Team Lead- Paediatric Physiotherapist

NHS Scotland; Greenock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Team Lead Paediatric Physiotherapist in Greenock for a part-time position. The successful candidate will lead physiotherapy services for children with disabilities, ensuring high-quality patient care and implementing best practices. Candidates must hold a relevant physiotherapy degree, be HCPC registered, and possess leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in community physiotherapy is beneficial.
• Must possess a valid car driver license.
• In-depth knowledge of clinical management for paediatric conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Service Manager and Professional Lead in physiotherapy service planning.
• Deliver a comprehensive management of clinical caseload for children with complex conditions.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance and quality assurance practices.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Governance

Evidence-Based Practice

Patient Care

Education

Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC Registration

Master's Level Postgraduate Qualification (in progress)

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Team Lead- Paediatric Physiotherapist, Greenock

Client: NHS Scotland

Location: Greenock, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Reference: 7d725bd134d7

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, expanding to 2.2 million with regional and national services.

This is a permanent, part-time position of 14.8 hours per week. Salary is pro-rata for part-time hours.

Training and mentoring will be provided. Candidates must have a Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy and be registered with the HCPC. It is essential to be working towards a master's level postgraduate qualification. Community experience is beneficial. A valid car driver license is essential.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Lead Physiotherapist within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, based at Inverclyde Royal Hospital, Skylark Centre. The team is driven and dynamic, committed to staying updated with local and national strategies, engaging stakeholders for optimal outcomes.

You will assist the Service Manager and Professional Lead Physiotherapist in planning, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating physiotherapy services for children and young people with physical disabilities and complex needs across health, educational, and social settings. Responsibilities include leadership in planning and implementing best practices, clinical governance, and quality assurance, including handling complaints.

As an experienced paediatric physiotherapist, you will demonstrate in-depth practical and theoretical knowledge of clinical governance, risk management, evidence-based practice, audit, and research methodology. You will possess highly specialist clinical knowledge of complex paediatric conditions and an understanding of treatment strategies based on evidence. You will provide comprehensive assessment, treatment, and management to children and young people with complex clinical conditions, including developmental delays, movement disorders, disabilities, or illnesses, using physiotherapeutic skills and specialized equipment. You will manage a clinical caseload and ensure the delivery of safe, effective patient care.

For more information, please contact Gillian Ferguson, Team Lead, at 07814295889 or email [emailprotected].

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all community sections. We promote inclusivity and pride ourselves on our diverse workforce.

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