Job summary
We are seeking a motivated, Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our community Learning Disability Healthcare Team. As a friendly and dynamic team, we provide specialist services for adults with learning disabilities across Wandsworth.
Wandsworth Community Learning Disability Healthcare Team is a dynamic multidisciplinary team with a range of professional groups including nursing, occupational therapy, psychiatry, speech and language, dietetics and physiotherapy. Psychology and behaviour support provision is delivered within an integrated MDT. The service works in close partnership with external health and social care professionals, local providers and third sector organisations.
You'll be part of a team that is compassionate and supportive and genuinely committed to working together with the people who use our services, their families, carers and wider networks.
Main duties of the job
You will need specialist clinical assessment skills and the ability to work with people who present with complex physical disability. You will be involved in 24-hour postural management, MDT working in dysphagia management, mobility assessments and falls prevention, as well as optimising exercise opportunities for adults with learning disabilities. Assessment and intervention will take place in a variety of community settings including clients' own homes, supported living facilities, registered care homes and community day services.
You will be supported in this aspect of the role by the Band 7 Physiotherapist and the Clinical Service Lead.
About us
We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.
We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027.
We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.
We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as an autonomous practitioner, taking responsibility for the physiotherapeutic management of service users on your caseload.
To undertake advanced, holistic physiotherapy assessments and formulate comprehensive treatment plans and collaborative goals.
To be aware of individual service user history, background & culture, and to take this into account in order to plan and implement treatment plans collaboratively with the service user.
To monitor and evaluate treatment, regularly measuring progress, to demonstrate and ensure effectiveness of physiotherapy intervention.
To assess and manage risk effectively, ensuring a safe environment in which to practise at all times.
To be familiar with commonly used psychotropic medication and side effects.
To be able to deliver physiotherapeutic interventions while adopting a flexible approach to service delivery.
To lead exercise groups as required.
To advise service users and direct them towards information/services which promote healthier lifestyles.
To hold a flexible and positive attitude to the development of the role of the physiotherapist within Mental Health Services.
To maintain accurate, comprehensive and timely treatment records in line with CSP standards of practice and to supervise junior and student physiotherapists record keeping to the same standards.
To plan and prioritise the caseload of more junior staff and students where necessary.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as an autonomous practitioner, taking responsibility for the physiotherapeutic management of service users on your caseload.
To undertake advanced, holistic physiotherapy assessments and formulate comprehensive treatment plans and collaborative goals.
To be aware of individual service user history, background & culture, and to take this into account in order to plan and implement treatment plans collaboratively with the service user.
To monitor and evaluate treatment, regularly measuring progress, to demonstrate and ensure effectiveness of physiotherapy intervention.
To assess and manage risk effectively, ensuring a safe environment in which to practise at all times.
To be familiar with commonly used psychotropic medication and side effects.
To be able to deliver physiotherapeutic interventions while adopting a flexible approach to service delivery.
To lead exercise groups as required.
To advise service users and direct them towards information/services which promote healthier lifestyles.
To hold a flexible and positive attitude to the development of the role of the physiotherapist within Mental Health Services.
To maintain accurate, comprehensive and timely treatment records in line with CSP standards of practice and to supervise junior and student physiotherapists record keeping to the same standards.
To plan and prioritise the caseload of more junior staff and students where necessary.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Physiotherapy degree
- Full HCPC registration
Desirable
- Postgraduate training courses relevant to Mental Health
- CSP registered
Experience
Essential
- 3 years experience as a junior grade in a broad range of clinical rotations including MSK, older people, neurology, respiratory care and rehabilitation.
- Experience of working with service users presenting with mental health conditions
- A good understanding of issues facing service users with mental health conditions.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a mental health setting
- Previous experience of supervising students &/or physiotherapy assistants
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to present information in a clear and logical manner (written and orally).
- Able to develop therapeutic rapport with service users of diverse ages and backgrounds.
- Good all-round physiotherapy skills, including neurology, musculo-skeletal and older peoples' assessment skills
- Understanding of issues around professional ethics, conduct, health & safety and risk awareness.
Desirable
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Physiotherapy degree
- Full HCPC registration
Desirable
- Postgraduate training courses relevant to Mental Health
- CSP registered
Experience
Essential
- 3 years experience as a junior grade in a broad range of clinical rotations including MSK, older people, neurology, respiratory care and rehabilitation.
- Experience of working with service users presenting with mental health conditions
- A good understanding of issues facing service users with mental health conditions.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a mental health setting
- Previous experience of supervising students &/or physiotherapy assistants
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to present information in a clear and logical manner (written and orally).
- Able to develop therapeutic rapport with service users of diverse ages and backgrounds.
- Good all-round physiotherapy skills, including neurology, musculo-skeletal and older peoples' assessment skills
- Understanding of issues around professional ethics, conduct, health & safety and risk awareness.
Desirable
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).
