The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Static Band 5 MSK Physiotherapist

The closing date is 29 January 2026

Job summary

We are currently recruiting for a Static Band 5 MSK Physiotherapist to join our team on a fixed term/secondment basis until 16th November 2026. This role is full time, Monday - Friday.

Your duties will include:

Assess and treat MSK patients in an outpatient setting - maintaining your own caseload
Deliver high standard of physiotherapy treatment to patients within the service.
Take part in service improvement
Actively take on the role in delivery of rehabilitation classes
Work as part of a dynamic and excellent MSK team

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard musculoskeletal physiotherapy service, including the supervision of support staff within areas of work and any other area as service development requires.
To manage a caseload of patients/clients
To provide interventions in locations across the health community covered by The Rotherham NHS foundation Trust as required. The musculoskeletal service is delivered across localities in Rotherham, including Rotherham Hospital, Rotherham Community Health Centre and the Park Rehabilitation. Other sites include GP practices and Health Centres.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

19 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Pro rata/per annum

Contract

Secondment

Duration

11 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-12-098

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Recent and relevant Experience within an NHS setting
Up to date documented evidence of relevant CPD
Experience of working within a multi-professional team

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines
An understanding of Professional Standards
Knowledge and experience of using standardised assessments and development of relevant outcome measures
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods
Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety in the work environment and implications for service area

Desirable

Knowledge of continuous improvement through benchmarking and sharing and utilising best practice
Awareness and understanding of relevant health and Social Care legislation

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
Current HCPC Registration
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Desirable

Membership of Professional body (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, CSP)
Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Recent and relevant Experience within an NHS setting
Up to date documented evidence of relevant CPD
Experience of working within a multi-professional team

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines
An understanding of Professional Standards
Knowledge and experience of using standardised assessments and development of relevant outcome measures
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods
Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety in the work environment and implications for service area

Desirable

Knowledge of continuous improvement through benchmarking and sharing and utilising best practice
Awareness and understanding of relevant health and Social Care legislation

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
Current HCPC Registration
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Desirable

Membership of Professional body (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, CSP)
Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST

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.