Job summary
West London NHS Trust is seeking a skilled and motivated Nurse or Physiotherapist to join the Hounslow Community Respiratory Service. This Band 6 role offers an exciting opportunity to deliver specialist, patient-centred rehabilitation for adults with long-term cardiac and respiratory conditions, including those diagnosed with Long COVID, across home, clinic, community venues, and virtual platforms.
The successful candidate will provide holistic assessment, rehabilitation, and case management to support patients in maximising independence, functional ability, and quality of life. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support Pulmonary and Cardiac Rehabilitation (PR/CR), Early Supported Discharge (ESD), chest physiotherapy, and specialist interventions delivered through HOSAR.
Main duties of the job
Delivering Pulmonary and Cardiac Rehabilitation programmes in line with NICE, BTS, and ACPICR guidance.
Providing specialist assessment and case management for adults with long-term cardiac or respiratory conditions.
Supporting patients with breathlessness, fatigue, anxiety, and functional limitations.
Delivering chest physiotherapy and oxygen therapy interventions within the community.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Physiotherapist (HCPC).
- Post-registration experience in community or acute care, including MDT working and rehabilitation.
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Skills in advanced assessment, rehabilitation planning, and patient education for long-term cardiac and respiratory conditions.
- Experience in primary care or integrated care settings.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of post-COVID pathways and HOSAR service delivery.
Other
Essential
- Driving licence with access to a vehicle
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Physiotherapist (HCPC).
- Post-registration experience in community or acute care, including MDT working and rehabilitation.
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Skills in advanced assessment, rehabilitation planning, and patient education for long-term cardiac and respiratory conditions.
- Experience in primary care or integrated care settings.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of post-COVID pathways and HOSAR service delivery.
Other
Essential
- Driving licence with access to a vehicle
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).
