Job summary
- Main area
- Respiratory Rotational Scheme
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (On call and emergency duty)
- Job ref
- 001-AHP055-0426
- Employer
- Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- University Hospital of Wales
- Town
- Cardiff
- Salary
- £40,559 - £48,841 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 04/05/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Specialist Physiotherapist - Respiratory Rotation
Band 6
WHO WE ARE:
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Board in the UK, employing over 16,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services. Serving a population of around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst also working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone and to delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”. We have recently refreshed our strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, which sets out the Health Board’s Vision for improving the health and wellbeing of the populations we serve by 2035 through the delivery of our strategic objectives; Putting People First, Providing Outstanding Quality, Delivering in the Right Places, and Acting for the Future. We have challenging times ahead, but we are confident that by tackling these challenges together, we can support people to live healthier lives and reduce the unfair differences in the prevalence of illness and health outcomes we see in our communities today. We aspire to deliver outstanding care and treatment for people when they need it, where they need it; care that compares well with the best in the world, but to do so, we need to transform how we deliver services over the next decade and beyond.
We are a values-driven organisation and out goals will only be realised if our values are at the heart of everything we do. Created by colleagues, patients and their families and carers, our values are:
· We are kind and caring
· We are respectful
· We have trust and integrity
· We take personal responsibility
OUR REGION:
Wales has much to offer with miles of stunning coastline, UNESCO world heritage sites and beautiful countryside. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, has something for everyone. It is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline, as well as charming towns including Penarth and Cowbridge. Those seeking more culture may find themselves drawn to the National Museum, St Fagan’s Museum of Welsh Life or the Millennium Centre, home of the Welsh National Opera. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
The Agenda for Change Pay Award for 2026/27 is effective from 1st April 2026.
Please note successful applicants with a start date from 1st April onwards the salary will be as per the 2026/27 pay award. For further detail the pay circular is available via this link https://www.nhs.wales/files/pc-resources/afc-w-02-2026-pdf-pdf?ts=1773244958086
Job overview
Specialist Physiotherapist – Band 6 Respiratory Rotation
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
We’re offering an excellent opportunity for a Specialist Physiotherapist to join our 9‑month Band 6 respiratory rotation, gaining experience across Critical Care, Surgery, Cardio‑Thoracics, Acute Medicine, Thoracic Medicine, Renal and Cystic Fibrosis.
About the Role
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Provide high‑quality, person‑centred care for patients with complex needs.
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Work collaboratively with MDT colleagues to support safe and effective patient flow.
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Demonstrate Cardiff and Vale’s values: We Care, We Respect, and We Take Personal Responsibility in all aspects of your practice.
What We Offer
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A supportive and welcoming team environment.
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Opportunities to develop specialist clinical and leadership skills.
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Strong academic links with Cardiff University and involvement in student education.
What We’re Looking For
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Relevant clinical experience and enthusiasm for respiratory care.
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Flexibility and commitment to high‑quality service delivery.
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A positive approach aligned with our values and behaviours.
How to Apply
Please visit NHS Jobs for full details and to submit your application.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver physiotherapy services to patients within these specialist clinical areas. This will include patients with multi-pathology and complex need and those with cognitive and behavioural problems.
They will have responsibility for managing their own patient caseload. They will participate in the on call service (overnight and weekends) where they will work independently, managing the respiratory needs of complex critically ill patients.
In addition they will provide support for the clinical supervision of physiotherapists, student physiotherapists and support staff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is “Caring for People, Keeping People Well”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population’s health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Qualification
Essential criteria
- Recognised qualification degree / equivalent in physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Specialist training/courses to Postgraduate Diploma level
Desirable criteria
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Experience
Essential criteria
- Relevant post registration experience in the specialist area
- Previous clinical experience relevant to post
- Evidence of assisting in planning and developing of an existing service
Desirable criteria
- Experience of providing clinical supervision
- Experience of teaching other disciplines
Skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate specialist skills within the specialist area
- Highly developed physical skills relevant to the specialist clinical area e.g. manual techniques and therapeutic handling
- Excellent communication skills with healthcare professionals and the public
- Ability to motivate, promote co production and empower others
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of involvement in audit and research
- Presentation skills
Special Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Relevent CPD evidence
Desirable criteria
- Post graduate course relevant to post
other
Essential criteria
- Experience of participation in respiratory on call duties.
- Able to travel, in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the job, this may include cross site working or various locations, carrying sensitive information and bulky equipment (if applicable to role)
- Experience in working flexibly in different work patterns
Desirable criteria
- The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role
- Membership of relevant special interest group
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Carole Jones
- Job title
- Physiotherapy Clinical Service Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02920 743902
- Additional information
Informal enquiries welcomed
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