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We are recruiting a fixed term Senior Physiotherapist, who has sound neurological experience, to join our friendly and hardworking team on the Isle of Wight
This role requires flexible and innovative Physiotherapists to work within a Multidisciplinary Community Rehabilitation Team. You will be asked to support the development of staff and support a step by step implementation of 7 day a week working. These and other transformations will promote greater accessibility to rehabilitation for the population of the Isle of Wight.
You will help increase function and promote independence through a range of therapeutic interventions (primarily neuro physio interventions) in a several settings including outpatient clinics and a person's home. With opportunities to share your previous knowledge and partake in the sharing of up-to-date evidence-based practice research, peer support, local training, national conference and training attendance.
Our aim is that our culture holds learning and development at the heart, where career growth can be achieved, through structured education and clinical supervision. With well-defined pathways, both clinically and educationally we can promote a wider skillset and breadth of knowledge developing careers towards advancing practice.
Main duties of the job
The opportunity to be part of an integrated service that actively encourages Quality Improvement and career development pathways.
Be part of a positive high performing culture that acknowledges people as individuals underpins the spirt of community working, where diversity and inclusion are valued, and success is celebrated.
Independently perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations, complex physical and psychological conditions, to provide a diagnosis and develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
You will hold responsibility for your own caseload and be responsible for a defined area of the service or a particular patient type, working without direct supervision. Supervision taking the form of regular formal training and clinical reasoning sessions, peer review, case conferences. Access to advice and support from colleagues will be available if required.
Undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
Undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and team's clinical practice within each rotation. Make recommendations to Team Lead/Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist for changes to practice.
Independently perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations, complex physical and psychological conditions, to provide a diagnosis, develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
Undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas.
We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration.
Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future.
Details
- Date posted: 14 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year Based on full time hours
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 12 months
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 348-IOW-11956
- Job locations: St. Mary's Hospital (IOW), Parkhurst Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5TG, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Broad range of experience at junior level including ICU, medical, surgery, neurology, musculoskeletal outpatients, and elderly care.
- Previous experience working in the field of Neurological Rehabilitation.
- Previous experience at Senior Physio level.
- Demonstrate up to date knowledge of best clinical practice in relevant specialty.
- Participation in 7-day service weekend rota.
- Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and multidisciplinary team.
- Remains up to date with professional practice and new research.
- Understands the legal responsibilities of the profession.
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and the implications for physiotherapy services including experience of quality issues and audit.
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of data protection, equal opportunities and Health and Safety to meet the differing needs of the patient.
Desirable
- In depth knowledge of national and local clinical guidelines in relevant area.
- Student supervision / clinical education.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree / Diploma in Physiotherapy.
- HCPC Registration.
- Continued Professional Development Diary including evidence or reflective practice, in service training any courses attended and clinical experience gained.
Desirable
- Membership of special interest group.
- Relevant post graduate accredited training e.g., Normal Movement.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate.
- Willingness to participate in staff training.
- Ability to work within multi / interdisciplinary teams and set team goals, including discharge planning.
- Willing to work flexible hours, if necessary, to meet the needs of the service.
Desirable
- Refer to Person Specification:
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