James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Paediatric Physiotherapist

The closing date is 20 March 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic, friendly and supportive Paediatric Physiotherapy team. The work would involve working across the acute and community paediatric settings including clinics at the children's centre, patient's homes, schools and the ward at the James Paget University Hospital. The post would cover a diverse paediatric caseload but will be predominantly in the area of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic paediatrics. The applicant will require a desire to work closely with children, their families and other key stakeholders within the children and young people sector. They will have experience and interest in working in musculoskeletal practice but not necessarily evidence of working exclusively in musculoskeletal practice. Our team is highly specialised and can offer training and support to further develop members of staff with less knowledge and experience.

The Successful applicant will be able to demonstrate evidence of working with children in any environment and is seeking to develop holistic skills that will serve the children and young person population within a healthcare setting.

Our team is part of the community Paediatric Team within the James Paget University Hospital so work closely with Paediatric Occupational therapists, Paediatric Dieticians, Paediatricians and children's nursing team.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for a defined clinical caseload within the paediatric therapy department at Newberry Child Development Centre, James Paget Hospital (paediatric wards and clinics) and within the community without direct supervision.

To determine clinical diagnosis and treatment indicated, and maintain records as an autonomous practitioner, with appropriate support as per personal need.

To ensure a high standard of care for each child working with all disciplines and agencies involved with that family. To communicate with these agencies, parents, and children in an appropriate manner, often with sensitive information regarding diagnosis and outcomes.

To deliver interventions in a variety of ways including face to face clinics, groups and classes.

To teach parents/ other stakeholders handling and management skills as appropriate.

About us

The James Paget University Hospital is a vibrant university hospital providing the best possible care to the people of east Norfolk and north Suffolk. We are situated on the coast with several beautiful beaches and the Broads National Park on the doorstep. We are within commuting distance of Norwich city centre, with free hospital parking available.

Therapists at the James Paget University Hospital are a positive and forward thinking multidisciplinary team. We are always striving to improve our services using audit, service improvement initiatives, new policies and standard operating procedures. We are part of an exciting new model of working, embedding research into our department and supportive of our team engaging in research and innovation.

Personal and professional development is key within the James Paget University Hospital and the Newberry Community Centre.

We will support you in achieving your career goals, through our well-structured supervision and appraisal system and our own highly specialised staff. The department actively encourages the utilisation of courses and training opportunities provided and signposted through our Operational Development and Wellbeing Service. Training opportunities range from clinical and non-clinical skills, through to leadership and the development of others.

Date posted

09 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

177-ELEC-7841251

Job locations

Newberry Child Development Centre

Lowestoft Road, Gorleston

Great Yarmouth

NR31 6SQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for the detail of main responsibilities that are required to meet the requirements of this post

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for the detail of main responsibilities that are required to meet the requirements of this post

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

Diploma / BSc / MSc in Physiotherapy
Current Health Care Professions Council registration
CPD record should include evidence of up-to-date relevant post graduate training and reflections of learning

Experience and knowledge

Essential

Experience of working with children
Show interest in working with children
Evidence of Self-directed learning
Working knowledge of clinical governance and implications for own work
Awareness of relevant new research and professional practice
Experience of multidisciplinary and multi-agency working to include education and social care
Understanding of legal, safeguarding and mental capacity issues with respect to children and young people

Skills, abilities and competencies

Essential

Good rapport with a wide variety of people including team working and delegation
Good verbal and written communication skills / Basic IT skills
Able to act independently with minimum supervision and to act on own initiative - knowing own limitations
Able to work with individuals or in group settings
Good presentation skills - to a wider audience
Forward thinking and good problem solving skills
Ability to prioritise and organise own workload and that of others
Keen to take on responsibilities and additional duties
Ability to travel within the Great Yarmouth & Waveney area. Must hold a full current driving licence in order to fulfil the duties of the post, including visits to families' homes
Ability to work proactively under pressure and to be flexible

Behavioural qualities

Essential

Responsive Communication
Effective and Professional
Kind and Helpful
Courteous and Respectful

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

Diploma / BSc / MSc in Physiotherapy
Current Health Care Professions Council registration
CPD record should include evidence of up-to-date relevant post graduate training and reflections of learning

Experience and knowledge

Essential

Experience of working with children
Show interest in working with children
Evidence of Self-directed learning
Working knowledge of clinical governance and implications for own work
Awareness of relevant new research and professional practice
Experience of multidisciplinary and multi-agency working to include education and social care
Understanding of legal, safeguarding and mental capacity issues with respect to children and young people

Skills, abilities and competencies

Essential

Good rapport with a wide variety of people including team working and delegation
Good verbal and written communication skills / Basic IT skills
Able to act independently with minimum supervision and to act on own initiative - knowing own limitations
Able to work with individuals or in group settings
Good presentation skills - to a wider audience
Forward thinking and good problem solving skills
Ability to prioritise and organise own workload and that of others
Keen to take on responsibilities and additional duties
Ability to travel within the Great Yarmouth & Waveney area. Must hold a full current driving licence in order to fulfil the duties of the post, including visits to families' homes
Ability to work proactively under pressure and to be flexible

Behavioural qualities

Essential

Responsive Communication
Effective and Professional
Kind and Helpful
Courteous and Respectful

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newberry Child Development Centre

Lowestoft Road, Gorleston

Great Yarmouth

NR31 6SQ

Employer's website

https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newberry Child Development Centre

Lowestoft Road, Gorleston

Great Yarmouth

NR31 6SQ

Employer's website

https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)