# Lymphoedema Nurse/Physiotherapist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Provide CIC. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/lymphoedema-nursephysiotherapist/5bd01918-1918-40e5-808a-5083bcc54fcb - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/lymphoedema-nursephysiotherapist/5bd01918-1918-40e5-808a-5083bcc54fcb.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Provide CIC - **Location:** Braintree Community Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Physiotherapist - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part time - 22.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-09-17T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-04T15:44:39.403Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Essex/Braintree/Provide_CIC/Physiotherapist/Physiotherapist-v8212753 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8212753?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://providecommunity.org.uk/ ## Job Content ### Job overview We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Lymphoedema Nurse or Physiotherapist to join our specialist service. We welcome applications from experienced Band 6 nurses or physiotherapists, as well as motivated Band 5 nurses who are keen to develop their skills and progress within this specialist area and take the next step in their career. We will provide appropriate training and support to develop the knowledge, clinical skills and confidence required to work within the service. You will provide high-quality, patient centred care to individuals living with lymphoedema and related conditions across the local community. The role involves assessing, treating and reviewing patients, developing personalised care plans, and supporting self-management to improve independence, wellbeing and quality of life. You will work autonomously while collaborating closely with patients, carers and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver effective, holistic care. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge, clinical skills and professional practise within specialist lymphoedema care as well as support our commitment to delivering outstanding community-based services. ### Main duties of the job The Provide CIC Lymphoedema Service provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for both primary and secondary lymphoedema. Working as part of the specialist lymphoedema team alongside the Lymphoedema Nurse Specialist and Associate Practitioner, the post holder will provide high-quality, evidence based assessment and treatment. This will include skin care advice, manual lymphatic drainage, exercise and movement guidance, self-management education and compression therapy (multi-layer compression bandaging/hosiery/wraps) and intensive therapy options for complex cases. The post holder will manage a clinical caseload, undertake specialist assessment and treatment and work autonomously within their scope of competence. They will provide care across a range of community settings, including patients' homes and multiple clinic locations, maintaining professional standards and continuity of care. They will demonstrate advanced clinical decision making and seek advice from the Lymphoedema Nurse Specialist when required. A key aspect of the role is to provide advice, support and education to healthcare professionals enhancing their knowledge and skills in the recognition and management of lymphoedema. This should be in line with national guidance and best practise, supporting the consistent delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities For a full list of the main responsibilities for this role please see the attached job description. Thank you for taking the time to apply for a role within Provide. ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. ## Person Specification ### IT **Desirable** - Experience of Systm One ### Skills **Essential** - Able to teach and provide education to patients, families, carers and health professionals ### Experience **Essential** - Relevant substantial nursing or physiotherapy experience **Desirable** - Cancer / palliative care knowledge and experience ### Circumstances **Essential** - Car driver with full UK driving licence ### Qualifications **Essential** - Registered Nurse or Physiotherapist with degree or equivalent - Chronic oedema / lymphoedema training or leg ulcer management **Desirable** - Formal training and / or certificate in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) techniques ### Personal Attributes **Essential** - Able to work as part of a team as well as a wider multidisciplinary team ## Documents - [specification (pdf, 160.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10575956) - [job description (pdf, 160.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10575955) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.