Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the acute MSK paediatric physiotherapy team for a part time 15 month fixed term contract or a secondment. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced band 7 Paediatric Physiotherapist.
This role will require managing a busy paediatric MSK physiotherapy caseload based at Luton and Dunstable Hospital.
Your role will involve supervision of technical instructors, students and Band 6 physios, including appraisals and teaching. You will be expected to work as an independent and autonomous practitioner, but will be supported in this role by a strong team of specialist physiotherapists and in close collaboration with a proactive and innovative team. This is an opportunity for developmental role for a B6 with paediatric MSK experience.
To be considered for this job you will hold a recognised physiotherapy qualification, be a member of the HCPC and CSP. You will have broad based postgraduate experience and demonstrable experience as a Paediatric Physiotherapist. Previous NHS experience is highly desirable.
If you wish to be considered for a secondment opportunity, please speak to your Line Manager first and visit the Trust's Secondment Policy.
Previous applicants need not reapply.
Main duties of the job
JOB SUMMARY
To provide a specialist physiotherapy service within the field of acute MSK paediatrics outpatients.
As a band 7, managing, developing and evaluate the physiotherapy service for paediatric MSK outpatients in close liaison with the Lead Clinical Specialist.
Be part of the lead clinical team for paediatric physiotherapy services for the paediatric MSK outpatients. Ensure high quality, efficient care is provided by the Paediatric Physiotherapy team through service and performance monitoring in conjunction with the Lead Clinical Specialist.
Perform highly advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of children with diverse presentations and highly complex physical and psychological conditions, determine diagnosis, formulate, and deliver an appropriate, effective individualised treatment programme.
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. Have responsibility for seeking clinical peer support and evaluation of work through appropriate networks.
Plan, supervise, educate and assess the performance of physiotherapy students on placement within the paediatric section. Work closely with the university and comply with all the standards required for the degree level qualification.
Design and undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and team’s clinical practice and improve service delivery within the paediatric section. Identify and implement changes as agreed with the Lead Clinical Specialist.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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This advert is for Specialist Physiotherapist – MSK Paediatrics with Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Luton, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 pro rata. The contract type is Fixed term: 15 months (Secondment cover). The application deadline is 22 Jun 2026.
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