First Contact Physiotherapist

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations, including complex cases
• Request investigations (e.g. imaging, blood tests) and make appropriate referrals
• Develop tailored self-management plans to support behavioural change and recovery
• Utilize full scope of practice, including prescribing and injection therapy (if qualified)
• Maintain daily utilisation records and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs)

• Work within a GP-based MDT, fostering strong relationships with practice staff
• Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal guidance
• Support clinical audits and service improvement initiatives
• Help shape and refine local MSK care pathways

• Participate in supervision and peer reflection sessions
• Continue development aligned with the HEE Roadmap to Practice
• Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate

• Independently assess, diagnose, and manage MSK presentations including complex cases
• Request investigations (e.g. imaging, blood tests) and make appropriate referrals
• Create tailored self-management plans to support behavioural change and recovery
• Use full scope of practice - including prescribing and injection therapy (if qualified)
• Record utilisation data daily and collect Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires (PSQs)

• Work as part of a GP-based MDT and build positive relationships with practice staff
• Educate colleagues on MSK triage pathways and provide informal guidance
• Support clinical audits and service improvement initiatives
• Help shape and refine local MSK care pathways

• Engage in supervision and peer reflection sessions
• Continue your development against the HEE Roadmap to Practice
• Contribute to clinical governance and mentoring where appropriate

• HCPC & CSP registered Physiotherapist
• Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience
• Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience
• Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework
• Active CPD portfolio aligned to the 4 pillars of advanced practice
• Passed Stage 1 of the HEE Roadmap

• MSc Level 7 modules
• Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS)
• Experience working in GP practices
• Experience using EMIS or SystmOne
• Qualified in injection therapy and/or as an Independent Prescriber

• Confident and friendly with a collaborative approach to integrating into GP practice teams
• Able to build strong relationships with GPs, receptionists, nurses, and MDT members
• Excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills
• Calm, resilient, and proactive in a fast-paced, evolving healthcare setting
• Comfortable with digital tools and modern clinical systems
• Committed to high standards of ethical, professional, and patient-centred care

• Salary: £42,000 £56,500 (depending on experience)
• 12.5+ days protected CPD time annually
• Fully funded training in Injection Therapy and Independent Prescribing
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising to 33 with service)
• Enhanced sick pay scheme
• Corporate private healthcare cash plan via Medicash
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Cycle2Work and TechScheme salary sacrifice options
• Flexible workplace pension
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture

• Equality Act 2010 (reasonable adjustments duty)
• NHS People Promise (Belonging, Compassionate and Inclusive)
• CQC Well-Led domain (inclusive culture, fair treatment)

• 200+ NHS Primary Care Networks
• 33 Integrated Care Boards
• 1,000+ GP Practices
• 1 million+ appointments delivered per year
• 80%+ clinician retention
• 370+ directly employed clinicians

Essential

• HCPC and CSP registered Physiotherapist
• A degree in Physiotherapy

Desirable

• Completion of some level 7 MSc learning (HEE Roadmap Stage 1 & 2)
• Qualified independent prescriber
• Qualified injection therapist

Essential

• Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience
• Minimum 3 years MSK clinical experience
• Understanding of the HEE Roadmap to Practice and the MSK Core Capabilities Framework
• Active CPD portfolio aligned to the 4 pillars of advanced practice
• Where possible, reasonable adjustments will be considered to enable applicants to meet the requirements of the role.

Desirable

• Prior FCP or MSK triage experience (private or NHS)
• Experience working in GP practices
• Experience using EMIS or SystmOne