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Physiotherapist (Orthopaedics)

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

London, TW7 6AF

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

16 September 2026

12 days left

Job description

Physiotherapist (Orthopaedics) West Middlesex Hospital SiteWe have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 physiotherapist to join the orthopaedic therap...

They will be a role model for expert clinical care, and lead on specific projects / service developments and management functions asdelegated by the Band 7 therapist or Clinical Lead Therapist.

They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.

The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner in providing physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management to their own designated caseload of patients and to maintain up to date physiotherapy records.

They will evidence based principles and current best practise to assess, plan, implement and evaluate physiotherapy interventions.

The post holder will provide supervision, teaching and support to more junior staff, therapy assistants and students on placement.

The post holder is expected to actively participate in the 5 in 7 weekend rota and respiratory on-call rota

Please review job description and person specification for full details of job role and expectations.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

  • BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy
  • HCPC registration
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD since qualification

EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 level in core areas
  • Experience of working with orthopaedic patients in the acute setting
  • Experience of participation in weekend and respiratory on-call physiotherapy services
  • Experience of working as part of an MDT in a collaborative way.
  • Evidence of active participation in training and development.
  • Evidence of appraisal, supervision and teaching of physiotherapists, assistants and students

Desirable

  • Involvement and experience in audit and service development

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE - SPECIAL

Essential

  • The ability to clinically reason the application of appropriate assessment and treatment techniques in the acute setting
  • Knowledge of a wide range of orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions
  • The ability to use reflective practice as a tool for growth and development
  • Understands the professional and legal responsibilities of clinical practice
  • Evidence of effective self-management including time, prioritisation, clinical caseload and stress
  • Proven leadership and deputising skills in clinical area
  • Awareness and sensitivity to cultural differences and beliefs.
  • Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contacts, including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness.

Desirable

  • Experience of fitting appliances, eg - braces and collars

Personal qualities

Essential

  • Enthusiastic and motivated, effective team member

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

2 September 2026

Last checked

4 September 2026

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About the employer

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Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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