Specialist Physiotherapist-Stroke Rehabilitation

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a part time Specialist Physiotherapist to join the Stroke Rehabilitation Unit at the Manchester Royal Infirmary. This Band 6 position involves providing specialist assessment and support for stroke patients, supervising junior staff, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Candidates should hold a relevant degree in physiotherapy and have postgraduate clinical experience. Join a dynamic team dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous postgraduate clinical experience as a junior in a broad rotational post.
• Evidence of continual professional development.
• Registered member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and rehabilitation of stroke patients.
• Supervise and support junior staff, ensuring high standards of care.
• Lead and participate in service development projects.

Skills

Specialist knowledge of physiotherapy assessment and treatment technique

Experience in interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary team working

Knowledge of safeguarding practices

Education

Recognised BSC Honours degree in physiotherapy or equivalent

State registration via Health and Care Professions Council

Job description

Go back Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Physiotherapist-Stroke Rehabilitation

The closing date is 05 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part timeSpecialist Physiotherapist to join the Stroke Rehabilitation Unit at the Manchester Royal Infirmary.

You will be part of a dynamic, well-established multidisciplinary team, working alongside a Clinical Lead, experienced Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Rehabilitation Assistants. Our team is committed to delivering a holistic approach to patient care, ensuring high-quality outcomes for patients in line with SSNAP standards.

This Band 6 role offers the chance to contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and the education of students and junior staff, while continuing your own professional development.

Main duties of the job

Provide specialist assessment and rehabilitation of stroke patients on the unit at the Manchester Royal Infirmary.

Supervise and support junior and unregistered staff, ensuring high standards of care.

Act as a clinical mentor for undergraduate physiotherapy students.

Lead and participate in service development projects, including audits and quality improvement programs.

Contribute to the Trust's7-day service.

If you are an enthusiastic Physiotherapist with relevant clinical experience and a passion for service development, we would love to hear from you.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Recognised BSC Honours degree in physiotherapy or equivalent
• State registration via Health and Care Professions Council
• Evidence of relevant post graduate training including attendance at relevant specialist courses
• Registered member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Experience / Knowledge

• Previous postgraduate clinical experience as a junior in a broad rotational post
• Specialist knowledge of physiotherapy assessment and treatment technique
• Working knowledge of local and national policies and procedures e.g. Manual Handling, Chartered Society of Physiotherapists/Health and Care Professions Council Code of Conduct/Ethics, Health and Safety, Infection Control, CPR, Equality and Diversity
• Evidence of Continual Professional Development
• Experience of and commitment to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary team working
• Experience of supervision of students and assistants
• Evidence of contribution to clinical education and in-service training of less experienced staff/students and assistants
• Understanding of clinical effectiveness and its implications for services including experience of quality issues, audit and evidence based practice
• Demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding practices relevant to the clinical area
• To have attended a clinical educators course
• Previous experience in a post at this level
• Knowledge of the working of community and Intermediate Care Services
• Evidence of participation in research

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.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£38,682 to £46,580 a yearPer Annum (Pro Rata)