Job overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 physiotherapist to join our supportive and dynamic community therapy team on a fixed-term/secondment basis to cover maternity leave.
This is an excellent opportunity for an established band 5 paediatric therapist to develop their clinical skills within a well-established service, working with children and young people aged 0-19 across a variety of settings eg special school , clinic and home settings.
This is part time 32.5 hours per week role until 29th October 2027.
Main duties of the job
- Assess, diagnose, and manage a varied caseload of patients with physical needs
- Deliver evidence-based interventions in line with best practice
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families, carers, and external agencies
- Maintain accurate clinical records and reports
- Participate in service development and team meetings
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.
Applicant requirements
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
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate the ability to work at relevant level
- Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses
- In-depth knowledge of working within the NHS
- Able to support workplace learning for staff and students, and specifically act as a field work educator, and preceptor
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate the ability to work within a community health team
- Able to demonstrate the management of complex casework
Experience
Essential
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
- Post registration experience in a relevant clinical setting.
Desirable
- Evidence of previous community paediatric physiotherapy experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or 1st Level degree in Physiotherapy (or equivalent)
- Current HCPC registration
- Clinical educators course within the first year
- Must hold a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle or viable alternative
Desirable
- Consultation skills
- Coaching skills
- Additional leadership qualification
- Specialist Physiotherapy courses
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This advert is for Paediatric Physiotherapist with East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust in Colchester Primary Care Centre. It is listed as a Band 6 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata. The contract type is 12 months (Fixed term/secondment until 29th October 2027). The application deadline is 04 Sep 2026.
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