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Reference: 2383066
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our excellent Adult Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Physiotherapy team here at Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust. This post is a static, specialist role, within our supra-regional Cystic Fibrosis Centre based across St Jamess University Hospital and Seacroft Hospital. As a static member of our team, you will be responsible for providing specialist assessment, management and treatment of a range of patients with chronic suppurative lung disease. This caseload includes Cystic Fibrosis, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia and Bronchiectasis in both in-patient and out-patient settings. Due to the changing landscape of Cystic Fibrosis management, MSK experience is desirable. You will be part of a supportive and highly experienced team who will empower you to manage your own caseload and deliver high-quality care to these complex patient groups. A flexible and pro-active approach is essential for this post as are excellent communication and team working skills. Key responsibilities will include the education and development of staff and students, audit, research and clinical effectiveness as well as service review and evaluation. You must be organised, flexible and able to empower others. You will work closely with your Senior Team and have the opportunity to assist in operational management and service improvement. This is a cross-site role and requires the successful applicant to have the ability to travel between St Jamess University Hospital and Sea
Main duties of the job
To provide specialist assessment, treatment and on-going care for adults with Cystic Fibrosis, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia and Bronchiectasis at Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust. As a supra-regional service, education and liaison with other health care professionals and carers is as essential as the direct patient care. The Leeds Adult Cystic Fibrosis Unit is based on a strong MDT model where the physiotherapists are core members of the team. The Unit is based on a purpose built facility St Jamess Hospital, which accommodates both in-patients and day attenders. Out patient clinics are provided at Seacroft Hospital. The post holder may be expected to perform community visits, and travel between sites. Patients can present with complex and challenging problems, from diagnosis to terminal care, therefore the post holder will feel confident in their respiratory knowledge while having transferable acute, rehabilitation and musculoskeletal skills. Please see job description for further information.
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
Date posted
05 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
002294
Job locations
Cross Site
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Kim Pollard / Ruth Watson
Email Address: [email protected] / [email protected]
Shortlisting Date: Interview Date: 11.11.2026
Why you should join our Team-
The opportunity to work alongside clinical specialists and highly experienced, supportive members of the physiotherapy team.
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The opportunity to work alongside and be an integral part of the wider specialist MDTs.
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Opportunities for CPD, research, external courses, conferences and access to CPD funding
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Attendance at monthly Band 6 meetings and quarterly Band 6 training groups.
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Regular health and wellbeing initiatives and access to health and wellbeing first aiders.
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Inclusive and welcoming environment
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We celebrate team successes across the wider CSU
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Regular team social events and involvement in trust wide celebrations.
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HCPC registered Physiotherapist (Essential)
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Respiratory competent (Essential)
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MSK experience (Desirable)
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Completion of core and respiratory rotations (Essential)
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Evidence of continued professional development (Essential)
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Member of a clinical interest group (Desirable)
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Evidence of Clinical Educator’s course/ experience with students (Essential)
Please see attached job description for further information about this vacancy
We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use Al tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially Al generated may be subject to additional review.
Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
Interview date: Wednesday 11th November
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS TrustOur Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Sponsorship EligibilityTo comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Kim Pollard / Ruth Watson
Email Address: [email protected] / [email protected]
Shortlisting Date: Interview Date: 11.11.2026
Why you should join our Team-
The opportunity to work alongside clinical specialists and highly experienced, supportive members of the physiotherapy team.
-
The opportunity to work alongside and be an integral part of the wider specialist MDTs.
-
Opportunities for CPD, research, external courses, conferences and access to CPD funding
-
Attendance at monthly Band 6 meetings and quarterly Band 6 training groups.
-
Regular health and wellbeing initiatives and access to health and wellbeing first aiders.
-
Inclusive and welcoming environment
-
We celebrate team successes across the wider CSU
-
Regular team social events and involvement in trust wide celebrations.
-
HCPC registered Physiotherapist (Essential)
-
Respiratory competent (Essential)
-
MSK experience (Desirable)
-
Completion of core and respiratory rotations (Essential)
-
Evidence of continued professional development (Essential)
-
Member of a clinical interest group (Desirable)
-
Evidence of Clinical Educator’s course/ experience with students (Essential)
Please see attached job description for further information about this vacancy
We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use Al tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially Al generated may be subject to additional review.
Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
Interview date: Wednesday 11th November
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS TrustOur Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Sponsorship EligibilityTo comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
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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.
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
Cross Site
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
Cross Site
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)