Band 6 Rotational PhysiotherapistNHS

Job summary

This post requires a graduate level state-registered physiotherapist with relevant clinical experience

The post holder will:

Provide specialised and evidence-based physiotherapy in the clinical areas as part of a 7-day service

Provide clinical support, guidance and supervision for band 5 staff, apprentices, students and Rehabilitation Assistants working

Assist the Team Leads in the planning, co-ordinating, delivery and evaluation of the Therapy service

Deputise on behalf of the Team Lead on both clinical issues and leadership duties within the Team

Have a broad understanding of physiotherapy specialities and of wider departmental/ professional issues

Partake in weekend working, respiratory on-call duties and other clinical extended hours services as rotations require

Main duties of the job

Provide a high standard of Physiotherapy to Inpatient and iMsK services.

Actively participate in their own clinical development.

Provide a high level of Physiotherapy input to the service users.

Be responsible for the safe and correct use of equipment within the department.

Provide clinical supervision, support and training to Peers, Band 5 Physiotherapists, Assistants and Students.

Job description

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this fantastic role.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.