Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist

The Methodist Church in Britain; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of benefits

Development opportunities and training

High Cost Area Supplement (outer)

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a Band 6 paediatric physiotherapist for Perseid Upper and Lower Schools. You will provide specialist assessment, treatment and advice to children with complex needs, working with families, school staff and the health team across school, home and clinic settings.

You will work autonomously, support physiotherapy assistants, and contribute to service development while maintaining high professional standards through HCPC and CSP registration.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in physiotherapy.
• HCPC and CSP registration required.
• Experience with paediatric populations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist paediatric physiotherapy assessment, treatment and advice to a defined caseload at Perseid special schools.
• Set goals, plan intervention and monitor its effectiveness using outcome measures.
• Assess and treat children in school, at home or in clinic as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Communicate findings and treatment plans sensitively to families and school staff.
• Write reports and provide written advice for EHCPs and Annual Reviews.
• Support and supervise physiotherapy assistants and contribute to service development.
• Deliver training and education for families and school staff.
• Take part in clinical audit and service development.

Skills

Communication skills

Org & time management

Problem solving

IT skills

Manual dexterity

Education

Degree or diploma in physiotherapy

HCPC registration

CSP registration

Job description

A Band 6 paediatric physiotherapist post in the special schools team at Perseid Upper and Lower Schools, with work carried out in school, at home and in clinic. The post holder provides specialist assessment, treatment and advice to a caseload of children and young people with severe and complex learning difficulties, working with families, school staff and the wider health team. The role is carried out autonomously without direct supervision, includes supporting physiotherapy assistants and contributes to service development. HCPC and CSP registration are required.

What the job involves

• Provide specialist paediatric physiotherapy assessment, treatment and advice to a defined caseload at Perseid special schools
• Set goals, plan intervention and monitor its effectiveness using outcome measures
• Assess and treat children in school, at home or in clinic as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Communicate assessment findings and treatment plans sensitively to families, school staff and the wider team
• Recommend, provide and advise on physiotherapy programmes, training clients, carers and school staff to carry them out
• Write reports, keep up-to-date records and provide written advice for EHCPs and Annual Reviews
• Advise on equipment, postural management, seating and wheelchair clinics and hydrotherapy, and ensure equipment safety checks
• Assist the Team Leader with planning the commissioned service, guidelines, protocols and service review
• Support and supervise other physiotherapy staff, including assistants
• Deliver training and education for families and school staff, and contribute to the clinical education of students
• Take part in clinical audit, service development and research, and keep up to date with evidence-based practice
• Liaise with the multidisciplinary team, external volunteers and statutory organisations on each child's treatment

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in physiotherapy

Registration & licences

• HCPC registration
• Registration with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Experience

• Extensive specialist experience with children and young people across a range of physiotherapy needs and settings
• Use of evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches
• Effective multidisciplinary and multiagency working
• Understanding of the principles of clinical governance

Skills & knowledge

• Range of assessment tools and therapeutic interventions for children and young people
• Knowledge of treatment modalities such as orthotics, postural management equipment and hydrotherapy
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills
• Organisation, time management, problem solving, basic IT skills and knowledge of record keeping standards

Other

• Ability to work autonomously, take initiative and delegate
• Team working, and supporting and developing other team members
• Flexible, assertive and enthusiastic, with a strong client focus and evidence of self development
• Ability to get to all sites required for the post
• Physical ability and manual handling for assessment and treatment, with high dexterity and palpatory sensory skills

Nice to have

• Relevant post-registration specialist education, postgraduate training or short courses in specialist skills
• Membership of or active involvement in specialist networks such as the Association of Chartered Paediatric Physiotherapists, or local and regional groups
• Experience of mentoring, supervising or supporting junior staff
• Experience of setting up new projects or initiatives
• Experience of delivering physiotherapy within a special school setting
• Experience of training others, both informally and through formal presentations
• Knowledge of basic audit and quality tools
• Insight into issues arising from the local health economy

What’s offered

• Wide range of benefits
• Development opportunities and training
• High Cost Area Supplement (outer), included in the pay