Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge and to develop specialist skills within Children's Physiotherapy?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced community children's physiotherapist to lead the Special Schools Physiotherapy Service in Brent. We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic paediatric physiotherapist with appropriate post graduate physiotherapy skills to join our friendly, supportive therapy team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists and assistants.
We are dedicated to developing innovative services and work collaboratively with our local Child Developmental Team, Education and Social Care services, with joint assessments and discussion forums.
As a member of the Team you will provide a high quality service to Children & Young People, aged 0 to 19 years with physical needs in a variety of settings including special schools, nurseries and community clinics.
Applicants must be registered with the Health Professions Council and CSP and have relevant post graduate experience, as specified on the job description and person specification.
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will hold a varied SEN caseload, and will be expected to undertake specialist physiotherapy assessments and devise client centred treatment interventions. The post holder will also provide a leadership role to SEN pathways for preschool and school age CYP and support staff through appraisal and in service training. The post holder will also contribute to the development of physiotherapy clinical pathways and care packages and coordinate physiotherapy services to CYP transitioning from preschool to school and into adult services.
About us
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and personal Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and personal Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Degree/ Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Valid Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- Relevant post-registration specialist education
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Member of the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists
- Supervisory / leadership skills training
Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and experience in paediatric physiotherapy including children with additional needs.
- Experience of delivering physiotherapy within a community setting, including clinic, patient's homes, schools, nursery or children's centres as appropriate
- Substantial experience as a Band 6 physiotherapist in Paediatrics.
- Post graduate experience covering core rotations
- Knowledge/ experience in the use of relevant assessment and treatment approaches, including the use of standardised assessments
- Experience in contributing to policy, procedures, guidelines and clinical standards development.
- Experience in training/teaching healthcare professionals
- Appropriate post graduate experience working with CYP with SEN/ physical disabilities
- Experience working in Special/Mainstream Schools
Desirable
- Experience in conducting audits and / or research.
- Experience in setting up new projects/ initiatives
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of clinical practice and issues relating to the delivery of physiotherapy
- Ability to work with paediatric patients from a diverse range of backgrounds 0-19years
- Advanced skills in the assessment and treatment of CYP with a variety of conditions
- Knowledge and understanding of specialist equipment
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Degree/ Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Valid Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- Relevant post-registration specialist education
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Member of the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists
- Supervisory / leadership skills training
Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and experience in paediatric physiotherapy including children with additional needs.
- Experience of delivering physiotherapy within a community setting, including clinic, patient's homes, schools, nursery or children's centres as appropriate
- Substantial experience as a Band 6 physiotherapist in Paediatrics.
- Post graduate experience covering core rotations
- Knowledge/ experience in the use of relevant assessment and treatment approaches, including the use of standardised assessments
- Experience in contributing to policy, procedures, guidelines and clinical standards development.
- Experience in training/teaching healthcare professionals
- Appropriate post graduate experience working with CYP with SEN/ physical disabilities
- Experience working in Special/Mainstream Schools
Desirable
- Experience in conducting audits and / or research.
- Experience in setting up new projects/ initiatives
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of clinical practice and issues relating to the delivery of physiotherapy
- Ability to work with paediatric patients from a diverse range of backgrounds 0-19years
- Advanced skills in the assessment and treatment of CYP with a variety of conditions
- Knowledge and understanding of specialist equipment
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
