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Physiotherapist (Band 6).Ribble Court Care Home

Sandstone Care Group

Preston, PR4 4QBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£27.00

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

15 October 2026

17 days left

Job description

Join Ribble Court Care Home as our Physiotherapist and make a real difference to the lives of residents with complex bariatric rehabilitation needs. W...

As the Physiotherapist, you will lead the assessment, planning and delivery of physiotherapy and rehabilitation programmes for a small caseload of bariatric residents. You will help residents improve strength, mobility, physical function and independence through person-centred interventions tailored to their individual needs.

Key duties include assessing residents' mobility and rehabilitation needs, developing and reviewing treatment plans, delivering targeted physiotherapy interventions, providing specialist advice on mobility, moving and handling, monitoring progress, maintaining accurate clinical records, and working closely with the Physiotherapy Assistant, nursing team and wider multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible outcomes for residents.

As our Physiotherapist, you will play a key role in delivering specialist rehabilitation support to a small caseload of up to seven residents with complex bariatric care needs. Working closely with a dedicated Physiotherapy Assistant and multidisciplinary team, you will help residents maximise their mobility, strength, physical function and independence through tailored rehabilitation programmes.

You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, developing and implementing individualised treatment plans, and providing evidence-based interventions that support residents in achieving meaningful personal goals. You will also offer specialist guidance on mobility, moving and handling, equipment provision and rehabilitation best practice, ensuring residents receive safe, effective and person-centred care.

At Sandstone Care Group, we are committed to providing outstanding, person-centred care in warm, supportive and welcoming environments. Our homes are dedicated to helping residents live with dignity, independence and the highest possible quality of life through compassionate care delivered by skilled and dedicated teams.

Ribble Court Care Home is a specialist service that supports residents with a range of complex care needs, including bariatric care and rehabilitation. We pride ourselves on working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to deliver tailored care and rehabilitation programmes that achieve meaningful outcomes for the people we support.

As a growing organisation, we invest in our colleagues through training, development and career progression opportunities, creating a positive workplace where individuals are valued, supported and empowered to make a difference every day.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree or recognised professional qualification in Physiotherapy.
  • Current HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration.
  • Demonstrable post-registration physiotherapy experience.
  • Strong clinical assessment, rehabilitation and mobility skills.
  • Experience working with individuals with complex physical or mobility needs.
  • Ability to work autonomously and manage a defined caseload.
  • Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team working skills.
  • Person-centred approach with a commitment to improving residents' mobility, independence and quality of life.
  • Previous bariatric care experience desirable, although not essential for candidates with strong transferable rehabilitation and complex mobility experience.

Desirable

  • Previous experience working with bariatric residents or within a bariatric care setting.
  • Experience delivering rehabilitation programmes in a care home, community, or long-term care environment.
  • Knowledge of specialist bariatric equipment, mobility aids, and moving and handling practices.
  • Experience supervising, supporting, or providing clinical direction to Physiotherapy Assistants or support staff.
  • Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care.
  • Confidence adapting rehabilitation plans to meet complex and changing clinical needs.
  • A proactive approach to service development and promoting best practice in rehabilitation and mobility support.

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

11 September 2026

Last checked

11 September 2026

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About the employer

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Sandstone Care Group

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