PhysiotherapistNHS

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a 12 month fixed term/secondment has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our newly established Integrated Neighbourhood Team (INT). This is a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative model of care that brings together health and social care professionals to deliver more joined-up, person-centred support within local communities.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide physiotherapy assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for people with a wide range of conditions and needs across all age groups. You will support individuals to maximise their independence, improve function, and achieve goals that matter most to them.

This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse caseload including reablement, admission avoidance, proactive care, rehabilitation, and the management of long-term conditions. You will work collaboratively with colleagues from a variety of professions to deliver coordinated care that keeps people well, independent, and supported within their own homes wherever possible.

Please be advised as this is a community position, being a car driver with a valid driving license for the UK and access to a car with business insurance is essential.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 Physiotherapist within the Integrated Neighbourhood Team, you will:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate physiotherapy interventions for patients within community settings.
• Deliver rehabilitation and reablement programmes to support independence and recovery.
• Support admission avoidance initiatives by providing timely assessment and intervention.
• Contribute to proactive care planning for individuals with complex and long-term conditions.
• Develop and review personalised goals with patients, carers and families, supporting progression towards agreed outcomes.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues including occupational therapists, nurses, social workers, support workers, paramedics, GPs and other healthcare professionals.
• Promote self-management, health promotion and preventative approaches to care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in team meetings, case discussions and collaborative care planning.

Job description

Integrated Neighbourhood Teams are transforming the way care is delivered, bringing professionals together around the needs of individuals and communities. By joining us, you will play a key role in delivering coordinated, holistic and person-centred care, helping people live healthier, more independent lives while reducing unnecessary hospital admissions and supporting recovery closer to home.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified Physiotherapist registered with the HCPC (or due to register).
• Demonstrates a patient-centred approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality care.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Is adaptable, motivated and able to manage a varied caseload.
• Has an interest in community rehabilitation, integrated working and supporting people to remain independent within their own homes.
• Is committed to continuous learning and professional development.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

A full UK driving license is essential for this post. Please note that an international driving license is not accepted.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.