Specialist Physiotherapist- Neuro Rehabilitation
Powys Teaching Health Board
Brecon, LD3 7NS
Salary
£40,559 to £48,841
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
17 September 2026
14 days left
Job description
Are you looking for a new challenge? You could be an important part of an exciting innovative Health Board whose objective is to provide "Truly integr...
GenericTo work as an integral and active part of the therapy and multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the therapy team in the efficient provision of a patient centred service.
Role specificMain responsibilities include delivering inpatient rehabilitation at Brecon Hospital, which includes specialist assessment of neurological patients.
The base will be Brecon Hospital.
You will need to have excellent communication and organisational skills, a flexible approach to work and negotiation skills to motivate patients and staff to deliver high standards of care.
To contribute to service development, mentorship of junior staff, student physiotherapists and delegation of rehabilitation plans to enable active rehabilitation.
The team provides a 7-day service, and all staff are expected to be part of the weekend roster.
Be flexible at times of increased demand to the service.
To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of therapy service, having responsibility for defined projects.
We support CPD, in-service training, clinical supervision and career development.
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
- HPC registration
- Evidence of relevant post graduate study and personal development - CPD portfolio Membership of CSP
- Broad working knowledge of Physiotherapy techniques across all aspects of treatment
- High level of knowledge and skills appropriate to the specialist clinical area
- Ability to keep legible, clear and concise notes
Desirable
- Membership of CSP
- Evidence of involvement with relevant Clinical Interest group(s)
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working within the specialist area
- previous senior experience
- Working with Junior staff / assistants/ students and developing other staff both formally and informally
- Evidence of Involvement in research/ audit
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS as a Physiotherapist
Aptitudes & Abilities
Essential
- Work independently / autonomous decision maker and work collaboratively within the phsyiotherapy team and with the wider MDT
- Cope with moderate physical exertion throughout the working day
- Work under pressure
- good presentation / teaching skills and excellent interpersonal skills
- Self motivated
- Committed to personal and team development
- Active professional involvement e.g. H&S, branch network
Desirable
- Some ability to speak, read and/ or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
How to apply
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First seen
3 September 2026
Last checked
3 September 2026
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