Search for more NHS jobs in Nottingham
Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic graduate or qualified Band 5 Physiotherapist seeking a varied rotational experience in a predominantly community setting. This is an opportunity to progress your registered professional career working within a variety of excellent multi-disciplinary teams and with dedicated Senior Physiotherapists based across Nottinghamshire.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Main duties of the job
You will have the opportunity to work in the following areas, rotations are for 6 months.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Musculoskeletal Outpatients
Primary Care - Community Therapy
Paediatrics
Mental Health in Older People - Highbury Hospital & Community
You must have varied placement experience at undergraduate level, excellent communication skills and experience of team working. You should be able to demonstrate your knowledge of assessment and treatment in the clinical setting. This is predominately a community post.
You will be well supported with personal & professional development with structured supervision, appraisal, peer support and CPD. Each rotation is supervised by an experienced Specialist Physiotherapist.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Within each clinical area you will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients with a variety of presentations to determine clinical diagnosis and physiotherapy interventions where indicated and to maintain appropriate care records.
You will work effectively both independently and as a team member to assist in the delivery of high-quality physiotherapy services in line with individual departments and our Trust’s aims.
You will ensure a high standard of clinical care using evidence-based practice and outcome measures, keeping up to date with clinical developments.
You will ensure effective, considered communication with patients and carers to provide exceptional patient care.
A full UK driving licence and car for business use is essential for this rotational post.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Empathetic and psychologically minded
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Well organised
- Good reasoning skills
- Ability to recognise conflict and generate potential solutions.
- Motivated and a motivator
- Team builder and team member
- Reflective practitioner
- Ability to manage own well-being with access to supervision to sustain this.
Desirable
- Can discuss issues involved in managing a caseload
- Experience of working in a team and to discuss the benefits of teamwork
- Experience of delivering Learning and development opportunities for others
Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge of physiotherapy delivery including the use of different approaches and multi-disciplinary working, across different contexts and environments.
- Knowledge of national policies and procedures including risk (relevant to the client group)
- Undergraduate knowledge of different approaches and ability to adapt theory to practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Varied undergraduate placement
- Basic knowledge and skills in Physiotherapy evidenced by a portfolio
Desirable
- Experience in delivery of structured groups
- Experience of working with patients with mental health problems
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised physiotherapy Degree/diploma
- HCPC registered or pending registration for final year physiotherapy students
Desirable
- Member of CSP
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Values - Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork.
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role.
Driving License and Access to vehicle
Essential
- Driving License/Access to vehicle for transportation between community visits
WhatsApp job alerts
Get instant WhatsApp alerts for Band 5 Physiotherapist roles in Nottingham
Create your Job Clerk account first. We'll collect your alert preferences during onboarding and help you turn on WhatsApp notifications for matching healthcare roles.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Rotational Physiotherapist with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Nottingham, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum (pro rata for part time). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Aug 2026.
Before you apply, compare the job description with the person specification and mirror the employer's essential criteria in your supporting information. Use the vacancy title, employer, location, salary, contract type, closing date and posted date (24 Jul 2026) to decide whether this role fits your current NHS job search. If the employer can close applications early, prepare the application before the stated deadline rather than waiting for the final day.
For more context, review related Job Clerk pages for the same profession, band or location where they exist, then use the application-support guides to tailor your statement and prepare for interview.