Job summary We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Band 7 Physiotherapist to join our multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality cardiac rehabilitation services. This role involves providing specialist care to patients recovering from cardiac events, surgery, or with chronic cardiovascular conditions, ensuring optimal physical recovery, improved quality of life, and reduced risk of recurrence. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role within the cardiac rehabilitation team, offering clinical expertise, supporting service development, and mentoring junior staff members. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines to provide a holistic, patient-centred approach to rehabilitation. Main duties of the job An opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Physiotherapist with proven clinical skills to join the Cardiovascular Rehabilitation team. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in operational and clinical management in the Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Team which is multi-professional, providing care and to optimise outcomes for our patients across Lambeth and Southwark living with cardiovascular conditions. The post is supported by a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist, Clinical Lead and Consultant Physiotherapist, and is a member of the wider Band 7 and 8 respiratory in- and outpatient team. You will have experience at a senior level including cardiovascular care and evidence of an interest in developing further in this area. An excellent communicator you will demonstrate a desire to work creatively to bring about innovative service development within cardiovascular rehabilitation services and the Physiotherapy profession. A strong commitment to training at undergraduate and post-graduate levels and an interest in quality improvement and research is desirable. The wider Trust incorporates several leading cardiovascular rehabilitation services with whom we liaise and jointly develop services. You will be expected to contribute to this service development to further the aims of the Trust in delivering exceptional services to cardiovascular patients. About us Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark. We are working in partnership with King's Health Partners, to deliver our vision of creating a new centre of excellence, which will be the global leader in the research into and treatment of heart and lung disease, in patients from pre-birth to old age. We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs. We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients. Date posted 17 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year p.a. inc HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 196-LIS9159-A Job locations St Thomas's Hospital Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7EH Job description Job responsibilities To take a lead role in the advanced assessment and treatment of patients referred for cardiac rehabilitation, including those with multi-pathology and those who have highly complex and / or chronic presentations, to determine clinical diagnosis and treatment indicated and to maintain associated records, as an autonomous practitioner. To take a lead role in supervision and teaching of physiotherapists / physiotherapy assistants / students and MDT staff across both sites and the phase IV community based exercise programmes in physio-therapeutic treatment and management of patients referred for cardiac rehabilitation including those requiring complex rehabilitation. To provide skilled team leadership and be responsible for operational management, team development, implementation of policy and policy changes in own clinical area, and to set and monitor standards of practice in both the acute and community settings. To supervise, initiate and participate in evidence-based projects, including recommendations for change in practice and to lead in departmental research and audit within cardiac rehabilitation. To oversee and participate in new initiatives within cardiac rehabilitation services (Pilot Heart Failure Programme, Home Rehabilitation and Community Phase III) To develop and deliver exercise rehabilitation and educational materials in agroup based patient setting. Job description Job responsibilities To take a lead role in the advanced assessment and treatment of patients referred for cardiac rehabilitation, including those with multi-pathology and those who have highly complex and / or chronic presentations, to determine clinical diagnosis and treatment indicated and to maintain associated records, as an autonomous practitioner. To take a lead role in supervision and teaching of physiotherapists / physiotherapy assistants / students and MDT staff across both sites and the phase IV community based exercise programmes in physio-therapeutic treatment and management of patients referred for cardiac rehabilitation including those requiring complex rehabilitation. To provide skilled team leadership and be responsible for operational management, team development, implementation of policy and policy changes in own clinical area, and to set and monitor standards of practice in both the acute and community settings. To supervise, initiate and participate in evidence-based projects, including recommendations for change in practice and to lead in departmental research and audit within cardiac rehabilitation. To oversee and participate in new initiatives within cardiac rehabilitation services (Pilot Heart Failure Programme, Home Rehabilitation and Community Phase III) To develop and deliver exercise rehabilitation and educational materials in agroup based patient setting. Person Specification Knowledge/ Qualifications Essential Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy Post Graduate Courses relevant to the clinical speciality Registration HCPC Continued Professional Development including evidence of reflective practice Desirable Recognised post-graduate qualification e.g. MSc. in Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Post graduate course(s) in management and / or leadership training Membership of relevant National SIG e.g. ACPICR/BACPR Skills Essential Specialist skills in the management of complex cardiac patients including specialist assessment and identification of suitability for the rehabilitation programme Ability to work within a multidisciplinary setting, goal planning, developing care pathways and using outcome measures Experience of service development / evaluation and audit / change management Shows excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to present information in a clear and logical manner. Evidence of leadership skills and an awareness of skill mix and service needs Advanced knowledge of a wide range of approaches to the holistic management of complex patients living with cardiovascular disease Desirable Knowledge of current national policies / standards / initiatives in cardiovascular physiotherapy Advanced IT skills e.g. Excel spreadsheet functions, word document editing and report writing Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience at Band 6 level with evidence of experience in cardiovascular physiotherapy in both inpatient and outpatient settings Experienced in clinical Governance and demonstrates an understanding of the implications for physiotherapy services Training, development and supervision of students / physiotherapists /instructors / assistants. Desirable Experience of research development or participation Previous experience as a Band 7 within a cardiovascular setting Person Specification Knowledge/ Qualifications Essential Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy Post Graduate Courses relevant to the clinical speciality Registration HCPC Continued Professional Development including evidence of reflective practice Desirable Recognised post-graduate qualification e.g. MSc. in Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Post graduate course(s) in management and / or leadership training Membership of relevant National SIG e.g. ACPICR/BACPR Skills Essential Specialist skills in the management of complex cardiac patients including specialist assessment and identification of suitability for the rehabilitation programme Ability to work within a multidisciplinary setting, goal planning, developing care pathways and using outcome measures Experience of service development / evaluation and audit / change management Shows excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to present information in a clear and logical manner. Evidence of leadership skills and an awareness of skill mix and service needs Advanced knowledge of a wide range of approaches to the holistic management of complex patients living with cardiovascular disease Desirable Knowledge of current national policies / standards / initiatives in cardiovascular physiotherapy Advanced IT skills e.g. Excel spreadsheet functions, word document editing and report writing Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience at Band 6 level with evidence of experience in cardiovascular physiotherapy in both inpatient and outpatient settings Experienced in clinical Governance and demonstrates an understanding of the implications for physiotherapy services Training, development and supervision of students / physiotherapists /instructors / assistants. Desirable Experience of research development or participation Previous experience as a Band 7 within a cardiovascular setting 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 Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Address St Thomas's Hospital Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7EH Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)