Job requirements
Essential
14 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Broad range of experience in the similar role
- Knowledge
Experience of multi-disciplinary team working
- Knowledge
Ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD and the use of evidence-based practice.
- Knowledge
Knowledge and experience of management of elderly patients, including those with falls, dementia and/or delirium
- Qualifications
Degree/ Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Qualifications
HCPC Registration
- Skills and Abilities
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Skills and Abilities
Effective prioritisation and management of workload independently
- Skills and Abilities
Adaptable and flexible, with a strong ability to collaborate effectively within a team
- Skills and Abilities
Proficient in essential IT functions, including the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Personal Characteristics
Strong interpersonal skills to work with patients, carers and colleagues
- Personal Characteristics
Able to maintain high standards of confidentiality
- Personal Characteristics
Physically capable of performing required clinical duties in line with the Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
- Personal Characteristics
Holds a full UK driving licence with access to a car for work purposes
Desirable
12 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Experience in supervising junior staff members and students
- Knowledge
Work across the Neuro pathway - acute, inpatient rehab or community
- Knowledge
Comprehensive knowledge and experience of safeguarding policies, practices, procedures, and associated
- Knowledge
Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety issues and responsibilities
- Qualifications
Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Qualifications
Member of relevant special interest group
- Skills and Abilities
Teaching and presentation skills
- Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates excellent leadership ability and motivational skills
- Skills and Abilities
Ability to cope in potentially stressful and distressing situations, maintaining clinical judgement under pressure
- Personal Characteristics
Experience of working with EMIS, SystmOne, etc.
- Personal Characteristics
Flexible to meet service demand
- Personal Characteristics
Maintains a professional and presentable appearance
Job overview
Surrey Downs H&C
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist looking to develop your expertise in neurorehabilitation? We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist to join our friendly, supportive, and dynamic team.
This role is ideal for an experienced Band 6 or a Band 5 physiotherapist ready to progress, provided you have some stroke and neuro experience, whether through previous rotations or clinical placements.
We have an established band 6 Neuro rotation which offers experience in the following areas: Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; Acute Stroke Unit; Inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation; Early Supported Discharge Team and Community Neuro Rehabilitation Service.
Main duties of the job
- To provide a high standard physiotherapy service to adult inpatients within the Trust
- To assess and treat own caseload of patients, who may have complex presentation, and maintains associated records, as an autonomous practitioner
- To supervise and teach recently qualified physiotherapists/physiotherapy assistants/students and involvement in teaching MDT staff.
- To undertake evidence-based projects, including recommendations for change in practice and may participate in departmental research and audit
- To assist the Band 7 Physiotherapist by monitoring caseloads, recording statistics and prioritising referrals as required
- To liaise effectively with other disciplines
Competence in rehabilitation is required, with time spent in stroke and neurorehabilitation desirable.
We offer frequent supervision; regular development reviews and access to band-relevant support groups to ensure you feel supported and continue to develop professionally. Opportunity will be provided to develop leadership skills within a supportive environment.
Please note: A valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes are essential for this role due to community-based visits.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for more detailed information about the role and its requirements. When completing your application, be sure to address both documents to ensure your qualifications align with the role.
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.
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This advert is for Rotational Physiotherapist with Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust in Epsom, England. It is listed as a Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £45953.00 to £54254.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 14 Sep 2026.
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