Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Physiotherapist to join our Short-Term Care Beds service as a Band 7 Physiotherapy Lead on a job share basis (0.4 WTE, 2 days per week).
This key leadership role is central to delivering high-quality, patient-centred rehabilitation within Leedss community short-term care bed provision. You will work in close partnership with Leeds City Council and lead physiotherapy input across four service bases, ensuring safe, effective care that supports timely discharge and promotes patient independence.
Main duties of the job
As Physiotherapy Lead, you will:
- Provide clinical leadership across the service, delivering and overseeing high-quality assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for patients with complex needs
- Lead and support service development, quality improvement initiatives, and innovation across all four bases
- Collaborate effectively within multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams to deliver integrated care
- Support workforce development through supervision, mentoring, and education of staff and students
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and patient-centred care
About You
We are looking for a dynamic and collaborative Physiotherapist who:
- Has experience working at Band 6 level or above within rehabilitation, community, or intermediate care settings
- Demonstrates strong leadership skills and the ability to influence and develop services
- Has experience working within multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environments
- Is confident working across multiple sites and able to manage competing priorities effectively
- Is passionate about integrated care and improving patient outcomes
Full UK driving licence and access to a car is essential due to travel across multiple sites in Leeds
Please Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.
Adverts will close early where the maximum numbers of applicants are reached.
About us
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Details
- Date posted: 03 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 7
- Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: VP700151D1
- Job locations: Citywide - Wharfedale Hospital, Newall Carr Road, Otley, LS21 2LY, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.
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This advert is for Band 7 Physiotherapy Lead – Short Term Care Beds with Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust in Leeds, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £49,387 to £56,515 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 25 Jun 2026.
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