Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join the forthcoming musculoskeletal outpatients rotation*

You will join other Band 5 Physiotherapists our Hackney based NHS Service and benefit from our established band 5 MSK training program.

The Locomotor service provides specialist musculoskeletal assessment and rehabilitation in community hubs across Hackney. The team is supported by a team of senior clinicians which include advanced practice Physiotherapists. The service also benefits from an integrated persistent pain service, you will have the opportunity to discuss any pain cases you have with them.

We place a strong emphasis on staff development and well-being, reaching the finals of the 2023 national award (PENNA) for its staff well-being work. The Locomotor service is also a finalist in two prestigious 2024 HSJ Award categories.

Applicants who already have experience working as a Physiotherapist in an NHS MSK service will be at an advantage.

You will also be encouraged to apply our next Homerton band 5 or band 6 MSK recruitment round as an internal candidate (whichever is most appropriate).

*Due to the contract length we are unable to support employment sponsorship (work visa) requests.

*Candidates must already hold HCPC registration to apply for this post.

Main duties of the job

This post would suit a qualified Physiotherapist, who is interested in further developing their existing skills in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. MSK outpatients experience working as a qualified Physiotherapist within the NHS would be an advantage. 

You will work with a client group that is very diverse, clinically, economically and culturally. 

In return for your experience, motivation and enthusiasm our team will give you the opportunity to develop your skills through:

• Regular supervision and support from senior specialist clinicians
• Regular in-service programmes and further CPD opportunities
• Experience running exercises and educational groups
• Involvement in service development projects
• Access to our extensive library of learning resources 

Working for our organisation

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff.  This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan.  All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.