Active Care Group

Lead Physiotherapist

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North East England
Permanent
Exercise Therapist
GBP 0 - 50,000 per year

Posted 1 day(s) ago

Reference: 2377309


Job summary

Come and join one of the UKs largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Active Neuro, our specialist division of Active Care Group, is transforming neurorehabilitation in the UK. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Lead Physiotherapist to join our team at The Laurels in Lincoln, working two days per week.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity for a Physiotherapist with experience in neurological rehabilitation to take a lead role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care while overseeing the development of the physiotherapy service.

The part-time nature of this role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist seeking greater flexibility, whether to complement existing commitments, support a better work-life balance or maintain a varied portfolio career, while still making a meaningful contribution to a specialist rehabilitation service.

You will lead on specialist assessments and treatment planning, provide clinical leadership and work closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure individuals receive effective, evidence-based rehabilitation.

If you are an experienced Physiotherapist looking for a flexible, part-time leadership opportunity where you can use your clinical expertise to shape and develop a service, we would love to hear from you.

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Details
Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£50,000 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

L0042-26-0207

Job locations

Sheridan Close

Lincoln

Lincolnshire

LN2 4JX

United Kingdom


Job description
Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead specialist physiotherapy assessments and develop, deliver and review individualised, evidence-based treatment programmes.
  • Take responsibility for the development and management of the physiotherapy service, maintaining high standards of clinical care and service delivery.
  • Provide clinical leadership, guidance and support to physiotherapy colleagues, including coordinating induction, training and professional development.
  • Work collaboratively within the MDT, contributing to holistic rehabilitation planning, risk management and service development.
  • Lead and participate in clinical audits, research and service improvements to promote evidence-based practice.
  • Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures, ensuring effective communication and handover within the MDT.
  • Liaise with families, carers and other professionals to support a coordinated, person-centred approach to rehabilitation.
  • Ensure compliance with professional standards, clinical governance requirements and organisational policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead specialist physiotherapy assessments and develop, deliver and review individualised, evidence-based treatment programmes.
  • Take responsibility for the development and management of the physiotherapy service, maintaining high standards of clinical care and service delivery.
  • Provide clinical leadership, guidance and support to physiotherapy colleagues, including coordinating induction, training and professional development.
  • Work collaboratively within the MDT, contributing to holistic rehabilitation planning, risk management and service development.
  • Lead and participate in clinical audits, research and service improvements to promote evidence-based practice.
  • Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures, ensuring effective communication and handover within the MDT.
  • Liaise with families, carers and other professionals to support a coordinated, person-centred approach to rehabilitation.
  • Ensure compliance with professional standards, clinical governance requirements and organisational policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
  • HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
  • Significant post-qualification experience and a background in neurological rehabilitation, including brain injury and other complex neurological conditions.
  • Experience, knowledge or a keen interest in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
  • Strong clinical assessment, reasoning and treatment planning skills, with experience managing complex rehabilitation needs.
  • Proven leadership skills, with the ability to support colleagues, drive service development and promote best practice.
  • Experience working autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding and relevant regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • A flexible, proactive approach and a commitment to continuous professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
  • HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
  • Significant post-qualification experience and a background in neurological rehabilitation, including brain injury and other complex neurological conditions.
  • Experience, knowledge or a keen interest in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
  • Strong clinical assessment, reasoning and treatment planning skills, with experience managing complex rehabilitation needs.
  • Proven leadership skills, with the ability to support colleagues, drive service development and promote best practice.
  • Experience working autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding and relevant regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • A flexible, proactive approach and a commitment to continuous professional development.
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

Active Care Group

Address

Sheridan Close

Lincoln

Lincolnshire

LN2 4JX

United Kingdom


Employer's website

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

Employer details
Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Sheridan Close

Lincoln

Lincolnshire

LN2 4JX

United Kingdom


Employer's website

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