Team Lead Physiotherapist - Band 7 (GH)

NHS Lothian; Haddington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a motivated Team Lead Physiotherapist to manage in-patient physiotherapy services at East Lothian Community Hospital. This role requires a Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy and relevant clinical experience, focusing on patient-centred care and team management. The candidate will lead a dynamic team in a supportive environment, ensuring high-quality service delivery and promoting effective collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate clinical experience in orthopaedics, neurology, and frailty.
• Experience in managing teams and driving service development.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight of physiotherapy services across MOE wards and orthopaedic services.
• Manage the physiotherapy team operationally and strategically.
• Collaborate with the MDT to deliver a person-centred, rehabilitation-focused, home-first model of care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Overview

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Post Team Lead Physiotherapist

Location - ELCH

Grade - Band 7

Contract Permanent

Salary Band 7 (£50,861 - £59,159)

Advert Job Ref 229771 R1

Role overview

We are offering an exciting full-time opportunity for a motivated and dynamic Band 7 Team Lead Physiotherapist to join our in-patient physiotherapy team at East Lothian Community Hospital. This leadership role involves managing and overseeing physiotherapy services across three Medicine of the Elderly (MOE) rehabilitation wards—two general and one pan-Lothian orthopaedic ward—and supporting patients who are unable to be discharged from acute care due to illness or injury. The service plays a key role in enabling older adults with co-morbidities to return home and live well in the community. Our team delivers a person-centred, rehabilitation-focused and home first model of care and works closely with a supportive multidisciplinary team (MDT).

The ideal candidate will hold a Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy, with relevant post-graduate clinical experience in areas such as orthopaedics, neurology, and frailty, along with strong leadership and communication skills. In addition to providing clinical oversight, you will manage the team operationally and strategically, supporting the Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Service Lead in the continued development of the service.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight of physiotherapy services across MOE wards and orthopaedic services, ensuring high-quality patient care.
• Manage the physiotherapy team operationally and strategically, supporting service development and delivery.
• Collaborate with the MDT to deliver a person-centred, rehabilitation-focused, home-first model of care.
• Lead, supervise and develop staff, promoting effective multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Represent the service in local and cross-Lothian settings as required.

Qualifications and experience

• Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy (mandatory).
• Post-graduate clinical experience in orthopaedics, neurology, and frailty.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in managing teams and driving service development.

Additional information

• For more information, please contact Jane Shiels, Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Service Lead, mobile [phone] or email (provided in the original posting).
• We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
• To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement to demonstrate the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is granted by the UK Visas and Immigration Service.
• This post requires PVG Scheme membership/record. If not currently a PVG member for the required regulatory group, an application will be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before starting.
• From 1 April 2025, changes to criminal records checks may apply. If assessed as a "regulated role", appointment will be subject to PVG Scheme requirements. Any changes will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. Further details may be found in the vacancy information.