Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Physiotherapist to join our dedicated therapy team within the West Kentcommunity hospitals. Based primarily at Tonbridge Cottage Hospital which delivers care across the NOF pathway, frailty,and a range of orthopaedic and medical conditions.You may also provide cover at our Hawkhurst and Tenterden sites when required. Working alongside physiotherapists, occupational therapists and therapy assistants, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person centredrehabilitation to inpatients with diverse needs.This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with local partners to enhance patient care, contribute to safe and timelydischarges, and support continuous improvement initiatives, all within a friendly and supportive multi-disciplinaryenvironment.
Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom. If you feel you qualify for sponsorship via a discounted salary threshold, please contact us via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number and how you feel you qualify for a discounted salary threshold.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be HCPC registered with relevant post-graduate experience, able to work bothautonomously and as part of a team, and confident in supporting junior colleagues and therapy assistants.Good IT, written and verbal communication skills are important to liaise with a wide range of healthcare professions, thepatients and their carers.You will demonstrate clinical competence, flexibility and a proactive approach, with the ability to travel between sites in atimely manner.
Please note: Applicants must be able to work weekends.For further details or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Wakila Hettiarachchi- w.hettiarachchi@nhs.net.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission
The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB).
As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team viakentchft.recruitment@nhs.netquoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB).
As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team viakentchft.recruitment@nhs.netquoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy; Current HCPC registration; Evidence of updated post graduate training/ CPD
Desirable
- Current Practice educator qualification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstratable post graduate clinical experience; Evidence of working with adults& older people in relation to physical rehabilitation; Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- At least 1-year clinical experience within the NHS; Experience of supervising therapy assistants and/or junior staff, Experience of working within the community; Experience of falls prevention
Special Knowledge and expertise
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of evidence-based practice; Knowledge & understanding of NICE guidelines and relevant NSFs; Knowledge of advanced moving & handling techniques (e.g. hoist assessment); Knowledge of specialist equipment and adaptations.
Desirable
- Understanding of current Health and Social Services agenda
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Understanding of training needs in relation to post; Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines; Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups; Strong influencing and negotiating skills; High standard of clinical skills; Good written and oral communication skills; Good organisational skills, Basic IT knowledge (Word, Excel); Effective team player; Valid UK driving license, business insurance and daily access to a car to allow travel around West Kent Locality in a timely manner
Desirable
- Ability to identify and contribute to service development initiatives
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice; Ability to manage and lead change.
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the team lead; Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures; Ability to manage own time effectively.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy; Current HCPC registration; Evidence of updated post graduate training/ CPD
Desirable
- Current Practice educator qualification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstratable post graduate clinical experience; Evidence of working with adults& older people in relation to physical rehabilitation; Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- At least 1-year clinical experience within the NHS; Experience of supervising therapy assistants and/or junior staff, Experience of working within the community; Experience of falls prevention
Special Knowledge and expertise
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of evidence-based practice; Knowledge & understanding of NICE guidelines and relevant NSFs; Knowledge of advanced moving & handling techniques (e.g. hoist assessment); Knowledge of specialist equipment and adaptations.
Desirable
- Understanding of current Health and Social Services agenda
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Understanding of training needs in relation to post; Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines; Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups; Strong influencing and negotiating skills; High standard of clinical skills; Good written and oral communication skills; Good organisational skills, Basic IT knowledge (Word, Excel); Effective team player; Valid UK driving license, business insurance and daily access to a car to allow travel around West Kent Locality in a timely manner
Desirable
- Ability to identify and contribute to service development initiatives
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice; Ability to manage and lead change.
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the team lead; Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures; Ability to manage own time effectively.
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).
