Job summary

We are looking to recruit a full-time First Contact Physiotherapist to join our established and experienced team. You will work Tuesday to Friday 08.30-18.30 3 days p/w and 08.30-18.00 1 day p/w.

As a First Contact Physiotherapist, you will work onsite within GP practices as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team. You will assess, diagnose, and manage MSK patients at the first point of contact, working with full autonomy and strong clinical support.

Please note that this is not a hybrid or remote role. You will be embedded within your allocated practice(s), collaborating closely with GPs, reception teams, nurses, and wider MDT colleagues to deliver integrated, personalised patient care. You will be be based across Ilford, Wanstead, Woodford etc and access to own transport is essential.

You will have the opportunity to use or develop advanced skills, including injection therapy and independent prescribing, supported by protected CPD time and structured supervision.

Are you ready to transform MSK care at the frontline of Promni Health?

Do you want to:

• Work for the only MSK organisation in the UK certified as a Great Place to Work
• Receive 12.5+ days per year of protected CPD and supervision time
• Access funded training opportunities, including injection therapy and independent prescribing
• Be part of a fast growing, award winning clinical organisation that puts people first

Main duties of the job

Clinical Practice

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations, including complex cases
• Request investigations (e.g. imaging, blood tests) and make appropriate referrals
• Develop tailored self-management plans to support behavioural change and recovery
• Utilize full scope of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy (if qualified)
• Maintain daily utilisation records and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs)

Collaboration & Development

• Work within a GP-based MDT, fostering strong relationships with practice staff
• Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal guidance
• Support clinical audits and service improvement initiatives
• Help shape and refine local MSK care pathways

Leadership & Learning

• Participate in supervision and peer reflection sessions
• Continue development aligned with the HEE Roadmap to Practice
• Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate

About us

About Us

Promni Health delivers fully managed clinical services embedded across Primary Care Networks, community services and neighbourhood health systems, working exclusively within the NHS.

Delivering at National Scale

Promni Health supports NHS organisations across England through a scalable, nationally coordinated delivery model:

• 200+ NHS Primary Care Networks
• 33 Integrated Care Boards
• 1,000+ GP Practices
• 1 million+ appointments delivered per year
• 80%+ clinician retention
• 370+ directly employed clinicians

Our national footprint enables consistent mobilisation, shared best practice and reliable service delivery aligned with local system priorities.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Get to know the senior management team at Promni Health: https://promnihealth.co.uk/senior-management-team/

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£42,000 to £56,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0149-26-0215

Job locations

Clayhall Clinic

14 Clayhall Avenue

ILFORD

Essex

IG5 0LG

United Kingdom

South Woodford Health Centre

114 High Road

LONDON

E18 2QS

United Kingdom

Glebelands Practice

2 Glebelands Avenue

LONDON

E18 2AB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

What You Will Do

Clinical Practice

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations including complex cases
• Request investigations (e.g. imaging, blood tests) and make appropriate referrals
• Create tailored self-management plans to support behavioural change and recovery
• Use full scope of practice - including prescribing and injection therapy (if qualified)
• Record utilisation data daily and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs)

Collaboration & Development

• Work as part of a GP-based MDT and build positive relationships with practice staff
• Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal guidance
• Support clinical audits and service improvement initiatives
• Help shape and refine local MSK care pathways

Leadership & Learning

• Engage in supervision and peer reflection sessions
• Continue your development against the HEE Roadmap to Practice
• Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate

What We Are Looking For

Essential:

• HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist
• Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience
• Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience
• Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework
• Active CPD portfolio aligned to the 4 pillars of advanced practice
• Passed Stage 1 of the HEE Roadmap

Desirable:

• MSc Level 7 modules
• Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS)
• Experience working in GP practices
• Experience using EMIS or SystmOne
• Qualified in injection therapy and/or as an Independent Prescriber

Key Skills

• Confident and friendly with a collaborative approach to integrating into GP practice teams
• Able to build strong relationships with GPs, receptionists, nurses, and MDT members
• Excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills
• Calm, resilient, and proactive in a fast-paced, evolving healthcare setting
• Comfortable with digital tools and modern clinical systems
• Committed to high standards of ethical, professional, and patient-centred care

What We Offer

• 12.5+ days protected CPD time annually
• Fully funded training in Injection Therapy and Independent Prescribing
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising to 33 with service)
• Enhanced sick pay scheme
• Corporate private healthcare cash plan via Medicash
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Cycle2Work and TechScheme salary sacrifice options
• Flexible workplace pension
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Promni Health welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments and support throughout the recruitment process. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability or long-term health condition, please contact: [email protected]

This supports:

• Equality Act 2010 (reasonable adjustments duty)
• NHS People Promise (Belonging, Compassionate and Inclusive)
• CQC Well-Led domain (inclusive culture, fair treatment)

Job description Job responsibilities What You Will DoClinical Practice Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations including complex cases Request investigations (e.g. imaging, blood tests) and make appropriate referrals Create tailored self-management plans to support behavioural change and recovery Use full scope of practice - including prescribing and injection therapy (if qualified) Record utilisation data daily and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs)Collaboration & Development Work as part of a GP-based MDT and build positive relationships with practice staff Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal guidance Support clinical audits and service improvement initiatives Help shape and refine local MSK care pathwaysLeadership & Learning Engage in supervision and peer reflection sessions Continue your development against the HEE Roadmap to Practice Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriateWhat We Are Looking ForEssential: HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experienceUnderstanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities FrameworkActive CPD portfolio aligned to the 4 pillars of advanced practicePassed Stage 1 of the HEE RoadmapDesirable: MSc Level 7 modules Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS) Experience working in GP practices Experience using EMIS or SystmOne Qualified in injection therapy and/or as an Independent PrescriberKey Skills Confident and friendly with a collaborative approach to integrating into GP practice teams Able to build strong relationships with GPs, receptionists, nurses, and MDT members Excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills Calm, resilient, and proactive in a fast-paced, evolving healthcare setting Comfortable with digital tools and modern clinical systems Committed to high standards of ethical, professional, and patient-centred careWhat We Offer 12.5+ days protected CPD time annually Fully funded training in Injection Therapy and Independent Prescribing 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising to 33 with service) Enhanced sick pay scheme Corporate private healthcare cash plan via Medicash Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme Cycle2Work and TechScheme salary sacrifice options Flexible workplace pension Refer-a-friend bonus scheme A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture Equality, Diversity and InclusionPromni Health welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments and support throughout the recruitment process. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability or long-term health condition, please contact: [email protected]This supports:Equality Act 2010 (reasonable adjustments duty) NHS People Promise (Belonging, Compassionate and Inclusive) CQC Well-Led domain (inclusive culture, fair treatment)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist
• - A degree in Physiotherapy

Desirable

• - Completion of some level 7 MSc learning (HEE Roadmap Stage 1 & 2)
• - Qualified independent prescriber
• - Qualified injection therapist

Experience

Essential

• - Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience
• - Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience
• - Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework
• - Active CPD portfolio aligned to the 4 pillars of advanced practice
• - Where possible, reasonable adjustments will be considered to enable applicants to meet the requirements of the role.

Desirable

• - Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS)
• - Experience working in GP practices
• - Experience using EMIS or SystmOne

Person Specification Qualifications Essential - HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist - A degree in Physiotherapy Desirable - Completion of some level 7 MSc learning (HEE Roadmap Stage 1 & 2) - Qualified independent prescriber - Qualified injection therapist Experience Essential - Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience - Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience - Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework - Active CPD portfolio aligned to the 4 pillars of advanced practice - Where possible, reasonable adjustments will be considered to enable applicants to meet the requirements of the role. Desirable - Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS) - Experience working in GP practices - Experience using EMIS or SystmOne

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.

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. 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

Promni Health

Address

Clayhall Clinic

14 Clayhall Avenue

ILFORD

Essex

IG5 0LG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.promnihealth.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Promni Health

Address

Clayhall Clinic

14 Clayhall Avenue

ILFORD

Essex

IG5 0LG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.promnihealth.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)