Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist
Central London Community Health Trust
Watford, WD25 9FG
Salary
£41,957 to £50,387
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
6 September 2026
6 days left
Job description
CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting! It ...
To perform physiotherapy assessment of patients with neurological presentations on the Stroke and neuro rehabilitation pathways in order to develop and deliver an individualised treatment program.
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to facilitate positive rehab outcomes and timely, co-ordinated discharge planning.
To fully support initiatives to reduce length of stay, including key working.
To work flexibly, being willing to provide support on other intermediate care wards when necessary.
To entertain the possibility of rotation into community based Early Stroke Discharge Team, neuro community team and Watford General Acute and hyper acute Stroke Unit.
To hold responsibility for own caseload, working with and without direct supervision.
Provide support for the clinical supervision for a Band 5 physiotherapist, student physiotherapists and give direction to members of support staff.
To undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to inform own and general Physiotherapy practice within the unit.
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
- Attendance at specialist short courses or equivalent CPD activities within the specialist areas of Neuro Rehabilitation
Desirable
- Member of a Special Interest Group relevant to this post such as ACPIN
Experience
Essential
- Experience post registration as a Band 5 physiotherapist
- Experience working at a Junior level in a wide range of specialised clinical areas including outpatients, neurology, rehabilitation, orthopedics and respiratory
Desirable
- Experience in service development projects.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Skills in the assessment and treatment of adults with complex Neurological condition ands multi-pathologies
- Knowledge and understanding of complex neurological, medical conditions including multipathologies and falls
- Ability to apply core Physiotherapy skills across a range of clinical conditions within a client centered, goal setting
- Knowledge of outcome measures and evidence-based practice
- Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate clinical reasoning
- Teaching of junior staff / students, peers in Inservice training setting
Desirable
- Supervision of assistant / junior staff
- Supervision of Students
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant, RCP, NICE and CSP guidelines
Key Attributes
Essential
- Able to work as a team member
- Flexible, adaptable and reliable
- Able to work under pressure
- As this is a community-based role, there is a requirement to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).
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First seen
24 August 2026
Last checked
26 August 2026
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