Specialist Physiotherapist - Neurology and Stroke

NHS; Truro; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Specialist Physiotherapist for the Stroke and Neurology Team at Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust. This permanent position involves providing high-quality neurological physiotherapy to patients, participating in flexible 7-day working, and contributing to clinical discussions. The role requires a degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration, along with extensive experience in acute settings. Additionally, opportunities for training and career development are available.

Benefits

AHP Future Leaders Programme

Opportunities for research and training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent required.
• HCPC registration is essential.
• Comprehensive experience in acute hospital settings with a focus on stroke and neurology.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Physiotherapy service to patients.
• Conduct specialist neurological assessments and treatment.
• Maintain patient records autonomously.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Presentation Skills

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent

Health Care Professions Council registration

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Specialist Physiotherapist to join our friendly, busy Stroke and Neurology Team at the Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust. This is a permanent post, working 37.5 hours per week based within the Stroke and Neurology team. This post will initially be based at Marie Therese House, our Neuro rehab unit in Hayle. It is the intention that this post will be part of a Stroke and Neurology speciality rotation, that will cover Marie Therese House, Tintagel Neurology ward and the Acute stroke unit. Developing this rotation is a work in progress.

We are looking for a team member who can provide decisive and effective neurological physiotherapy input.

This post includes flexible 7 day working to cover the weekend rota and evening on call respiratory duties.

We can offer you opportunities to engage in research, training, coaching and career development. We have links to the local higher education institutions, and have also developed local learning opportunities. In particular, we offer an excellent 'AHP Future Leaders Programme', which has been praised by Suzanne Rastrick, Chief AHP Officer.

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard Physiotherapy service to patients at Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust.

To provide specialist neurological assessment, treatment, and goal setting for patients with neurological conditions. Some patients may have complex and/or chronic presentations for example spinal injuries, TBI, Guillan Barre Syndrome, Parkinsons Disease, Stroke. T

To determine clinical diagnosis and Physiotherapy treatment indicated.

To maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.

You will develop highly specialist skills under the guidance of the Team Leads.

To provide clinical cross cover within your team as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead

To attend clinical level discussions / meetings relating to your area of work as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead

About us

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

Details Date posted

04 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

156-7205320

Job locations

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ

Job description Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Job description Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Person Specification Knowledge Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Health Care Professions Council registration

Desirable

• Member of CSP
• Member of relevant Special Interest Group
• Understanding of opportunities / limitations of being based in Cornwall

Experience Essential

• Comprehensive experience in acute hospital setting, including a range of post qualification rotations experience. Must have acute stroke and neurology experience.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team, a good understanding of their roles and respect for the other professionals within the team.
• Experience of working in a team of people including qualified and unqualified staff.
• Experience of On-call and out of hours working - including managing the risks associated with unsupervised / lone working
• Experience of working with Physiotherapy students either as a clinical educator or supporting a clinical educator.
• Has a keen interest in stroke acute rehabilitation.

Desirable

• Experience working in an NHS setting in the following clinical areas: Stroke and Neurology, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Medical, Respiratory and musculoskeletal. Experience as a Clinical Educator

Skills Essential

• Up-to-date clinical skills. Specialist level assessment skills for neurology
• Well developed communication skills
• Good understanding of roles with Multidisciplinary Team
• Reflective practitioner
• Evidence of clinical audit/research activity
• Presentation Skills
• Willing and able to participate in weekend and on-call rota.
• well developed treatment skills for neurological patients

Desirable

• Evidence of recent neuro based study

Person Specification Knowledge Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Health Care Professions Council registration

Desirable

• Member of CSP
• Member of relevant Special Interest Group
• Understanding of opportunities / limitations of being based in Cornwall

Experience Essential

• Comprehensive experience in acute hospital setting, including a range of post qualification rotations experience. Must have acute stroke and neurology experience.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team, a good understanding of their roles and respect for the other professionals within the team.
• Experience of working in a team of people including qualified and unqualified staff.
• Experience of On-call and out of hours working - including managing the risks associated with unsupervised / lone working
• Experience of working with Physiotherapy students either as a clinical educator or supporting a clinical educator.
• Has a keen interest in stroke acute rehabilitation.

Desirable

• Experience working in an NHS setting in the following clinical areas: Stroke and Neurology, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Medical, Respiratory and musculoskeletal. Experience as a Clinical Educator

Skills Essential

• Up-to-date clinical skills. Specialist level assessment skills for neurology
• Well developed communication skills
• Good understanding of roles with Multidisciplinary Team
• Reflective practitioner
• Evidence of clinical audit/research activity
• Presentation Skills
• Willing and able to participate in weekend and on-call rota.
• well developed treatment skills for neurological patients

Desirable

• Evidence of recent neuro based study

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

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ

Employer's website

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

Employer details Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ

Employer's website

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