Job summary
The Kingston Community Neurohabilitation Team are looking for a highly motivated Band 7 Physiotherapist, to join this established service based at Hollyfield House, Hollyfield Road, Surbiton. The team deliver comprehensive, neurological rehabilitation packages to patients in the Kingston Borough, including Early Supported Discharge for Stroke and a wide range of Long Term Neurological Conditions (e.g. MS, PD, MND etc.). Furthermore the team will be delivering their service in combination with other NHS and 3rd Sector organisations.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to enhance and develop your expertise within an established and experienced neuro rehabilitation service. The successful candidate will need proven advanced clinical skills in neurological rehabilitation and demonstrate the ability to thrive in a changing environment and be forward thinking. The post holder is expected to provide clinical leadership and clinical supervision to the physiotherapy team, and participate in clinical leadership activity for the service. They also must have clinical experience working in the community with a neurological caseload with up-to-date knowledge of the key developments in the field of Physiotherapy and neurological rehabilitation.
About us
At
Your Healthcare CIC, we are
dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-led health and social care
services for residents in Kingston and providing specialised learning
disability services in Richmond. As a Community Interest Company (CIC), we
prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you to
make a real impact.
Why Choose Us?
NHS Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of NHS pay, Agenda for Change
terms, NHS pension scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes.
Bureaucracy-Free Environment: Implement good ideas quickly and effectively without
delays.
Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
and various staff discounts.
Exceptional Staff Experience: Join a supportive workplace with positive feedback
from staff and patients.
Inclusive Culture: We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion,
encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
Impactful Community Involvement: Have a real voice in shaping care as part of our
membership organization. Your ideas and contributions matter.
Join Us Today
We are
looking for passionate individuals who value high-quality care, inclusivity,
and community engagement. If you want to make a positive impact in health and
social care, join our forward-thinking, patient-centred team. Explore our
career opportunities and become part of a team that values your expertise and
dedication.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find JD attached under supporting information.
If you would like to contact us to discuss any aspects of this role please contact:
Darren Beales, Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team Lead on 020 8274 7057 or Darren.beales@yourhealthcare.org.
The post holder will need to be able to travel between community sites on a daily basis and so a full licence and use of a vehicle for work purposes is essential for this post.
Interview date is 18/08/2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find JD attached under supporting information.
If you would like to contact us to discuss any aspects of this role please contact:
Darren Beales, Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team Lead on 020 8274 7057 or Darren.beales@yourhealthcare.org.
The post holder will need to be able to travel between community sites on a daily basis and so a full licence and use of a vehicle for work purposes is essential for this post.
Interview date is 18/08/2025
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Expert clinical knowledge of neurological physiotherapy and ability to apply this to inpatient and community settings
- Expert knowledge of a broad range of neurological conditions both acute and progressive and their therapeutic management
- Advanced clinical reasoning and problem solving skills
- Knowledge of appropriate assessment tools for this client group including outcome measures
- Knowledge of posture and seating programmes and equipment
- Ability to remain updated with professional practice and research and integrate this into daily patient management.
- Ability to provide clinical leadership, motivate and support a team of therapists and assistants
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds/ cultures.
- Ability to work effectively an autonomous practitioner and as part of a team.
- Evidence of teaching and presentation skills, both written and verbal. Knowledge of recent NHS developments and their impact on service provision In-depth
- knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application within therapy
- Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)
- Report writing, Computer literacy and Information Technology Skills Ability to plan and prioritise own caseload and that of others and execute complex discharges
- Be able to balance management and clinical caseload
- Ability to build effective working relationships and actively contribute to MDT and Network meetings
- Ability to work under pressure and set priorities.
- Ability to influence and effect change using a range of skills including negotiation, teaching and assertiveness
- Awareness and acceptance of the rights and needs of service users
Desirable
- Knowledge of broad human resources procedures Advanced computer skills for presentations and data analysis
Others
Essential
- As this is a community post, a clean, current driving licence and access to vehicle for work purposes is essentia
Experience
Essential
- Significant post graduate experience within the NHS, in both the Hospital and community settings including Band 6 experience within neurology Experience at a specialist level working with adults in neuro rehabilitation/ stroke Evidence of recent CPD in relation to neurological conditions/ stroke Experience of assessing patients with complex, physical and cognitive needs and appropriate management Evidence of spasticity management Experience of management for this client group including treatment options Experience in Assessment and Rehabilitation of Adults and Older People presenting with complex pathology Experience at Band 7 level in relevant post Experience of leading a team Application form, CV, CPD Evidence, Interview process, references
- Experience of supervision/ managing/ developing junior staff/ assistants through completing PDRs and teaching Proactive involvement in service development Experience of implementing training for staff Experience of supervising students placements Experience of audit/ research and understanding of quality issues
Desirable
- Experience at Band 7 level in relevant post
- Experience of leading a team
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy HPC registration Evidence of post graduate courses/ CPD within Neuro Rehabilitation Relevant CPD Portfolio
Desirable
- Leadership qualification MSc qualification or working towards one Membership of CSP Member of relevant Clinical Interest Group
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Expert clinical knowledge of neurological physiotherapy and ability to apply this to inpatient and community settings
- Expert knowledge of a broad range of neurological conditions both acute and progressive and their therapeutic management
- Advanced clinical reasoning and problem solving skills
- Knowledge of appropriate assessment tools for this client group including outcome measures
- Knowledge of posture and seating programmes and equipment
- Ability to remain updated with professional practice and research and integrate this into daily patient management.
- Ability to provide clinical leadership, motivate and support a team of therapists and assistants
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds/ cultures.
- Ability to work effectively an autonomous practitioner and as part of a team.
- Evidence of teaching and presentation skills, both written and verbal. Knowledge of recent NHS developments and their impact on service provision In-depth
- knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application within therapy
- Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)
- Report writing, Computer literacy and Information Technology Skills Ability to plan and prioritise own caseload and that of others and execute complex discharges
- Be able to balance management and clinical caseload
- Ability to build effective working relationships and actively contribute to MDT and Network meetings
- Ability to work under pressure and set priorities.
- Ability to influence and effect change using a range of skills including negotiation, teaching and assertiveness
- Awareness and acceptance of the rights and needs of service users
Desirable
- Knowledge of broad human resources procedures Advanced computer skills for presentations and data analysis
Others
Essential
- As this is a community post, a clean, current driving licence and access to vehicle for work purposes is essentia
Experience
Essential
- Significant post graduate experience within the NHS, in both the Hospital and community settings including Band 6 experience within neurology Experience at a specialist level working with adults in neuro rehabilitation/ stroke Evidence of recent CPD in relation to neurological conditions/ stroke Experience of assessing patients with complex, physical and cognitive needs and appropriate management Evidence of spasticity management Experience of management for this client group including treatment options Experience in Assessment and Rehabilitation of Adults and Older People presenting with complex pathology Experience at Band 7 level in relevant post Experience of leading a team Application form, CV, CPD Evidence, Interview process, references
- Experience of supervision/ managing/ developing junior staff/ assistants through completing PDRs and teaching Proactive involvement in service development Experience of implementing training for staff Experience of supervising students placements Experience of audit/ research and understanding of quality issues
Desirable
- Experience at Band 7 level in relevant post
- Experience of leading a team
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy HPC registration Evidence of post graduate courses/ CPD within Neuro Rehabilitation Relevant CPD Portfolio
Desirable
- Leadership qualification MSc qualification or working towards one Membership of CSP Member of relevant Clinical Interest Group
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
