Rotational Physiotherapist: Sponsorship Available

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Job summary

Surrey Downs H&C

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist looking to develop your expertise in neurorehabilitation? We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist to join our friendly, supportive, and dynamic team.

This role is ideal for an experienced Band 6 or a Band 5 physiotherapist ready to progress, provided you have some stroke and neuro experience, whether through previous rotations or clinical placements.

We have an established band 6 Neuro rotation which offers experience in the following areas: Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; Acute Stroke Unit; Inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation; Early Supported Discharge Team and Community Neuro Rehabilitation Service.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard physiotherapy service to adult inpatients within the Trust

To assess and treat own caseload of patients, who may have complex presentation, and maintains associated records, as an autonomous practitioner

To supervise and teach recently qualified physiotherapists/physiotherapy assistants/students and involvement in teaching MDT staff.

To undertake evidence-based projects, including recommendations for change in practice and may participate in departmental research and audit

To assist the Band 7 Physiotherapist by monitoring caseloads, recording statistics and prioritising referrals as required

To liaise effectively with other disciplines

Competence in rehabilitation is required, with time spent in stroke and neurorehabilitation desirable.

We offer frequent supervision; regular development reviews and access to band-relevant support groups to ensure you feel supported and continue to develop professionally. Opportunity will be provided to develop leadership skills within a supportive environment.

Please note: A valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes are essential for this role due to community-based visits.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Broad range of experience in the similar role
  • Experience of multi-disciplinary team working
  • Ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD and the use of evidence-based practice.
  • Knowledge and experience of management of elderly patients, including those with falls, dementia and/or delirium

Desirable

  • Experience in supervising junior staff members and students
  • Work across the Neuro pathway – acute, inpatient rehab or community
  • Comprehensive knowledge and experience of safeguarding policies, practices, procedures, and associated
  • Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety issues and responsibilities

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree/ Diploma in Physiotherapy
  • HCPC Registration

Desirable

  • Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
  • Member of relevant special interest group

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Effective prioritisation and management of workload independently
  • Adaptable and flexible, with a strong ability to collaborate effectively within a team
  • Proficient in essential IT functions, including the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Desirable

  • Teaching and presentation skills
  • Demonstrates excellent leadership ability and motivational skills
  • Ability to cope in potentially stressful and distressing situations, maintaining clinical judgement under pressure

Personal Characteristics

Essential

  • Strong interpersonal skills to work with patients, carers and colleagues
  • Able to maintain high standards of confidentiality
  • Physically capable of performing required clinical duties in line with the Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
  • Holds a full UK driving licence with access to a car for work purposes

Desirable

  • Experience of working with EMIS, SystmOne, etc.
  • Flexible to meet service demand
  • Maintains a professional and presentable appearance

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Closing Date: 20 September 2026

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