Physiotherapist - Bradford Community

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are recruiting for a Physiotherapist to join our new Allied Health Professional Team based at our Outstanding CQC rated Hospice in Bradford.

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC BAND 6 £37,338 to £44,962 per annum

Contract: Fixed Term 2 years

Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Based:Marie Curie Bradford Hospice and surrounding community

Closing date:14th July 2025

As a Physiotherapist within the new Allied Health Professional team, you will be an integral part of a specialist multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing holistic palliative care. You will deliver high-quality physiotherapy services to patients in the community, whether in their own homes or care homes. These patients are referred to Marie Curie due to their specialist palliative care needs.

The primary focus of this role is on symptom control, rehabilitation, and maintaining quality of life and independence at home. You will provide physiotherapy to patients with specialist palliative care needs, including those with complex conditions such as MND and COPD.

As a member of the Outreach multidisciplinary team, you will ensure effective communication and foster close working relationships with all team members, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of physiotherapy interventions.

What we are looking for:

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• MCSP/HCPC Registered
• Palliative Care Experience
• Experience of working in community AHP team supporting palliative patients and people with long term conditions.
• Evidence of continued learning
• Driving license and access to own vehicle is essential
• Decision making skills
• Excellent communication skills

What's in it for you:

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
• Continuous Professional development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
• Defined contribution schemes for Pension
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Introduce a friend scheme
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.

Were committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Wide range of post qualification experience including therapeutic, interventional, and supportive treatments.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a specialist palliative care setting
• Experience of working Hospice / community setting

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Physiotherapist on HCPC register.
• Degree in Physiotherapy
• Ability to demonstrate continued professional
• development

Desirable

• Clinical supervisor
• Complementary Therapy skills
• Relevant post-registration qualification (Diploma level minimum)

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Marie Curie

Address

Maudsley Street

Bradford

BD3 9LE

Employer's website

https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)