Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 7 physiotherapist working within the field of Amputee Rehabilitation.

The post holder will be part of the leadership team, managing the physiotherapy service and work alongside a highly skilled and specialist multidisciplinary team.

You will provide assessment and treatment to both new and established amputees at the Specialised Ability Centre. As one of the lead physiotherapists responsible for delivering amputee rehabilitation it is expected that you have experience of working with complex patients and have substantial prosthetic knowledge.

You must be passionate about providing a high quality service for patients, have excellent communication skills both verbal and written, and have experience of working both independently and as part of a team.

The post will involve working with paediatrics in both the outpatient and community setting as part of a specialist MDT.

 You will be able to demonstrate involvement in service and team development, including supporting senior clinical leads as well as supervision of clinical staff and students.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their leadership skills, alongside using clinical specialty skills in physiotherapy

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will have the skills to undertake, on a daily basis, a physiotherapy team leader role, alongside the Clinical Lead Specialist Physiotherapist in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the service provided to amputees and outpatients referred to the physiotherapy service. To carry an independent caseload of patients and deliver a high quality, comprehensive service at the Specialised Ability Centre, managing patients in an appropriate manner according to the area of specialty.

The post holder must possess excellent clinical reasoning skills and be a calm but assertive communicator, who is able to negotiate a way forward in even the most challenging situations.  

There is a support network for all staff including clinical supervision and you will be directly involved in the supervision of junior staff and students. 

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year.

As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.