Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist - Rotational

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Llantrisant; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is seeking a Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist on a rotational basis across four sites in Wales. The role involves evaluating paediatric patients, creating evidence-based treatment plans, and contributing to service development.

You will supervise colleagues and train students, with opportunities to work in mainstream and specialist educational settings, outpatient clinics, and patients' homes.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered physiotherapist with NHS experience.
• Experience with paediatric conditions.
• Welsh language skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and identify patient problems.
• Develop highly specialised treatment plans using evidence-based practice.
• Provide supervision to colleagues and training to students.
• Work independently as part of the Paediatric team.

Skills

Team work or independent work

Welsh language skills (L3+)

Education

Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC Registration

Job description

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist - Rotational

The closing date is 18 November 2026

There is an exciting opportunity to work as part of our Paediatric Physiotherapy team in CTMUHB.

The job will provide exposure to a range of Paediatric conditions across our four sites in Princess of Wales Hospital, YCC,Royal Glamorgan and Carnegie Clinic and give opportunities to develop skills within mainstream and specialist educational settings, outpatient clinics, and patients' home environments.

The individual will work as part of an innovative team and contribute to the service development.

You will provide both supervision to your colleagues and training to students and graduate staff.

Main duties of the job

We are really excited to welcome a new Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist to the Physiotherapy team here at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.

This is a great opportunity to develop your clinical skills managing acute and chronic paediatric conditions and be part of a dynamic team of Paediatric Physiotherapists.

The post holder will be responsible for the comprehensive assessment and identification of problems of patients, including those with complex presentation, producing a highly specialised treatment plan based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of physical treatment skills.

They will be required to work independently as part of our Paediatric team, with fantastic learning opportunities.

The physiotherapy department will be looking for an HCPC registered physiotherapist who can demonstrate previous comprehensive experience of working within the field of paediatric physiotherapy and have a good working knowledge of NHS systems and procedures.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or view in Trac.

This post is advertised as Welsh DesirableWhilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of broad spectrum NHS training

Knowledge

• Experience of NHS Health Systems
• Evidence of Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapy interest/development
• Evidence of working in main stream/ special schools settings

Experience

• Broad range of Band 5 rotational experience including T&O and Respiratory
• Oncall competencies
• Band 6 Experience

Skills

• Ability to work as part of a team or independently
• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board