Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic band 5 physiotherapist passionate about rehabilitation to join the Band 5 physiotherapy rotational scheme within the Waltham Forest Rehabilitation Services.
Due to internal promotion the opportunity has arisen to join the rotation between the community rehabilitation team and the inpatient rehabilitation unit - Ainslie Rehab Unit.
The Waltham Forest Community Rehabilitation Service is multidisciplinary and provides the residents of the London Borough of Waltham Forest with intensive rehabilitation either in a bedded unit or at home.
Excellent communication skills are essential as well as good knowledge of current Physiotherapy best practice and the ability to work as an effective team member across a multi-professional team.
As part of the Waltham Forest Rehabilitation services we can offer you:
- Regular clinical and managerial supervision from experienced physiotherapists.
- A programme of In-service training
- Training and development opportunities
- A dedicated AHP Preceptorship programme (This programme is a supportive programme to assist you with the transition from a learner/newly registered staff member to a fully autonomous healthcare practitioner.)
Main duties of the job
The main responsibilities of the post:
- To work flexibly and assist in effective and efficient delivery of the service.
- The post holder will utilise a range of skills and experience gained in clinical practice to perform a specialist, comprehensive assessments using clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to formulate a treatment plan based on clinical findings.
- To assess the physiotherapy needs of patients presenting with a range of complex diagnosis and symptoms. These can include chronic, acute and palliative care within own competencies, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary.
- To provide patients and relatives with information and education thus ensuring they have meaningful choices that promote dignity, independence and quality of life.
- To working within the context of a multidisciplinary team liaising with other team members and with external agencies.
About us
COVID-19 Vaccination
We continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff, and their families.
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
Starting with NELFT
NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process, new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
High-Cost Area Supplement - London
This post also attracts payment for High-Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,313 and a maximum payment of £5,436).
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the summary below you need to familiarise yourself with the job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
- Current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.
- Demonstrate a clear interest in working in the field of rehabilitation.
- To carry out specialised Physiotherapy assessments and interventions for patients with complex needs.
- Manage a caseload of patients using evidence based practice. To establish, evaluate and modify appropriate treatment plans, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary.
- To select and apply physiotherapy assessments or outcome measures for a designated caseload.
- Have good time management skills and be able to prioritise and work on own initiative.
- Be able to work autonomously in a safe manner in service users homes and within a rehabilitation unit.
- Demonstrate flexibility, good communication skills and ability to work as a team member.
- Willing to supervise Physiotherapy students / apprentices or junior members of staff
- Demonstrate evidence of Continuous Professional Development.
- Be computer literate and have knowledge of data protection.
- The ability to travel efficiently across Waltham Forest.
- To work as part of a team covering a 7 day rota.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.
We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the summary below you need to familiarise yourself with the job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
- Current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.
- Demonstrate a clear interest in working in the field of rehabilitation.
- To carry out specialised Physiotherapy assessments and interventions for patients with complex needs.
- Manage a caseload of patients using evidence based practice. To establish, evaluate and modify appropriate treatment plans, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary.
- To select and apply physiotherapy assessments or outcome measures for a designated caseload.
- Have good time management skills and be able to prioritise and work on own initiative.
- Be able to work autonomously in a safe manner in service users homes and within a rehabilitation unit.
- Demonstrate flexibility, good communication skills and ability to work as a team member.
- Willing to supervise Physiotherapy students / apprentices or junior members of staff
- Demonstrate evidence of Continuous Professional Development.
- Be computer literate and have knowledge of data protection.
- The ability to travel efficiently across Waltham Forest.
- To work as part of a team covering a 7 day rota.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.
We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Physiotherapy Degree / Diploma or equivalent
- State registration (HCPC)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Broad range of clinical placements
Desirable
Knoweldge
Essential
- Basic clinical knowledge
- Awareness of NHS agenda
Desirable
- Aware of legal responisbilites of the profession.
Skills
Essential
- Organisational
- Communication
- Time management
- IT skills
Essential guidance
Essential
- Ability to travel efficiently throughout Waltham Forest.
- Willing to be part of a 7 day working rota
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Physiotherapy Degree / Diploma or equivalent
- State registration (HCPC)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Broad range of clinical placements
Desirable
Knoweldge
Essential
- Basic clinical knowledge
- Awareness of NHS agenda
Desirable
- Aware of legal responisbilites of the profession.
Skills
Essential
- Organisational
- Communication
- Time management
- IT skills
Essential guidance
Essential
- Ability to travel efficiently throughout Waltham Forest.
- Willing to be part of a 7 day working rota
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
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Rotational across Waltham Forest NELFT services
1st floor Woodbury Unit, James Lane
Leytonstone
E11 1NU
Employer's website
https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
