Rotational Band 5 Physiotherapist
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Leicester, LE5 4PW
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
10 September 2026
10 days left
Job description
University Hospitals of Leicester Rotational Physiotherapist Band: 5 (£32,073- £39,043 per annum) Hours: 37.5 hours Permanent and Fixed term posts unt...
The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS trust (UHL) is recruiting to its very popular Physiotherapy Band 5 rotation scheme. This consists of over 20 different speciality areas including
- MSK outpatients
- Trauma
- Elective
- Acute stroke
- Early Supported Discharge
- Level 1 Brain Injury Unit
- Level 2 Neuro Rehab unit
- Oncology
- Paediatric in patients and out patients
- Acute medicine
- Rapid assessment and discharge
- Respiratory medicine
- ITU and Surgery
- Cardiology
- Renal
- Vascular
- Pelvic Health
- Medical rehab
Rotations are 4 months long.
The UHL Therapy department is expanding and developing and we want someone who can develop and grow with us. We will offer you a wide variety of clinical and leadership experience supported with a comprehensive training package. There is a thorough induction process, preceptorship package, clinical supervision and In service training supported through appraisals and 1:1 meetings and peer support sessions. In addition there are opportunities to take part in audit and research, become involved in carrying out service development and attend external training courses and conferences. You will be well supported by highly experienced clinicians and leaders. We are able to provide opportunities for career development and secondments into higher band posts within our large organisation.
If you share our passion and dedication to provide the best level of evidence-based care for our patients we would love to hear from you.
These posts are subject to a training agreement, whereby the successful candidates will be expected to fulfill all core competencies within the first six months of employment with the University Hospitals of Leicester.
You will be expected
- To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care as part of a responsive and patient centered service.
- To effectively manage an autonomous clinical caseload and to undertake duties as a qualified Physiotherapist, under the supervision of Senior staff.
- To be able to evidence competency and effective clinical reasoning
- To work in conjunction with the MDT to provide holistic care for patients.
- To develop and maintain your knowledge and skills within the specialism you are working in.
- To be an advocate for the patient and their carers.
- Remain up to date on local and national issues affecting and influencing patient care.
- To work with others to support their development.
- To raise concerns when appropriate.
You will be supported to be able to carry this out through a comprehensive induction process, training and support package and with the help of experienced clinicians and leaders.
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals
- high-quality care for all
- being a great place to work
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate
- we are proud
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http: //www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Training and qualification
Essential
- Diploma in Physiotherapy or BSC (Hons) Physiotherapy or equivalent
- GCSE English and Maths to grade 4 (C) or equivilent
- State Registered Physiotherapist with Current HCPC registration
- Evidence of up to date professional portfolio with evidence of CPD and reflective practise
Desirable
- Membership of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience of working as part of a team
- Evidence of a wide range of student clinical placements including experience of treating patients with respiratory, orthopaedic, medical and neurological conditionings.
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in research / audit
- Experience of working within a NHS Trust
- Evidence of experience of working with physiotherapy assistants /TI's
- Evidence of experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of experience in providing advise to patients and carers
Committment to Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrates Trust values
- Evidence of working in a way supportive of the Trust values
Communication and relationships
Essential
- Excellent written communication
- Evidence of use of IT within a clinical setting
- Evidence of attention to accuracy
- Evidence of building positive team relationships
Desirable
- Presentation skills
Planning and organisation
Essential
- Evidence of ability to prioritise own workload
- Awareness of the importance of timekeeping
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical reasoning for decisions made
Other role requirements
Essential
- Evidence of a broad understanding of the issues currently affecting Physiotherapy practise, including knowledge of the NHS
- Evidence of a commitment to continuing personal development
- Evidence of good written communication skills
- Evidence of self motivation
Desirable
- Evidence of a basic understanding of current governmental targets and guidelines and how these impact on physiotherapy
- Computer skills
Skills
Essential
- Meet the Trust Health requirements
- Able to carry out physical work such as moving and handling patients
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
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First seen
28 August 2026
Last checked
29 August 2026
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