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Advanced Paediatric Physiotherapist

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Chelmsford, CM1 7ETView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£49,387

Contract

Fixed-Term

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

1 October 2026

3 days left

Job description

We have a fixed term, part-time maternity leave cover post for a forward-thinking, supportive and friendly Paediatric Physiotherapists to be based eit...

You will be responsible for the delivery of the musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and rheumatology aspect of the paediatric physiotherapy service. This includes potential for inpatients, outpatients and supporting work in clinics.

The role will use highly specialist skills to manage their own complex caseload, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. They will act as a specialist resource for colleagues and the wider MDT in the management of children with musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and / or rheumatological conditions.

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Qualifications / experience

Essential

  • HCPC registration
  • Degree or other recognised qualification in Physiotherapy
  • Masters level or equivalent post graduate qualifications
  • Evidence of post graduate learning relevant to the clinical field

Desirable: - Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy; - Evidence of relevant postgraduate training; - Member of Paediatric Clinical Interest Groups

Skills / knowledge

Essential

  • Recognised level of expertise in assessment/treatment within the specialty
  • Use of evidence-based practice
  • Ability to pass on skills/ knowledge to others within formal and informal environments
  • Good knowledge of current issues within the NHS and physiotherapy profession
  • Experience supervising staff, students and assistants
  • Clinical experience within a National Health Service setting or similar health setting.

Desirable

  • Relevant experience at band 6 level in paediatrics
  • Development of protocols and guidelines
  • Knowledge of service improvement techniques e.g. change management and compassionate leadership

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

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First seen

17 September 2026

Last checked

21 September 2026

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About the employer

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Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

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