Physiotherapy Surgical Team Lead and Clinical Specialist Critical Care
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Frimley, GU16 7UJView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£51,657 to £58,785
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
20 October 2026
1 day leftJob description
Physiotherapy Department - Frimley Park Hospital We have 2 band 7 Fixed term maternity cover opportunities in the Surgical inpatient team including IT...
- Take a leading role in the advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients on the surgical wards and be competent and confident to treat patients in a busy and dynamic critical care unit when required.
- Be responsible for the supervision & appraisal of staff and students
- Contribute to the in-service training programme.
- Work with the Principal Physiotherapist in developing the strategic and operational management of the service.
- Undertake evidence based projects, including recommendations for change in practice.
- Deputise for the principal therapist in her absence.
- Participate in weekend working covering ITU, SADU and surgical wards at a competent level.
- Be competent to be on call.
- Provide highly specialised assessment and treatment for patients with complex needs.
- Provide expert advice, guidance and information to patients, health and intermediate care professionals, carers and relatives and other non-professionals.
- Contribute to the delivery of the Physiotherapy service, and to provide a specialised resource for other physiotherapy staff and health care professionals.
- Support the Team Lead in deputising for the Principal Therapist during their absence, occasionally assuming responsibility for the operational management of the team or department.
Please see individual job descriptions for the Band 7 Clinical Specialist and Band 7 Team Lead roles for more detail
At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.
We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.
Join UsWhether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.
Qualifications
Essential: - HCPC registered; - Evidence of relevant post graduate courses / CPD in relevant area
Desirable: - Active member of relevant interest group
Experience
Essential: - Worked as band 6 in relevant specialism in NHS
Desirable: - Band 7 experience in specialism
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Evidence of high level of knowledge in specialist area
- Able to evidence clinical governance in specialist area
- Supervision of staff and teaching skills documented and evidenced
- Demonstration of leadership skills
Desirable: - Evidence of leading change in specialist area
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
7 October 2026
Last checked
8 October 2026
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