Specialist Physiotherapist, Surgical Rehabilitation rotation

NHS; Penarth; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health board in the UK is seeking a Physiotherapist Specialist to join their Surgical Rehabilitation team. This role involves providing physiotherapy to a diverse patient population, managing caseloads, and working alongside a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should hold a relevant physiotherapy degree, HCPC registration, and have experience in the specialist field. The position offers a supportive environment for professional development and flexible working arrangements. Salary ranges between £39,263 and £47,280 annually.

Qualifications

• Relevant post registration experience in the specialist area.
• Previous clinical experience relevant to post.
• Evidence of assisting in planning and developing an existing service.

Responsibilities

• Work with multidisciplinary team to deliver physiotherapy services.
• Manage own patient caseload including complex patients.
• Provide support for clinical supervision of physiotherapy staff.

Skills

Specialist skills within the specialist area

Excellent communication skills

Highly developed physical skills

Ability to motivate others

Confident with digital technology

Education

Recognised qualification degree in physiotherapy

HCPC Registration

Specialist training to Postgraduate Diploma level

Job description

Job summary

Physiotherapist Specialist - Rotational Surgical Rehabilitation

An opportunity has arisen within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, for a Physiotherapist to join our specialist Surgical Rehabilitation rotation.

Rotating on a 9‑month basis you will have the opportunity to gain experience within a broad range of clinical areas. These include Trauma, Orthopaedics, Vascular and community-based services e.g. ALAC, Cancer Prehabilitation and a community rehabilitation team (VCRS). You must be able to demonstrate the relevant skills, experience and enthusiasm required to work within these clinical areas.

We offer you the opportunity to develop both your clinical and leadership skills and the Physiotherapy department provides full induction, a comprehensive programme of in-service training, regular appraisal and opportunities for development.

You may be required to work your normal contracted hours flexibly in a variety of different working patterns in response to the needs of the service. For example, this could include working your contracted hours as part of a service model that includes extended days / 7‑day job plans.

The successful post holder must share our core values and beliefs.

Main duties of the job

To work alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver physiotherapy services to patients within these specialist clinical areas. This will include patients with multimorbidity and complex need and those with cognitive and behavioural problems.

The postholder will have responsibility for managing their own patient caseload. They will participate in the on‑call service (overnight and weekends) where they will work independently, managing the respiratory needs of complex critically ill patients.

In addition, they will provide support for the clinical supervision of physiotherapists, student physiotherapists and support staff.

Please note that we will only accept applications from staff currently employed by Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10‑year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Key details

• Date posted: 15 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £39,263 to £47,280 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: 001-AHP120-1225
• Job location: University Hospital Landough, Penlan Road, Llandough, CF64 2XX

Person Specification

Qualification – Essential

• Recognised qualification degree / equivalent in physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Specialist training/courses to Postgraduate Diploma level

Qualification – Desirable

• Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Experience – Essential

• Relevant post registration experience in the specialist area
• Previous clinical experience relevant to post
• Evidence of assisting in planning and developing an existing service

Experience – Desirable

• Experience of providing clinical supervision
• Experience of teaching other disciplines

Skills – Essential

• Demonstrate specialist skills within the specialist area
• Excellent communication skills with healthcare professionals and the public
• Highly developed physical skills relevant to the specialist clinical area e.g. manual techniques and therapeutic handling
• Proven ability to motivate others, promote coproduction and empower others
• Confident with digital technology platforms/apps

Skills – Desirable

• Evidence of involvement in audit and research

Special Knowledge – Essential

• Relevant CPD evidence
• Awareness of Health and Safety / clinical risk management

Other – Essential

• Participate and experience in emergency respiratory rota (if applicable to rotational role)
• Willingness to work flexible hour
• Able to travel, in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the job, this may include cross site working or various locations, carrying sensitive information and bulky equipment (if applicable to role)

Other – Desirable

• Membership of relevant special interest group
• The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role

Additional Information

• Disclosure and Barring Service Check: this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check is required.
• Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcomed and will be considered alongside all other applications.
• UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

University Hospital Landough, Penlan Road, Llandough, CF64 2XX

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/