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Band 5 Physiotherapist - East Therapy Hub
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 820-8197311-COM
Job summary
***This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested***
Are you a registered Physiotherapist looking to develop your skills and knowledge within the field of multidisciplinary community rehabilitation? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic practitioner to work in our friendly and supportive therapy hub within Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. This post is based within the East Therapy Hub and is an 12 month fixed term to cover maternity leave.
Please note that this is a community post and it is essential to be a car driver and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Main duties of the job
East Therapy Hub provides community therapy services within the Adults and Community Division. We work closely with the Early Intervention Community Teams and District Nurses to provide rehabilitaion at home to prevent admission to hospital and ongoing support to maintain the independence and health of people. Our service consists of a team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Rehabilitation Technicians, Rehabilitation Assistants and admin staff.
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Be Part of Our Team...
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
820-8197311-COM
Job locations
East Therapy Hub
Hodge Hill Primary Care Centre, Roughlea Avenue
Birmingham
B36 8GH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We require a physiotherapist who can work as a member of our team to meet the complex needs of the patients in our culturally and economically diverse community.
The post will attract an effective communicator with some experience in the field of community rehabilitation. The ability to work effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team is essential.
The applicant should have a good working knowledge of the principals of clinical governance. Lone working is an essential part of the role. You will need to be a car driver with access to your own vehicle to complete your visits.
The successful applicant will be supported in their personal development, have access to a Preceptorship programme and will receive regular supervision from Senior Physiotherapists. You will also be supported by an in-service training programme to develop in your skills.
Please see attached job description and person specification for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We require a physiotherapist who can work as a member of our team to meet the complex needs of the patients in our culturally and economically diverse community.
The post will attract an effective communicator with some experience in the field of community rehabilitation. The ability to work effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team is essential.
The applicant should have a good working knowledge of the principals of clinical governance. Lone working is an essential part of the role. You will need to be a car driver with access to your own vehicle to complete your visits.
The successful applicant will be supported in their personal development, have access to a Preceptorship programme and will receive regular supervision from Senior Physiotherapists. You will also be supported by an in-service training programme to develop in your skills.
Please see attached job description and person specification for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy.
- Current Health Professionals Council registration
- Evidence of relevant training
Desirable
- Demonstrates a problem solving approach
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant community experience/assessment/treatment for client group
- Experience of MDT working
- Effective written and verbal communication/computer literacy
- Knowledge and application of clinical effectiveness, EBP and outcome measures.
- Ability to safely handle patients and equipment and to work in a range of positions.
- Evidence of reflective practice/CPD
Desirable
- Awareness of current government drivers and initiatives.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates awareness of sensitivity to the needs of individuals from diverse social and cultural groups
- Able to work independently and delegate work to others appropriately
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
Othe rJob Requirements
Essential
- Valid UK driving licence
- Access to vehicle for work purposes
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy.
- Current Health Professionals Council registration
- Evidence of relevant training
Desirable
- Demonstrates a problem solving approach
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant community experience/assessment/treatment for client group
- Experience of MDT working
- Effective written and verbal communication/computer literacy
- Knowledge and application of clinical effectiveness, EBP and outcome measures.
- Ability to safely handle patients and equipment and to work in a range of positions.
- Evidence of reflective practice/CPD
Desirable
- Awareness of current government drivers and initiatives.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates awareness of sensitivity to the needs of individuals from diverse social and cultural groups
- Able to work independently and delegate work to others appropriately
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
Othe rJob Requirements
Essential
- Valid UK driving licence
- Access to vehicle for work purposes
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
East Therapy Hub
Hodge Hill Primary Care Centre, Roughlea Avenue
Birmingham
B36 8GH
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT
Address
East Therapy Hub
Hodge Hill Primary Care Centre, Roughlea Avenue
Birmingham
B36 8GH
United Kingdom