Job summary
- Main area
- CHIC
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent: 2 part time posts
- Hours
- Part time - 22.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 374-KN161-A
- Employer
- East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- two posts one at CQ and one at Eastbourne
- Town
- Hastings and Eastbourne
- Salary
- £37,338 - £44,962 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 14/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Specialist Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation
NHS AfC: Band 6
We are proud to provide ‘Outstanding’ care and be a great place to work.
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people’s own homes.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as ‘Good’ overall, and ‘Outstanding’ for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated ‘Outstanding’ and Eastbourne DGH was rated ‘Good’ Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
Job overview
Join Our Team: Band 6 Physiotherapist – Rehabilitation Ward
Are you passionate about patient care and making a real difference in rehabilitation? We are looking for a dedicated Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic team on a busy Rehabilitation Ward!
About the Role:
As a Band 6 Physiotherapist, you will be a key player in delivering high-quality rehabilitation to patients recovering from a range of conditions, including post-surgical recovery, acute frailty, and long term conditions. Your clinical expertise and compassionate care will help patients regain their independence and improve their quality of life.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess, plan, and deliver physiotherapy interventions for a varied caseload.
- Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to provide holistic care to patients.
- Provide education and advice to patients and their families about rehabilitation goals and techniques.
- Supervise and mentor junior staff and physiotherapy students.
- Take a lead in managing rehabilitation programs and discharge planning.
About You:
- A qualified Physiotherapist with HCPC registration.
- Experience in a rehabilitation setting or similar clinical environments is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Motivated, compassionate, and ready to support patients through their recovery journey.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive, experienced team committed to your professional development.
- Access to ongoing training, clinical supervision, and career progression opportunities.
- Enjoy a rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on patients’ lives.
- Competitive salary and benefits, including NHS pension.
If you're a skilled, compassionate physiotherapist eager to make a difference in rehabilitation, apply now and be part of a team that truly cares!
Please see job description for further information.
Working for our organisation
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at EDGH and Conquest, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available from only £30 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy
- Current registration with HCPC
- Post-graduate qualification or proven equivalent experience / training in a relevant field
Desirable criteria
- Membership of specialist interest groups such as ACPRC, ICS, ACPIN
- Practice Placement Education Certificate
Experience
Essential criteria
- Minimum 2 years B6 rotational experience.
- Experience of training/supervision.
- Experience of multi-professional working.
Desirable criteria
- Experience within rehabilitation settings
Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of ongoing and current CPD
- Awareness of clinical governance and understanding of the NHS and challenges facing service delivery.
- Effectively communicate the clinical reasoning supporting treatment and management of acutely ill patients and patients with respiratory and/or neurological conditions
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of client centred practice.
- Specialist intermediate care and community rehabilitation knowledge and Interest.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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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.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Elaine Tate
- Job title
- Head AHP
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0790 999 8181
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