Specialist Physiotherapist

Sheffield Health and Social Care; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading health and social care provider in Sheffield, focusing on neurological conditions. This part-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while working within a multidisciplinary team. You'll manage a diverse caseload, provide expert advice, and contribute to service development in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization promotes a flexible working culture and offers support for all employees. If you're passionate about improving lives and advancing your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development funding

Supportive work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK driving license or alternative transport means.
• Experience in managing complex neurological needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage a community caseload of clients with complex neurological needs.
• Provide leadership and supervision to junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Client-centered approaches

Evidence-based practice

Neurological conditions expertise

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Relevant health care degree

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Hours: Part time - 22.5 hours per week. Core service hours are Mon-Fri 8.30-16.30, with Thursday designated as a core day for all staff. Job ref: 457-25-7041273. Employer: Sheffield Health & Social Care NHS Foundation Trust. Employer type: NHS. Site: LTNC building MCC, Sheffield. Salary: per annum. Closing date: 31/03/2025 23:59. Interview date: 10/04/2025.

Employer heading

NHS AfC: Band 6

About us

Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, substance misuse, primary care, and other specialist services tailored to the needs of Sheffield residents. Join our dedicated team committed to values: working together, respect and kindness, everyone counts, quality, and improving lives.

Job overview

Consider a career in Sheffield, known as ‘the outdoor city’ with a diverse population, excellent transport, vibrant local culture, and top universities offering AHP, nursing, and medical training. We offer a position in a specialist, friendly team focused on neurological conditions, ideal for those eager to contribute to service evolution and patient outcomes. The team includes physiotherapists, assistants, and other health professionals. We support continuous reflection, service development, and CPD, with significant financial backing for training. The role is for 22.5 hours weekly; candidates must be able to travel to client locations.

Main duties of the job

Manage a community caseload of clients with complex neurological needs, using specialist skills and evidence-based, client-centered approaches. Work within a multidisciplinary team, provide leadership and supervision to junior staff, and contribute to service development and innovation. Maintain high standards of clinical practice and provide expert advice within the LTNC service and Sheffield-wide.

Working for our organisation

We prioritize safety and well-being, requiring all employees to join the DBS Update Service (costs covered by the Trust). Basic DBS registration is necessary, with support available. We promote diversity, inclusion, and flexible working, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident employer, offering guaranteed interviews to qualified disabled applicants and adjustments upon request. Our staff networks support our inclusive culture.

Application process

Applicants must meet health requirements, hold a valid UK driving license or alternative transport means, and complete the application via our system, Trac. Successful candidates will undergo DBS checks and other safeguarding procedures. Communication will be via email; please check spam folders. We advise personalizing your application and supporting statement, avoiding reliance solely on AI tools, to clearly demonstrate your suitability based on real experiences.