Specialist Physiotherapist

NHS; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Job summary

We're seeking a Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist with a passion for neuro rehabilitation to join the team at Walkergate Park. Our specialist neurological service is comprised of dedicated inpatient and community multi-disciplinary teams. The post is rotational and will involve working in inpatients at Walkergate Park and the community Regional Disability Team/Multiple Sclerosis Team. The post could also include some work into the regional affective disorder service based at St Nicholas Hospital.

The successful candidates will be supported to develop their neuro physiotherapy skills in order to provide specialist physiotherapy assessmentand rehabilitation for patients with complex neurological conditions. The successful candidates will provide rehabilitation to patients from acrossthe region, who present with a range of neurological conditions including Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, Guillain-Barre syndrome and MultipleSclerosis. The service has a robust supervision structure and the post holders will benefit from access to regular in service training to supportdevelopment of their specialist skills.

For this post you will need to be HCPC registered with a degree/diploma in Physiotherapy and have relevant experience in neuro rehabilitation. You will have knowledge of a range of neurological conditions and an understanding of the rehabilitation process.

Please contact us if you would like more information about the post. Planned start date: August 2025

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the specialist assessment, management and physiotherapy service provision for service users who have a variety of complex physiotherapy needs, diverse presentations and a range of mental health, learning disabilities and / or Neurological conditions.

To manage and provide on-going specialist physiotherapy assessment andtreatment using evidence based practice.

The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team ensuring that high quality, individualised care is delivered and that thismaximises independence and promotes recovery and wellbeing.

To facilitate the delivery of Physiotherapy Student Education within the clinical setting.

To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.

To provide clinical supervision and leadership to staff as delegated by the team lead

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet thedemands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Date posted

22 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

263-SCG25-064-LB

Job locations

Walkergate Park

Benfield Road

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE6 4QD

Job description Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 22nd April 2025

Closing date : 28th April 2025

We welcome your application.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 22nd April 2025

Closing date : 28th April 2025

We welcome your application.

Person Specification Person specification Essential

• Recognised Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent
• Registered with HCPC

Desirable

• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Experience Essential

• Relevant Physiotherapy Experience with evidence of neurology experience
• Experience of or awareness of MDT working

Desirable

• Member of ACPIN

Skills Essential

• Experience of assessment and treatment of neurological conditions including brain injury
• Evidence of patient centred approach and knowledge of goal setting
• Awareness of the impact of behaviour and cognitive problems on rehabilitation
• Meets the mobility requirements of the post.

Desirable

• Evidence of post graduate neurology course
• Experience of student and Physiotherapy assistant supervision
• Experience of contributing to in-service training
• Knowledge of audit and research, and implications for service provision

Person Specification Person specification Essential

• Recognised Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent
• Registered with HCPC

Desirable

• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Experience Essential

• Relevant Physiotherapy Experience with evidence of neurology experience
• Experience of or awareness of MDT working

Desirable

• Member of ACPIN

Skills Essential

• Experience of assessment and treatment of neurological conditions including brain injury
• Evidence of patient centred approach and knowledge of goal setting
• Awareness of the impact of behaviour and cognitive problems on rehabilitation
• Meets the mobility requirements of the post.

Desirable

• Evidence of post graduate neurology course
• Experience of student and Physiotherapy assistant supervision
• Experience of contributing to in-service training
• Knowledge of audit and research, and implications for service provision

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Walkergate Park

Benfield Road

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE6 4QD

Employer's website

https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Walkergate Park

Benfield Road

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE6 4QD

Employer's website

https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)