Job summary
Band 7: £49,387 - £56,515 pro rata, per annum
Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Permanent Position
Are you an experienced therapist looking for an exciting leadership opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Operational Lead to join our Medical Therapy Team.
Main duties of the job
As the Operational Lead, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing the Medical Therapy Team. You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care, and for supporting the professional development of the therapy team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership position and make a significant impact on patient outcomes and service delivery.
About us
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.
Join our dynamic Therapy Team at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth, dedicated to delivering patient centred care in the acute hospital setting and supporting their journey back out into the community. We pride ourselves in fostering a collaborative environment where innovation and professional growth thrive.
Details
- Date posted: 28 May 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 7
- Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: REF2339C
- Job locations: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham, Hampshire, PO6 3LY, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Medical Therapy Team.
- Lead, motivate, and manage a team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and therapy support workers, ensuring high standards of clinical practice and patient care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care to patients.
- Monitor and evaluate service delivery, implementing improvements where necessary.
- Manage caseloads, prioritizing urgent and complex cases.
- Ensure compliance with relevant policies, guidelines, and best practice standards.
- Support the training, development, and supervision of therapy staff and students.
- Contribute to service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
If you are a proactive and experienced therapist with a passion for leadership and patient care, we would love to hear from you.
For further information, please contact Lucy Elloway via l.elloway@nhs.net or ext. 6838
Please refer to the Job description for further details
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