Static Band 5 MSK Physiotherapist(Copy)

NHS; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Somerset is offering a Fixed Term Band 5 post for a therapist specializing in musculoskeletal outpatients. This role involves providing a high standard of therapy services, advising on assessments and treatments, and participating in service development. Opportunities for clinical growth, CPD allowances, and a supportive team environment are included. Ideal for those ready to advance their careers in a vibrant setting.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• High standard of therapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients.
• Advice on musculoskeletal assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Development participation of the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and guidance to Peers, students, and Exercise Instructors.
• Work without direct supervision, with access to support from senior therapists.
• Be responsible for the safe and correct use of equipment.

Job description

Are you looking for a chance to work in a dynamic outpatient setting within the MSK service in Somerset?

We have a Fixed Term Band 5 post available split between Shepton Mallet Community Hospital and West Mendip Community Hospital.

You will work closely alongside the team, including Exercise Instructors, Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Band 7 Clinicians, FCP's, Minor Injury unites, Orthopaedic interface service, as well as other AHP's.

We offer a generous CPD allowance for our band 5's, including quarterly in-service training, service and clinical away days and specific band 5 training. There are many opportunities of growth and development of both yourself and the wider service. Our experienced Band 7 and 8 clinicians work within the departments providing support and joint clinical sessions to enhance your learning and patient experience.

Main duties of the job

Provide a high standard of therapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients.

Provide advice regarding the musculoskeletal assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients referred to the service.

Participate in the development of the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Service.

Actively participate in your own clinical development.

Work without direct supervision. Supervision takes the form of regular formal training, clinical reasoning sessions and peer review. Access to advice and support is available from senior therapists within the team.

Be responsible for the safe and correct use of equipment within the department.

Provide support, guidance and training to Peers, students, and Exercise Instructors.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breath taking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this fantastic role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Please see attached Job description

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.