditions.
• Knowledge and experience of using a range of recognized outcome measures and goal setting skills as appropriate to the rehabilitation of patients with a range of neurological conditions.
• Knowledge of barriers to communication and strategies to overcome them, including knowledge of communication difficulties encountered by neurological patients.
• Ability to communicate complex and/or sensitive information requiring empathy and reassurance.
• Good understanding of current NHS issues, professional standards, CPD, clinical governance.
• Able to work as an autonomous practitioner.
• Able to work with individuals and groups.
• Ability to problem solve, prioritize and demonstrate sound clinical reasoning.
• Good communication and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format.
• Basic IT skills – Microsoft Word, Power point, Excel
• Experience of neuro-orthotics including splinting/casting.
• Knowledge and experience in FES.
• Ability to use cognitive, behavioral and communication strategies to ensure optimal treatment outcomes and rehabilitation goals are met.
• Supervision of assistant / junior staff
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant, RCP, NICE and CSP guidelines
• Knowledge and understanding of National Service Framework for Older People
• Knowledge and experience in research and audit

Education/Qualification

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• Current UK HCPC registration
• Evidence of up-to-date CPD portfolio, aattendance at specialist short courses or equivalent CPD activities within the specialist areas of Neuro Rehabilitation.
• Member of a Special Interest Group relevant to this post such as ACPIN
• Member of a Special Interest Group relevant to this post such as ACPIN

Experience

• Previous experience as a qualified physiotherapist, with both theoretical and practical knowledge across a broad range of Band 5 rotations, including Stroke/ Neurology/Neurosciences.
• Experience of carrying out a comprehensive neurological assessment to formulate a comprehensive neurological treatment plan and goals.
• Experience of using a wide range of neuro-physiotherapeutic interventions for the treatment of patients with neurological conditions.
• Previous experience at Specialist Neuro Physiotherapist (Band 6) level in Neurology/ Stroke/ Neurosciences.
• Experience of working with patients with complex presentation which may include: Brain Injury, SCI, progressive neurological disorders.
• Experience of supervising and appraising other staff e.g. Band 5, rehabilitation assistants
• Experience of supervising physiotherapy students

Key Attributes

• To hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).
• To participate in a 7-day rota and bank holiday

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.