Job summary Paediatric Community Physiotherapist Band 5 37.5 hours per week Permanent An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a physiotherapist in an established integrated service within the ISCAN team (Integrated Service for Children with Additional Needs). We are a multi-agency team, consisting of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, dieticians and nursing. Our physiotherapy service delivers specialist care to children and young people 0-19 years with developmental, musculoskeletal and complex needs. A dynamic, enthusiastic and experienced Physiotherapist is required to join our friendly, motivated and highly skilled team. The applicant should be an excellent communicator and have relevant experience of working with children and young people. You will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of childhood conditions particularly Cerebral Palsy, other neurodevelopmental disorders and musculoskeletal conditions. You will have support from experienced colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team and have regular supervision from your line manager and clinical lead in conjunction with your appraisal. You will be responsible for a community caseload and work in a variety of settings. Interviews TBC Main duties of the job Work as part of the Integrated Service for Children with Additional Needs (ISCAN) to provide Physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis and treatment for children with complex and long term conditions in a variety of settings including special schools, the child's home and clinics. Work with other professionals within ISCAN and the wider children's workforce, to set joint goals with the child and family and devise therapeutic programmes. To teach the devised programme to parents, carers and educational staff to ensure therapy is fully integrated into the child's management plan. To contribute to service development projects including patient care pathways with the support of service team leaders. Provide leadership and supervision for other team members. About us Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners. We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate: Compassion Accountability Respect Excellence We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ& Disabled people. Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more. Date posted 14 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 245-AHP5ISCAN-03-25 Job locations Rowan House Grange Rd South Hyde SK145NU Job description Job responsibilities The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded. The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilities The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded. The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Physiotherapy Health and Care Professions Council Registration Ability to travel Desirable Post Registration qualifications in related subject areas Knowledge Essential Child development and common complex conditions Good working knowledge of therapy processes and theoretical models Safeguarding Awareness Understanding of evidence based practice and the implications for clinical practice Desirable Common Assessment Framework and common processes To have knowledge of National Care Record System (Lorenzo). Experience Essential Experience of working /clinical placement with children with complex needs Evidence of current and ongoing Continuous professional development Desirable Previous experience gained in NHS setting Experience of managing or supervising therapy assistants and technical instructors Skills Essential Communication - all ages and abilities of understanding. Independent working Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with different agencies Self motivating Self evaluating Ability to identify own learning needs. Ability to work with and empower children and adolescents of all abilities. Teaching and assessment skills. Ability to implement packages of care. Working in a multi disciplinary team. Ability to work under a degree of pressure Desirable Mentorship skills Developing networks with the wider community Research, audit and data analysis Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Physiotherapy Health and Care Professions Council Registration Ability to travel Desirable Post Registration qualifications in related subject areas Knowledge Essential Child development and common complex conditions Good working knowledge of therapy processes and theoretical models Safeguarding Awareness Understanding of evidence based practice and the implications for clinical practice Desirable Common Assessment Framework and common processes To have knowledge of National Care Record System (Lorenzo). Experience Essential Experience of working /clinical placement with children with complex needs Evidence of current and ongoing Continuous professional development Desirable Previous experience gained in NHS setting Experience of managing or supervising therapy assistants and technical instructors Skills Essential Communication - all ages and abilities of understanding. Independent working Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with different agencies Self motivating Self evaluating Ability to identify own learning needs. Ability to work with and empower children and adolescents of all abilities. Teaching and assessment skills. Ability to implement packages of care. Working in a multi disciplinary team. Ability to work under a degree of pressure Desirable Mentorship skills Developing networks with the wider community Research, audit and data analysis Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Address Rowan House Grange Rd South Hyde SK145NU Employer's website https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)