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Band 7 Physiotherapist – Specialising in Neuro–orthotics part time 22.5 hours a week (WTE 0.6). Permanent contract.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic and innovative physiotherapy department at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery working in the neuro-orthotics team. We welcome applications for this part-time Band 7 Physiotherapist role (22.5 hours per week).
Main duties of the job
You must have substantial postgraduate experience in a physical, neurological setting. Effective communication and a positive approach to the management of complex disability are essential. Regular supervision and support for continued professional development is offered, and the opportunity to work on projects within your peer group.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
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Person specification
Experience
Essential
- 5 years post-graduate work experience at appointment
- 2 years specific neurological experience
- Broad range of experience at junior level including ITU, medical, surgical, neurology, musculoskeletal and elderly care
- Evidence of having worked unsupervised on an emergency and on-call and weekend rota assessing and treating patients with deteriorating respiratory and neurological status on ITU and the wards.
- Evidence of having supervised undergraduate physiotherapy students and/or evidence of having supervised qualified physiotherapists being responsible for undertaking IPR and their professional development.
- Experience of teaching a wide range of groups (for example physiotherapy colleagues, students, physiotherapy assistants, other MDT members).
- Evidence of participation in audit.
- Evidence of active participation in and organisation of in-service training programmes.
Other Requirements
Essential
- The physical capabilities to manage patients with acute and long term neurological disability both on the wards and in the therapy treatment areas
- The ability to work un-social hours
- The ability to travel to NHNN within a 45 minutes or to be prepared to stay in an on-call room when necessary
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Autonomous practitioner who is able to work unsupervised at a specialist level.
- Ability to supervise staff whom will be directly accountable to the post-holder.
- Ability to work efficiently, effectively and professionally as part of a multi-disciplinary team, understanding the role and nature of team working.
- Evidence of up to date Continued Professional Development diary including evidence of reflective practice, in-service training, any courses attended and clinical experience gained
- Evidence of initiative.
- Demonstrate good time management skills
- A positive approach to the treatment of acute, chronic and progressive disability.
- Effective written communication skills, including accurate record keeping using POMR system.
Desirable
- Evidence of effective presentation and training skills.
- Commitment to teaching at a pre and postgraduate level.
- Ability to respond to calls for advice from patients and from health care professional workers nationally and internationally
- Competent IT skills
Education/Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- Degree/or equivalent in Physiotherapy
- Registered Physiotherapist (HPC)
- Post graduate neurosciences courses
- Active member of a neurosciences interest group
- Student supervision or teaching skills course
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
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This advert is for Highly Specialised Physiotherapist in neurosciences – orthotics with University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £58,133 - £65,261 Per annum inclusive of HCAS Pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 25 Jun 2026.
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