Job summary
A superb opportunity has arisen for an experienced Physiotherapist who is passionate about neurological rehabilitation to join our team, in the role of Clinical Lead Physiotherapist.
The Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit is a 20-bed inpatient unit based on the Abingdon Community Hospital site with access to a therapy gym, kitchen and garden. We provide short term rehabilitation for people post stroke and take a dynamic and innovative approach to evidence-based practice and service development. As part of the role, you will work alongside a specialist multidisciplinary team and provide Clinical Leadership to the OSRU therapy team. Clinical work is a core component of this post, making this a great opportunity for someone who wants to take the next step into a leadership role, whilst retaining clinical duties.
The post holder will work alongside other Clinical Leads within the unit to drive service development work and facilitate ongoing research trials. They will also support Physiotherapy student placements and work experience as required. Delivery of supervision and teaching will be required on a regular basis and flexible working over 7 days should be anticipated.
We would be delighted to discuss this post further with anyone who is interested, and informal visits to the unit are welcomed.
Main duties of the job
To provide highly specialist rehabilitative care and demonstrate exemplar practice, in line with relevant professional and national standards e.g. HCPC and CSP codes of practice, National Stroke Guidelinesand within Oxford Health NHS FT Clinical Governance structure.
Undertake specialist neurological assessment of patients as an autonomous practitioner, including those with highly complex presentations, and use advanced clinical reasoning skills; knowledge ofevidence-based practice and advanced expertise.
Determine appropriate rehabilitation plansin line with gold standard stroke care pathways.Promote and utilise locally and nationally recognised outcome measures to evaluate performance.
Support collation and monitoring of performance, implementing corrective action where appropriate and promoting quality service within the resources available.
Provide expert clinical support for complex discharge planning.
Provide day to day management of the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy workforce.
Ensure trust policies and procedures for good practice in recruitment, appraisal, performance management and other policy areas are followed.
Prioritise workload to meet competing and conflicting demands within the clinical setting and be prepared to adjust to an unpredictable workload on a daily basis.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted
19 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
267-CH7718148
Job locations
OSRU, Abingdon Community Hospital
Marcham Road
Abingdon
OX14 1AG
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
OSRU, Abingdon Community Hospital
Marcham Road
Abingdon
OX14 1AG
Employer's website
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