Job summary
Were looking for a skilled and compassionate physiotherapist to join Willen Hospice as a Specialist Physiotherapist in our Therapeutic and Wellbeing team. Youll provide rehabilitation and wellbeing support to patients and their carers on our In-Patient Unit and in the Wellbeing Centre, working with people living with cancer, long-term neurological conditions and other progressive illnesses.
Main duties of the job
As part of our multidisciplinary team (MDT), youll champion a rehabilitative approach to palliative care, with a strong focus on physical activity, independence and helping people achieve the goals that matter most to them. If you want to use your specialist skills to make a lasting difference to peoples quality of life, and youd value working in a person-centred team that has the time to do things properly, this could be the role for you.
About us
Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist palliative care in the Milton Keynes area. We offer round-the-clock, expert care to local patients with a life-limiting illness, both in their own homes and in our In-Patient Unit. Our passionate staff and volunteers make sure our care is personalised to each patients needs and supports their loved ones too. We have a thriving Therapeutic & Wellbeing service providing counselling, physiotherapy, activity groups and more, and a specialist Lymphoedema service. As a registered charity, we raise vital funds through our dedicated Income Generation team and our growing portfolio of high street and online shops, to ensure our care stays free of charge.
Details
- Date posted: 02 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £36,210 to £43,042 a year
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 12 months
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: VPEB22C823
- Job locations: Milton Keynes, MK15 9AB, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Fixed term maternity cover for 12 months
Help people live well with a life-limiting illness
As part of our multidisciplinary team (MDT), youll champion a rehabilitative approach to palliative care, with a strong focus on physical activity, independence and helping people achieve the goals that matter most to them.
If you want to use your specialist skills to make a lasting difference to peoples quality of life, and youd value working in a person-centred team that has the time to do things properly, this could be the role for you.
What youll do:
- Carry out specialist assessments and develop dynamic treatment plans for patients with complex needs.
- Deliver one-to-one and group rehabilitation focused on maximising function, independence and engagement with life.
- Work with the MDT, patients and carers to agree goals and care plans, prepare for discharge and refer on to community services.
- Support and educate carers, sharing difficult information with tact and empathy.
- Supervise allied health professional (AHP) and physiotherapy students, and delegate tasks to our Therapies Assistant Practitioner.
- Contribute to teaching, audit and research that develop rehabilitative palliative care at the Hospice.
Were looking for someone who is:
- A physiotherapist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), with a degree or equivalent qualification.
- Experienced in assessing and treating people with complex, long-term or progressive conditions.
- An excellent communicator, confident supporting patients and families through emotionally difficult conversations.
- Well organised and able to manage a varied caseload, including working independently as a lone worker.
Experience in a hospice or specialist palliative care setting would be advantageous. Postgraduate training in palliative care, oncology or neurology, would also be an advantage. Just as important is your approach: compassionate, person-centred and focused on helping people live well.
If so, apply today and help local people live well with a life-limiting illness.For more information and to apply please visit:www.willen-hospice.org.uk/careers.
If you would like an informal discussion with Jenni Marks, Wellbeing Lead, please get in touch via recruitment@willen-hospice.org.uk or call us on 01908 663 636.
This appointment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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This advert is for Specialist Physiotherapist with Willen Hospice in Milton Keynes, England. It is listed as a Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £36210.00 to £43042.00. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 16 Oct 2026.
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