Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of our supportive and innovative pelvic health team based at the Royal Victoria Infirmary. We are seeking a Band 6 Physiotherapist who wants to gain experience and develop their skills within pelvic health. Our team is small and friendly and offers access to experienced clinical specialists, training and diverse patient groups to support your development.
This post is 23 hours 15 minutes/week, fixed-term contract to cover a period of maternity leave from 6th October 2025- 4th October 2026.
- Interview Date Wednesday 16 July 2025
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
This post holder will deliver high quality and evidence-based care to women with urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
There will be an opportunity to work alongside the Band 8 Physiotherapists to deliver care to women undergoing gynaecology surgery, perineal trauma, and those with complex continence presentations.
We offer a blended approach to appointments using telephone, group and face-to-face visits to meet the needs of women accessing the service. The service supports student placements and the successful post holder will work with the other Band 6's as a clinical educator including supporting in the organisation of student placements.
Applicants should have a wide range of experience as a Physiotherapist at Band 5 level. Previous experience of pelvic health physiotherapy is preferred; demonstration of transferable skills from other specialities is acceptable. The successful post holder will work as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team including maternity, gynaecology and colorectal services. Previous experience of acupuncture would be an advantage but is not essential.
Key attributes for this role are:
- An enthusiasm for the specialism of pelvic health
- An interest in developing virtual health services
- Enhanced communication skills
- Team working with physiotherapy and other colleagues
- Flexibility in approach and to working hours
- Excellent time management
About us
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
o Freeman Hospitalo Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)o Newcastle Dental Hospitalo Newcastle Fertility Centreo Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbriao Northern Genetics Serviceo Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care (assessment, treatment and advice) to a complex patient group in the Pelvic Health specialty.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care (assessment, treatment and advice) to a complex patient group in the Pelvic Health specialty.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Degree or equivalent Diploma in Physiotherapy
- State Registered with Health & Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapists
- Involvement in relevant CSP Clinical Special Interest groups i.e., POGP
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- NHS experience in a rotational post providing a broad range of experience across the core areas of physiotherapy
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Advanced knowledge of a range of medical conditions and their impact on patient's functional abilities
- Sound knowledge of the physiotherapy process
- An ability to apply evidence-based practice related to the speciality
Desirable
- Knowledge of undertaking research and audit projects
- Knowledge of current NHS issues e.g., NHS 10 Year Plan
- Previous experience in a women's or pelvic health rotation or post
- Experience of working with patients with physical health problems
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and as an autonomous practitioner
- Commitment to personal, professional, and service development
- Ability to present information, in a clear and logical manner
- Able to cope with physical demands of post including using wheelchairs and hoists, therapeutic moving and handling of patients and application of a range of manual therapy techniques
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Vaginal examination
- Ano-rectal examination
- Experience and enthusiasm for virtual health applications
- Driving license
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Degree or equivalent Diploma in Physiotherapy
- State Registered with Health & Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapists
- Involvement in relevant CSP Clinical Special Interest groups i.e., POGP
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- NHS experience in a rotational post providing a broad range of experience across the core areas of physiotherapy
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Advanced knowledge of a range of medical conditions and their impact on patient's functional abilities
- Sound knowledge of the physiotherapy process
- An ability to apply evidence-based practice related to the speciality
Desirable
- Knowledge of undertaking research and audit projects
- Knowledge of current NHS issues e.g., NHS 10 Year Plan
- Previous experience in a women's or pelvic health rotation or post
- Experience of working with patients with physical health problems
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and as an autonomous practitioner
- Commitment to personal, professional, and service development
- Ability to present information, in a clear and logical manner
- Able to cope with physical demands of post including using wheelchairs and hoists, therapeutic moving and handling of patients and application of a range of manual therapy techniques
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Vaginal examination
- Ano-rectal examination
- Experience and enthusiasm for virtual health applications
- Driving license
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).
