Specialist Children's Physiotherapist

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Physiotherapist with Paediatric experience to join our supportive and friendly team based at The Den, Chesterfield Royal Hospital. Together we are proud to deliver the highest standards of clinical quality, patient care and staff experience.

The team provides Specialist Physiotherapy Services to children 0-18 with Neurodevelopmental difficulties, across North Derbyshire.

You will be responsible for managing your own caseload and work autonomously across a variety of settings including special and mainstream schools, hospital and community clinics and patient’s homes.

You will assist with CPIP’s and DCD clinics and support audit and patient feedback projects.

The role demands excellent team working, time keeping and communication skills.

We provide support, regular clinical supervision and the opportunity to further develop clinical skills through in house training programmes and externally funded courses.

We have excellent links with other teams in Specialist Children’s Services and with our Education and Social Care colleagues.

A car driver with a full current driving licence is essential. For disabled applicants; suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed, if necessary.

Please contact Kirstin Twelves for an informal discussion on 07388 850707

As the selection process will involve a practical element you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview.

Main duties of the job

You will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to support children, young people and their families by assessing their needs and devising appropriate interventions.

You will be responsible for managing your own varied caseload and work autonomously across a variety of settings which may include special and mainstream schools, hospital and community clinics and patient’s homes.

This post would be ideal for a Physiotherapist with relevant experience who wishes to further develop specialist paediatric skills.

We have excellent links and working arrangements with other teams in Specialist Children’s Services and with Education and Social Care teams. You will work as part of a supportive and friendly team based at The Den, our purpose-built centre for children’s services at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.

As a skilled and valued member of our team you will additionally educate and mentor other less experienced physiotherapists, healthcare professionals and physiotherapy students.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the Job Description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions.

We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager.

The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, you’ll be able to make a huge difference.

Please note that this post will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

For formal enquiries please contact the Children’s Physiotherapy Team Lead on (01246 512173)

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.