Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**
**Subject to job matching**
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and driven Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our innovative, friendly team across our rotations at East Cheshire NHS Trust.
This is an excellent career opportunity, suitable for both newly qualified and experienced Band 5 physiotherapists.
We are looking for:
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated HCPC registered Physiotherapist
- NHS placement and/ experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Work autonomously and within the team and wider MDT
- Organisation and time management
- Patient centred care
- Sound evidence based clinical knowledge
- Work within trust policies and professional practice
- Maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records
What we offer in return:
- Full induction
- Mentorship and preceptorship programmes
- CPD to support and develop in the role
- Advice and support from clinical specialists
- Service development and innovation is strongly encouraged alongside audit and research
- Encouragement into internal promotion opportunities
Hours per week: 37.5
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
To rotate through a wide range of specialties including medical, surgical, acute, community and OP neuro-rehabilitation, OPAL, orthopaedics, rheumatology OP, pelvic health OP and both GP clinics, gymnasium and department based musculoskeletal therapies.
To undertake assessment of patients with a wide range of conditions and to work as autonomous clinicians, under the guidance of Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists as required, using accurate analytical skills and clinical reasoning to interpret assessment findings, making diagnoses where appropriate, identifying patient problems, setting goals, and providing an appropriate treatment plan and progression
Upon completion of on call competencies, to work unsupervised in an on-call and out of hour's emergency service.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration
- Relevant professional degree / diploma
Experience
Essential
- Experience of contributing to individual & group interventions for patients & settings relevant to the role
- Broad range of clinical experience as a student in NHS settings
Desirable
- Experience of contributing to audit / research
Skills
Essential
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
- Reflective practice
- IT skills
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of a range of assessment tools & interventions relevant to a broad range of patients
- Awareness of recent NHS legislation, recommendations
- Awareness of national and local priorities and changing trends
Desirable
- A basic knowledge of the service / trust values & objectives
- Completion of in-house competency frameworks / relevant post-graduate courses
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Prior experience working in the NHS - broad range of NHS student placements to include, Respiratory ITU, and Outpatients
- Demonstrate an understanding of the Physiotherapy Service
Desirable
- Completion of junior competency framework (or working towards)
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration
- Relevant professional degree / diploma
Experience
Essential
- Experience of contributing to individual & group interventions for patients & settings relevant to the role
- Broad range of clinical experience as a student in NHS settings
Desirable
- Experience of contributing to audit / research
Skills
Essential
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
- Reflective practice
- IT skills
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of a range of assessment tools & interventions relevant to a broad range of patients
- Awareness of recent NHS legislation, recommendations
- Awareness of national and local priorities and changing trends
Desirable
- A basic knowledge of the service / trust values & objectives
- Completion of in-house competency frameworks / relevant post-graduate courses
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Prior experience working in the NHS - broad range of NHS student placements to include, Respiratory ITU, and Outpatients
- Demonstrate an understanding of the Physiotherapy Service
Desirable
- Completion of junior competency framework (or working towards)
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
