Job summary
An exciting opportunity has now arisen and we are in the position to recruit a Senior Physiotherapist within our Older Adult Nursing home within the South of the Trust.
The Physiotherapy Department in mental health is well established and increasingly valued as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Physiotherapist will be responsible for providing a service and support to our Nursing Home Rawreth Court based at Rayleigh, Essex as an integral part of care management across the Trust.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be supported in your role by Physiotherapy leads. Support is provided by Specialist Physiotherapist and Consultant Physiotherapist and close links are maintained with the Physiotherapy service at Southend University Hospital.
Previous experience of musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Neurophysiology is essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be supported in your role by Physiotherapy leads. Support is provided by Specialist Physiotherapist and Consultant Physiotherapist and close links are maintained with the Physiotherapy service at Southend University Hospital.
Previous experience of musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Neurophysiology is essential.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- High standard of education Good standard of written and spoken English
- Diploma / Degree (Bsc / Msc) in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registered Evidence of post graduate study
Desirable
- Accredited Fieldwork Educator
- Member of CSP
Knowledge
Essential
- Chartered Society of Physiotherapists Code of Professional Conduct
Desirable
- Experience of using physiotherapy assessment frameworks
- Knowledge of agencies involved in the care of people with mental health problems
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Literate in IT/Computer Skills
- Proven experience of working in a health, social care or community setting as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of working in partnership with other organisations and services
- Experience of working within a CPA framework
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- High standard of education Good standard of written and spoken English
- Diploma / Degree (Bsc / Msc) in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registered Evidence of post graduate study
Desirable
- Accredited Fieldwork Educator
- Member of CSP
Knowledge
Essential
- Chartered Society of Physiotherapists Code of Professional Conduct
Desirable
- Experience of using physiotherapy assessment frameworks
- Knowledge of agencies involved in the care of people with mental health problems
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Literate in IT/Computer Skills
- Proven experience of working in a health, social care or community setting as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of working in partnership with other organisations and services
- Experience of working within a CPA framework
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).
