Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Physiotherapist - Garner unit

The closing date is 04 February 2026

Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist to join our Complex Care and Dementia inpatient services at Garner Unit. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to patients with complex needs, working within a supportive and collaborative environment.

What We're Looking For

  • A qualified Physiotherapist with HCPC registration.
  • Experience in complex care, dementia, or inpatient settings is desirable.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with other professionals.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a compassionate team committed to improving patient outcomes.
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities.
  • Work in a beautiful Cornwall location with excellent work-life balance.

Main duties of the job

Provide comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for patients within the unit. Formulate and implement individualised treatment plans as an autonomous practitioner. Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team, including Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Doctors, Nursing staff, and Occupational Therapists. Focus on medical conditions andfalls prevention, ensuring safe and effective care.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Details

Date posted

21 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

201-26-084

Job locations

Garner Ward

Bodmin Hospital, Boundary Road

Bodmin

PL31 2QT


Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
  • HCPC Registered
  • Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team and an understanding of roles

Desirable

  • Membership of CSP
  • Experience of taking part in research/audit

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

  • Computer literate
  • Good communication skills

Desirable

  • Good teaching/presentation skills
  • Able to offer a practical contribution

Knowledge and abilities

Essential

  • Knowledge of client centred approach
  • Ability to undertake moving and handling procedures
  • Analytical thinker
  • Understanding and knowledge of user involvement issues
Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
  • HCPC Registered
  • Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team and an understanding of roles

Desirable

  • Membership of CSP
  • Experience of taking part in research/audit

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

  • Computer literate
  • Good communication skills

Desirable

  • Good teaching/presentation skills
  • Able to offer a practical contribution

Knowledge and abilities

Essential

  • Knowledge of client centred approach
  • Ability to undertake moving and handling procedures
  • Analytical thinker
  • Understanding and knowledge of user involvement issues

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Garner Ward

Bodmin Hospital, Boundary Road

Bodmin

PL31 2QT


Employer's website

https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Garner Ward

Bodmin Hospital, Boundary Road

Bodmin

PL31 2QT


Employer's website

https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Occupational Therapist

Rachel Evans

rachel.evans100@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

21 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

201-26-084

Job locations

Garner Ward

Bodmin Hospital, Boundary Road

Bodmin

PL31 2QT


Supporting documents

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