Job summary
- Main area
- Paediatric Physiotherapist
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Compressed hours
- Job ref
- 333-G-ECP-0656
- Employer
- Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Carmelita House
- Town
- Ealing
- Salary
- £44,485 - £52,521 per annum incl. HCAS (pro rata if P/T)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/11/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 11/11/2025
Employer heading
Specialist Paediatric Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
NHS AfC: Band 6
CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust) has almost 8,000 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes and areas beyond. We involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run.
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference. We’re proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME and people with disabilities to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
We are recognised locally, nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare. We aim to employ only the best people, and our experts are frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy, and many models of our care have been adapted for use in other countries.
We offer a generous relocation package (subject to eligibility assessment) and flexible working options, including bank assignments for most roles. For more information on these and other benefits of working for us, see our Benefits, Reward and Wellbeing page
Become part of our team. We care for you as much as you care for others.
CNWL NHS Foundation Trust are committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults.
Job overview
We have a great opportunity for a physiotherapist to continue their development in the field of Paediatric Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. The post will be providing physiotherapy intervention to children and young people aged 0-18 with Musculoskeletal, Orthopaedic and Rheumatological conditions referred to our service in Ealing. The caseload you will be responsible for will be highly varied and promote your clinical and professional development within a supportive environment.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the provision of specialist Physiotherapy interventions for children and young people (CYP) aged 0-18 with Musculoskeletal, Orthopaedic and Rheumatological conditions across the Borough of Ealing, and to assist in the rehabilitation of CYP discharged from hospital, for example following acute injury, surgery or oncology treatment. They will be supported by a Band 7 Paediatric MSK Team Lead for their supervision, appraisal and development.
The post holder will provide evidence-based practice to meet the needs of CYP and assist in the delivery of an equitable service. They will be expected to work collaboratively with CYP, parents/carers, and with colleagues in Education, Health and Social Care. They will contribute to departmental meetings and clinical audit and research projects within this specialist area. They will take part in planning and delivering highly specialist training to other physiotherapists, professionals and parents/carers on all aspects relating to Paediatric Musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, team player with some previous experience in paediatric physiotherapy and excellent communication skills. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team that is passionate about delivering a high-quality service for our children and families.
Working for our organisation
We are a predominantly clinic-based service that also offers a shared care pathway with Great Ormond Street for Rheumatology, as well as lower limb and core rehab groups.
Professional development and training will be supported within our department by experienced paediatric physiotherapists and you will be part of an in-service training program. Development of excellent clinical skills will be promoted and supported by senior staff, along with access to external training available in line with your personal development plan.
We are proud to say the service has high levels of user satisfaction, with 100% of parents & children happy or very happy with the level of treatment and care they received from the face-to-face service and the rehab group.
We are based in the London borough of Ealing, which is a vibrant and diverse Borough that has good transport links to the centre of London by tube, bus and road.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
• Provision and development of Paediatric Musculoskeletal services in Ealing
• Training and supervision of Band 5 Physiotherapist & Band 3 Physiotherapy Assistant
• Support Clinical Lead in achieving Key Performance Indicators and maintaining data quality within the service
• Working with the Local Authority to deliver community-based rehab groups
Clinical Duties and Responsibilities
1. To work as an autonomous practitioner to provide highly specialised assessment and treatment of children with musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and rheumatological conditions.
2. To assist in the rehabilitation of children with neuromuscular conditions and complex needs, including those with life limiting conditions, following hospital admission or surgery, as well as children undergoing oncology treatment.
3. To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.
4. To contribute to the development of the Paediatric Musculoskeletal service
Working Relationships and Communication Requirements
1. To provide and receive complex, sensitive information. To communicate this effectively with patients, families/carers, physiotherapy colleagues, other health care professionals and outside agencies involved, in written or verbal format, minimising barriers to communication.
2. To employ excellent communication skills such as persuasion, motivation and clear explanations to encourage parents, children and staff, in the many settings to carry out the treatment programmes as recommended.
3. To attend case conferences and meetings where relevant, in order to contribute highly specialist, relevant information.
See job description and person specification for full details
Person specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- CSP Registration
Desirable criteria
- APCP Membership
- Membership of relevant Special Interest Groups
- Post-graduation training in Paediatrics
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
- Strong evidence of previous experience working with children/young people with musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and rheumatological conditions
- Knowledge of appropriate assessment tools and therapeutic interventions for children and young people with musculoskeletal related conditions
- Experience of supervising Junior Staff/Physiotherapy Assistants/Students
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team and with other agencies such as Social Services and Education
- An understanding of the practical application of Clinical Governance, and evidence of participation in service development and audit
- Delivery of in-service and multi-agency training
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of basic rotations in areas such as respiratory, neurology, orthopaedics, etc.
- Knowledge of relevant National Policies and Procedures
- Previous experience of working in the UK Health Service or similar health economy
Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Ability to manage a caseload independently
- Ability to prioritise & practice effective time management in the face of conflicting demands
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including problem solving, negotiation & managing difficult situations
- Ability to work autonomously and as a part of a team
- Competent IT skills
- Excellent verbal and written English
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rachel Brunton
- Job title
- Clinical Service Lead Paediatric Physiotherapy
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0300 1234 544
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