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Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

B6 Physiotherapist

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated physiotherapist with proven clinical interest and skills in neurological rehabilitation and complex disability management to join the Band 6 rotational physiotherapy scheme at the RHN. The RHN provides specialised care for patients with a range of neurological conditions and complex disabilities. Rotational opportunities span across our Level1a Neurorehabilitation, Specialist Nursing Home, Long term ventilation services and Neuro Behavioural unit.

The post holder will work within specialist interdisciplinary teams and have an opportunity to gain excellent knowledge and skills in:

  • Complex 24 hour postural management
  • Tone assessment and management- including splinting, serial casting, use of Botox.
  • Respiratory management including long term ventilation, tracheostomy care and weaning.
  • Complex Neurorehabilitation
  • Leadership and supervision.
  • Service development and research.

This post is rotational, encompassing the Brain Injury Service Level 1a Neurorehabilitation, specialist nursing home, long-term ventilator unit and Neuro-behavioural services. The post holder will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, as well as working alongside other physiotherapists and support staff. The postholder will be accountable to the Lead Physiotherapist in their servicearea.

Main duties of the job

  • To provide specialist patient-centred assessment and treatment for a complex neurological clinical caseload as part of a specialist interdisciplinary team.
  • To demonstrate awareness of the RHNs values and contribute to achieving them appropriately.
  • To strive to improve efficiency in all areas of your work including in leadership and supervisory capacities.
  • To ensure professionalism and excellent communication with staff, patient, relatives and external agencies.

About us

The RHN is a leading national centre of excellence, providing person-centred services for adults with acquired brain injuries. Our pathways span from post-acute rehabilitation services to end of life care, for people with complex neuro-disability. We hold a strong ethos of supporting our residents, patients and their families. Our services are underpinned by a strong research and education programme.

Details

Date posted

20 March 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£20,858 to £27,509 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

Physio25*2

Job locations

Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

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Putney

London

SW15 3SW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Physiotherapist (Band 6) Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

Department:Physiotherapy

Responsible to:Therapy Manager/line manager

Salary range:£20,857.60 - £27,509.33 per annum (pro rata from £39108 - £51580 FTE)

Hours of work:Part time 20 hours per week

Contract Type:One Permanent

Location:Putney, Southwest London

Closing date:19/04/25

Benefits:

  • Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
  • Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)
  • Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union
  • Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
  • Free on-site parking (rare in London)
  • More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Physiotherapist (Band 6) Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

Department:Physiotherapy

Responsible to:Therapy Manager/line manager

Salary range:£20,857.60 - £27,509.33 per annum (pro rata from £39108 - £51580 FTE)

Hours of work:Part time 20 hours per week

Contract Type:One Permanent

Location:Putney, Southwest London

Closing date:19/04/25

Benefits:

  • Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
  • Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)
  • Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union
  • Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
  • Free on-site parking (rare in London)
  • More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of delegation and supervision of junior staff, physiotherapy support staff and students.
  • Experience of respiratory management, including tracheostomy management.
  • Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with a good understanding of the need for evidence based practice and service development.
  • Demonstrate the ability to competently carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team to establish patient-centred goals.
  • Ability to prioritise and manage a large caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate.
  • Evidence of working well in a team.

Desirable

  • Experience in splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions
  • Council Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance
  • Completion of core physiotherapy rotations at band 5 or equivalent level for at least 18 months with a minimum of 6 months experience in neurology

Desirable

  • Evidence of working well in a team
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of delegation and supervision of junior staff, physiotherapy support staff and students.
  • Experience of respiratory management, including tracheostomy management.
  • Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with a good understanding of the need for evidence based practice and service development.
  • Demonstrate the ability to competently carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team to establish patient-centred goals.
  • Ability to prioritise and manage a large caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate.
  • Evidence of working well in a team.

Desirable

  • Experience in splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions
  • Council Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance
  • Completion of core physiotherapy rotations at band 5 or equivalent level for at least 18 months with a minimum of 6 months experience in neurology

Desirable

  • Evidence of working well in a team

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

Address

Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

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Putney

London

SW15 3SW


Employer's website

https://www.rhn.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

Address

Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

--

Putney

London

SW15 3SW


Employer's website

https://www.rhn.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment

Recruitment Team RHN

recruitment@rhn.org.uk

Details

Date posted

20 March 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£20,858 to £27,509 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

Physio25*2

Job locations

Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

--

Putney

London

SW15 3SW


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