Job summary
We are looking for a motivated Physiotherapist with relevant skills and experience to join the Discharge to Assess Trafford Team. An opportunity to work in a supportive team, supporting a busy, productive service as part of the Trafford Community Response Teams.
Full time over 7 days to include weekends and bank holidays
Trafford Local Care Organisation is the partnership organisation that provides NHS community health services to the people of the borough. We work closely as NHS community health services and social care services in Trafford & Manchester We are driven by the aim of improving the health of local people in Trafford & Manchester by working across organisational boundaries. Our teams work as one in the neighbourhoods they serve - delivering and designing services in partnership with local people.
The Discharge to Assess service will be a seven day service, therefore this entails working some weekends, bank holidays and late shifts on a rota basis. The post involves working across the main hospital site and the community, delivering holistic assessments & interventions to patients in their own homes/ place of residence.
Independent travel within the local geographical area to deliver the role is essential.
Please be aware you must hold a valid UK driving licence and have daily access to a car to apply for this role.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will triage, assess, implement, plan and evaluate the delivery of direct patient care as an independent practitioner relevant to their Band.
Working as a practitioner within a multi-disciplinary / multi-agency service, they will facilitate timely discharge from an acute hospital or community bed and provide same day assessment and support planning to meet a person's needs in the community.
The post holder will provide and / or arrange appropriate support and interventions in the community working closely with colleagues across all sectors. They will work flexibly providing therapy support in the community as required to provide the full discharge to assess service cover.
Working as an integral part of the team your role will be to provide specialist assessment skills, knowledge and management of patients in the community whilst ensuring the delivery of high caliber care, and efficient use of facilities, manpower and other resources.
The post holder will provide specialist knowledge and clinical skills to ensure the delivery of care within the D2A team and wider TCR service as required. Working to ensure the patients can be managed safely at home following a hospital admission.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of relevant post registration training / CPD
Desirable
- Clinical educator
- Member of CSP
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience as a band 5 in core clinical areas
- Experience of timely assessments and developing and delivering care plans to meet these needs
- Supervision and education of less experienced staff, students or assistants ensuring safe working practices
- Experience of working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Community experience
- Previous Band 6 experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current health policy and relevance to the delivery of health care service.
- Knowledge and understanding of complex medical, social and psychological needs of older adults.
- Knowledge of evidence base practice
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for practice
- Knowledge of managing difficult situations and conflict resolution
- Ability to comprehend and work within Trust policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and safety
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work as a team member
- Flexibility and able to work extended hours as per service
Other
Essential
- Valid UK driving licence and access to a car on daily basis
- General good health and evidence of a good attendance record
- DBS Clearance at an enhanced level
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Clinical reasoning skills / knowledge underpinning clinical skills specific to clinical area.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent moving and handling skills.
- Ability to organise, prioritise a highly complex and busy caseload and delegate appropriately
- Good time management skills, working to time pressures as part of caseload management. Ability to maintain judgement under pressure
Desirable
- Contribution to service development
- Contribution to staff development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of relevant post registration training / CPD
Desirable
- Clinical educator
- Member of CSP
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience as a band 5 in core clinical areas
- Experience of timely assessments and developing and delivering care plans to meet these needs
- Supervision and education of less experienced staff, students or assistants ensuring safe working practices
- Experience of working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Community experience
- Previous Band 6 experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current health policy and relevance to the delivery of health care service.
- Knowledge and understanding of complex medical, social and psychological needs of older adults.
- Knowledge of evidence base practice
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for practice
- Knowledge of managing difficult situations and conflict resolution
- Ability to comprehend and work within Trust policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and safety
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work as a team member
- Flexibility and able to work extended hours as per service
Other
Essential
- Valid UK driving licence and access to a car on daily basis
- General good health and evidence of a good attendance record
- DBS Clearance at an enhanced level
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Clinical reasoning skills / knowledge underpinning clinical skills specific to clinical area.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent moving and handling skills.
- Ability to organise, prioritise a highly complex and busy caseload and delegate appropriately
- Good time management skills, working to time pressures as part of caseload management. Ability to maintain judgement under pressure
Desirable
- Contribution to service development
- Contribution to staff development
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).
