Location
Doncaster, England
Salary
£32073.00 to £39043.00
Profession
Physiotherapist
Grade
Band 5
Deadline
16 Oct 2026
Contract Type
Fixed-Term
Posted Date
02 Oct 2026
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Job requirements

Essential

9 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • Knowledge & Experience

    Experience in a broad range of clinical placements/specialties

  • Knowledge & Experience

    Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and multi-disciplinary team

  • Qualifications & Training

    Registered healthcare professional (HCPC) or student due to qualify as a healthcare professional (HCPC)

  • Qualifications & Training

    Degree in physiotherapy or MSc with licence to practice physiotherapy or working towards

  • Personal Attributes & Skills

    Competent IT skills

  • Personal Attributes & Skills

    Ability to keep accurate and legible patient records

  • Personal Attributes & Skills

    Good communication and listening skills with an understanding of the needs of people with disabilities and their carers

  • Personal Attributes & Skills

    Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services

  • Personal Attributes & Skills

    Ability to comprehend and work within Trust policies to meet the differing needs of patients and carers, include Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety

Desirable

3 listed

Additional qualities the employer would prefer.

  • Knowledge & Experience

    Experience working in an inpatient MDT rehabilitation environment

  • Qualifications & Training

    Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

  • Personal Attributes & Skills

    Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues

Job summary

This is a 12 month Fixed term Band 5 post - inpatient rehabilitation (22.5 hours per week)

This is an exciting opportunity for a registered Band 5 Physiotherapist to join the high performing MDT at the Fred and Ann Green Rehabilitation Centre based at Montagu Hospital, part of Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust .

The Fred and Ann Green Rehabilitation centre is a purpose built unit on the journey to achieving centre of excellence status. Facilities within the centre include 2 inpatient wards in addition to a dedicated outpatient department, assessment rooms and a state of the art rehabilitation gym.

This post offers a great opportunity for the successful applicant to extend their skills and knowledge within the the exciting field of inpatient rehabilitation.

We have a 12 month fixed term post available based within the Fred and Ann Green Rehabilitation Centre.

The physiotherapy service across Doncaster and Bassetlaw undertakes a number of out of hours services, including on-call. The post holder will be assessed for suitability to support one of these services.

Please note, the vacancy may close early if the maximum number of applications is received.

Main duties of the job

As a physiotherapist working within the rehabilitation service at DBTH, you will be a valued member of the team, providing high quality care to patients, in a professional and compassionate manner. You will be able to contribute ideas and support clinical initiatives in order to provide evidence based patient care.

The department is committed to a CPD programme including monthly one to one supervision with an experienced Band 6 Physiotherapist.

Applicants must have a qualification in Physiotherapy and hold current registration with the HCPC (this can be pending). Experience of working within an inpatient rehabilitation service is desirable. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential and a positive approach to problem solving.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Details

  • Date posted: 02 October 2026
  • Pay scheme: Agenda for change
  • Band: Band 5
  • Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
  • Contract: Fixed term
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Working pattern: Part-time
  • Reference number: 272-8225271
  • Job locations: Montagu Hospital, Adwick Road, Mexborough, S64 0AZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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This advert is for Rehabilitation Physiotherapist - Band 5 with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Doncaster, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £32073.00 to £39043.00. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 16 Oct 2026.

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