Job summary
We have a vacancy for a Maternity Cover, Full Time, Band 7 Physiotherapist to take a senior role in the Neuromuscular Team.
The Dubowitz Neuromuscular Service is the largest Paediatric Neuromuscular Service in the country taking children from all over the UK and abroad for diagnosis and on-going assessment and management. The work is mainly clinic based but children can be seen on the wards when admitted for specialist treatments, with respiratory problems, for orthopaedic surgery and for hydrotherapy and rehabilitation. While we are part of neurosciences, there is an emphasis on musculoskeletal problems, with contracture management, splinting and orthotics being important adjuncts to our work.
Main duties of the job
The team currently comprises of a Band 8, 4 x Band 7s (3 part time), one rotational and one non-rotational Band 6 and a Band 4 Physiotherapy Assistant.
We are part of the wider Physiotherapy Department and Neuromuscular Teams. Within Neuromuscular there is a major emphasis on teaching and research with 4 Research Physiotherapists with whom we work closely.
We frequently take undergraduate and post graduate students and visiting therapists from the UK and abroad. There are many opportunities to teach and attend conferences in Neuromuscular and related fields.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks.
Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values o Always welcoming
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- UK recognised degree or equivalent qualification in physiotherapy
- Health Professions Council Registration
- Evidence of CPD maintained in portfolio including attendance at relevant postgraduate courses
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and relevant Clinical Interest group(s) eg APCP
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Broad grounding as a qualified physiotherapist within an NHS setting
- Post-graduate experience in paediatric physiotherapy
- Understanding of professional development issues and NHS reform
Desirable
- Knowledge of paediatric neuromuscular disorders
- Previous experience in a tertiary centre and the relationships with local services
- Knowledge of audit, research methodology and clinical governance
- Experience of team and department working in physiotherapy
- Competent in techniques of hydrotherapy
- Understanding of the problems of children with muscle weakness
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of both a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team
- Ability to prioritise workload using time management and delegation skills
- Assessment and treatment of paediatric orthopaedic, paediatric MSK and/or paediatric neuromuscular conditions
- Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills across the age ranges and ability to work with and teach patients and families
- Computer literate, including excel and databases
- Confident in water
Desirable
- Able to motivate and develop others, junior colleagues, children and families
- Good teaching and presentation skills to other staff members
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values o Always welcoming
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- UK recognised degree or equivalent qualification in physiotherapy
- Health Professions Council Registration
- Evidence of CPD maintained in portfolio including attendance at relevant postgraduate courses
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and relevant Clinical Interest group(s) eg APCP
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Broad grounding as a qualified physiotherapist within an NHS setting
- Post-graduate experience in paediatric physiotherapy
- Understanding of professional development issues and NHS reform
Desirable
- Knowledge of paediatric neuromuscular disorders
- Previous experience in a tertiary centre and the relationships with local services
- Knowledge of audit, research methodology and clinical governance
- Experience of team and department working in physiotherapy
- Competent in techniques of hydrotherapy
- Understanding of the problems of children with muscle weakness
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of both a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team
- Ability to prioritise workload using time management and delegation skills
- Assessment and treatment of paediatric orthopaedic, paediatric MSK and/or paediatric neuromuscular conditions
- Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills across the age ranges and ability to work with and teach patients and families
- Computer literate, including excel and databases
- Confident in water
Desirable
- Able to motivate and develop others, junior colleagues, children and families
- Good teaching and presentation skills to other staff members
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
