Job summary
We are looking to recruit a specialist Children's Physiotherapist on a fixed term contract to cover a maternity leave.
You will work within our Children's Physiotherapy department here at Chesterfield Royal Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and successful team; together we are proud to deliver the highest standards of clinical quality, patient care and staff experience.
Your happiness at work is incredibly important to us, and hence, we are committed to supporting your health and wellbeing. Our proud to CARE values and Leading the Chesterfield Way behaviours are firmly embedded across the Trust, whilst our focus on proudly 'being you' supports our hospital to be a great place to work.
As the selection process will involve a practical element you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview.
Main duties of the job
You will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to support children, young people and their families by assessing their needs and devising appropriate interventions.
You will be responsible for managing your own varied caseload and work autonomously across a variety of settings which may include special and mainstream schools, hospital and community clinics and patient's homes.
You will assist with hydrotherapy and CPIP's clinics and support audit and patient feedback projects.
The role demands excellent team working, time keeping and communication skills.
This post would be ideal for a Physiotherapist with relevant experience who wishes to further develop specialist paediatric skills.
We have excellent links and working arrangements with other teams in Specialist Children's Services and with Education and Social Care teams. You will work as part of a supportive and friendly team based at The Den, our purpose-built centre for children's services at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.
As a skilled and valued member of our team you will additionally educate and mentor other less experienced physiotherapists, healthcare professionals and physiotherapy students.
About us
The hospital is a friendly District General Hospital on the doorstep of the beautiful Peak District. This post presents a great opportunity to live and work in some of the finest landscape in the country.
Major cities such as Sheffield, Leeds, Nottingham and Derby are all within an hour's train journey, and local airports include East Midlands, Manchester and Leeds Bradford, with London within a couple of hours.
There are excellent schools in the local area, only a few minutes from the hospital, as well as nursery childcare on-site.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions.
We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager.
The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, youll be able to make a huge difference.
A car driver with a full current driving licence is essential. For disabled applicants; suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed, if necessary.
Please note that this post will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
For formal enquiries please contact the Head of Childrens Physiotherapy on 07810 754082
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions.
We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager.
The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, youll be able to make a huge difference.
A car driver with a full current driving licence is essential. For disabled applicants; suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed, if necessary.
Please note that this post will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
For formal enquiries please contact the Head of Childrens Physiotherapy on 07810 754082
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Recognised vocational diploma/degree in physiotherapy (or equivalent)
- HCPC Registration
- At least 2 years postgraduate experience in a broad range of specialties
Desirable
- Relevant post-qualification training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of post graduate work with children with neurodevelopmental difficulties
- Evidence of prioritisation within a designated caseload
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of working in the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess and treat children and young people with physical disabilities
- Knowledge of postural care
- Able to demonstrate empathy and insight into the needs of children with physical difficulties and their families
Desirable
- Experience of working with children and young people with learning disability.
- Experience of hydrotherapy
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Recognised vocational diploma/degree in physiotherapy (or equivalent)
- HCPC Registration
- At least 2 years postgraduate experience in a broad range of specialties
Desirable
- Relevant post-qualification training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of post graduate work with children with neurodevelopmental difficulties
- Evidence of prioritisation within a designated caseload
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of working in the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess and treat children and young people with physical disabilities
- Knowledge of postural care
- Able to demonstrate empathy and insight into the needs of children with physical difficulties and their families
Desirable
- Experience of working with children and young people with learning disability.
- Experience of hydrotherapy
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).
