Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job We have a rare and exciting opportunity to join our Paediatric Therapy team at UHS, in the rapidly evolving specialist neonatal and neonatal neurology service. We are looking for a highly motivated, skilled and enthusiastic Physiotherapist with good problem solving and communication skills, to join our inpatient neonatal and under 2's neurology service and outpatient neonatal follow up programme. The successful candidate will work alongside a team of experienced health professionals and AHP's both within the unit, and across the other speciality services, to consider the holistic needs of premature babies and babies with identified therapeutic needs. The successful post holder will work closely with the B7 OT neonatal lead, static and rotational B6 Physiotherapists, plus wider departmental therapy staff to ensure a comprehensive service is provided to babies both within the unit and those within Southampton Children's hospital, on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. This post is part of the wider UHS Therapy dept, with over 300 therapy staff, including OT, Physio and therapy support staff. We run a 7-day service, working weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis. You will have many opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge through our in-service training, being part of a wider Paediatric therapy network and have links with local Universities through student placements. About us University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 188-CL360225 Job locations University Hospital Southampton Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities Working for your organisation additional: Southampton Childrens Hospital (SCH) is one of 10 largest childrens hospitals within the UK and is part of UHS Trust. We have a vast range of Paediatric specialities including Level 3 PICU, and are a designated Major Trauma, neurosurgical, neuro-rehabilitation and cardiac centre. Neonatal services are based within Princess Anne Hospital on the UHS site. Our state-of-the-art unit has 23 intensive and high dependency cots and 16 special care cots. We treat 900 babies a year, from across the south and Channel Islands. We provide different levels of care, including: intensive care for babies, premature babies weighing less than 1000g or babies born at less than 28 weeks gestation high dependency care for babies who need respiratory support, intravenous nutrition and additional care special care, for babies who need careful respiratory monitoring, or being tube fed. Woodland Ward is the new special care baby unit, with 3 nurseries containing 16 cots in total. We have close links with the paediatric intensive care unit (PICU), and specialist and general children's services within Southampton Childrens Hospital. We provide: neonatal surgery cardiology nephrology neurosurgery clinical genetics. The neonatal neurology service is led by Professor Vollmer, with an MDT approach to neonatal follow up, and for children with neurological conditions. The service links closely within the SCIRT childrens rehab team for under 2's with acquired brain or spinal injury We are looking for an experienced Paediatric Physiotherapist to be part of our neonatal service. This is a fast-paced environment where effective communication, prioritisation, and ability to be flexible, adaptable and cope with change is needed. You must be keen, enthusiastic and have a definite desire to work within this speciality, with experience in driving forward service improvements to meet the changing needs secondary to emerging treatment options.The post holder will need to balance workloads across the neonatal inpatient units, outpatient follow ups and under 2 acquired neurology. They should have excellent communication skills to work closely with the child and their family, the MDT, community services, and regional networks.As caseloads can often include patients that are chronically unwell, we are looking for someone who has experience working in challenging and emotive situations with active coping strategies and resilience.Key duties: Provide advanced physiotherapy assessment and treatment to babies and neonates who require respiratory, neuro-developmental and orthopaedic intervention within the neonatal unit, special care and high care, postnatal wards and post discharge follow up. To also provide neuro-developmental physiotherapy to children under the age of 2. Clinically lead in providing and coordinating treatment for neonates and to babies with neuro-developmental and orthopaedic conditions. Manage and run the Physiotherapy led clinic for the treatment of babies with sternomastoid tumours, torticollis, plagiocephaly and Brachial Plexus. Clinically lead for NHS Resolution Obstetrical Brachial Plexus standard to maintain guideline, audit quarterly and implement changes and education as appropriate throughout the Maternity and Child Health Division Provide an educator role to parents/carers/ health visitors/ Drs/ other health professionals/students/B6 therapist on neonatal holistic care, neurodevelopment and respiratory care. To train MDT staff and assess competencies regarding the above for use on the Neonatal unit. Undertake comprehensive assessments of neurodevelopment and use these to research into the neuro developmental outcome of children alongside the Neonatal neurologist Provide specialist physiotherapy advice within the Trust and externally (locally, and regionally) consulted frequently for specialist advice and guidance. Supervise, initiate and participate in clinical audit and evidence-based projects and implement changes within neonatal and developmental care setting, setting and monitoring standards of practice The successful applicant will be expected to work within our Paediatric Therapy team philosophy:We strongly believe in team working in a happy working environment. Workloads are shared and communication/ support is strongly encouraged. We are mutually responsible for the service and its development and expect everyone to carry out a certain level of responsibility.You will participate in a comprehensive in-service training programme and individual performance review scheme. The successful candidate will also be required to participate in the emergency out of hours respiratory rota (both with adults and children) as well as the Paediatric respiratory weekend service. The post holder will need to be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of this evolving service.Please read the generic Job description and person specification for this role and ensure you meet the following skills needed for working in this specific clinical environment: Comprehensive experience, including proven acute respiratory caseloads Acute respiratory On-call/ out of hours experience Comprehensive experience working within a busy neonatal unit Comprehensive experience within paediatrics including neurodevelopmental Proven experience working within emotive environments with and an understanding of palliative care Completion of the HEE Neonatal AHP introductory module, Neonatal Physio Module, Neurological Assessment of the Neonate and completed the Workbook, or equivalent Post graduate training in FINE and relevant assessment /outcome measures used with the neonatal unit and standardized follow up program. Clear and expressed interest to work at UHS, within our Paediatric Therapy team It is desirable for you to be a member of a relevant neonatal special interest group. The UHS Therapy services department runs a 7-day service, using a rota system so weekend/BH working and active participation in the On-call out of hours unscheduled acute respiratory services will be expected. Due the unique nature of this post we welcome informal enquiries or visits please contact Michelle Geary or Denise Hart on 02381204560 We look forward to hearing from you. If you are interested in other Therapy opportunities, please email Annette.Purkisuhs.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities Working for your organisation additional: Southampton Childrens Hospital (SCH) is one of 10 largest childrens hospitals within the UK and is part of UHS Trust. We have a vast range of Paediatric specialities including Level 3 PICU, and are a designated Major Trauma, neurosurgical, neuro-rehabilitation and cardiac centre. Neonatal services are based within Princess Anne Hospital on the UHS site. Our state-of-the-art unit has 23 intensive and high dependency cots and 16 special care cots. We treat 900 babies a year, from across the south and Channel Islands. We provide different levels of care, including: intensive care for babies, premature babies weighing less than 1000g or babies born at less than 28 weeks gestation high dependency care for babies who need respiratory support, intravenous nutrition and additional care special care, for babies who need careful respiratory monitoring, or being tube fed. Woodland Ward is the new special care baby unit, with 3 nurseries containing 16 cots in total. We have close links with the paediatric intensive care unit (PICU), and specialist and general children's services within Southampton Childrens Hospital. We provide: neonatal surgery cardiology nephrology neurosurgery clinical genetics. The neonatal neurology service is led by Professor Vollmer, with an MDT approach to neonatal follow up, and for children with neurological conditions. The service links closely within the SCIRT childrens rehab team for under 2's with acquired brain or spinal injury We are looking for an experienced Paediatric Physiotherapist to be part of our neonatal service. This is a fast-paced environment where effective communication, prioritisation, and ability to be flexible, adaptable and cope with change is needed. You must be keen, enthusiastic and have a definite desire to work within this speciality, with experience in driving forward service improvements to meet the changing needs secondary to emerging treatment options.The post holder will need to balance workloads across the neonatal inpatient units, outpatient follow ups and under 2 acquired neurology. They should have excellent communication skills to work closely with the child and their family, the MDT, community services, and regional networks.As caseloads can often include patients that are chronically unwell, we are looking for someone who has experience working in challenging and emotive situations with active coping strategies and resilience.Key duties: Provide advanced physiotherapy assessment and treatment to babies and neonates who require respiratory, neuro-developmental and orthopaedic intervention within the neonatal unit, special care and high care, postnatal wards and post discharge follow up. To also provide neuro-developmental physiotherapy to children under the age of 2. Clinically lead in providing and coordinating treatment for neonates and to babies with neuro-developmental and orthopaedic conditions. Manage and run the Physiotherapy led clinic for the treatment of babies with sternomastoid tumours, torticollis, plagiocephaly and Brachial Plexus. Clinically lead for NHS Resolution Obstetrical Brachial Plexus standard to maintain guideline, audit quarterly and implement changes and education as appropriate throughout the Maternity and Child Health Division Provide an educator role to parents/carers/ health visitors/ Drs/ other health professionals/students/B6 therapist on neonatal holistic care, neurodevelopment and respiratory care. To train MDT staff and assess competencies regarding the above for use on the Neonatal unit. Undertake comprehensive assessments of neurodevelopment and use these to research into the neuro developmental outcome of children alongside the Neonatal neurologist Provide specialist physiotherapy advice within the Trust and externally (locally, and regionally) consulted frequently for specialist advice and guidance. Supervise, initiate and participate in clinical audit and evidence-based projects and implement changes within neonatal and developmental care setting, setting and monitoring standards of practice The successful applicant will be expected to work within our Paediatric Therapy team philosophy:We strongly believe in team working in a happy working environment. Workloads are shared and communication/ support is strongly encouraged. We are mutually responsible for the service and its development and expect everyone to carry out a certain level of responsibility.You will participate in a comprehensive in-service training programme and individual performance review scheme. The successful candidate will also be required to participate in the emergency out of hours respiratory rota (both with adults and children) as well as the Paediatric respiratory weekend service. The post holder will need to be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of this evolving service.Please read the generic Job description and person specification for this role and ensure you meet the following skills needed for working in this specific clinical environment: Comprehensive experience, including proven acute respiratory caseloads Acute respiratory On-call/ out of hours experience Comprehensive experience working within a busy neonatal unit Comprehensive experience within paediatrics including neurodevelopmental Proven experience working within emotive environments with and an understanding of palliative care Completion of the HEE Neonatal AHP introductory module, Neonatal Physio Module, Neurological Assessment of the Neonate and completed the Workbook, or equivalent Post graduate training in FINE and relevant assessment /outcome measures used with the neonatal unit and standardized follow up program. Clear and expressed interest to work at UHS, within our Paediatric Therapy team It is desirable for you to be a member of a relevant neonatal special interest group. The UHS Therapy services department runs a 7-day service, using a rota system so weekend/BH working and active participation in the On-call out of hours unscheduled acute respiratory services will be expected. Due the unique nature of this post we welcome informal enquiries or visits please contact Michelle Geary or Denise Hart on 02381204560 We look forward to hearing from you. If you are interested in other Therapy opportunities, please email Annette.Purkisuhs.nhs.uk Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patient First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Masters in Physiotherapy or equivalent experience: highly specialist skills with relevant levels of study Current HCPC registration Significant relevant clinical experience or with the ability to demonstrate significant experience in physiotherapy practice Evidence of proven leadership and supervisory skills Previous experience within relevant clinical area Previous experience on-call, where relevant to clinical area Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team Evidence of continuing professional development Experience of audit, evaluation, or research Evidence of implementing change in a clinical environment Desirable Management qualification, or equivalent experience Attendance at post-graduation courses, or conferences, relevant to clinical area Able to demonstrate sound understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas Experience working in an acute hospital setting Leadership qualification, or experience Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patient First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Masters in Physiotherapy or equivalent experience: highly specialist skills with relevant levels of study Current HCPC registration Significant relevant clinical experience or with the ability to demonstrate significant experience in physiotherapy practice Evidence of proven leadership and supervisory skills Previous experience within relevant clinical area Previous experience on-call, where relevant to clinical area Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team Evidence of continuing professional development Experience of audit, evaluation, or research Evidence of implementing change in a clinical environment Desirable Management qualification, or equivalent experience Attendance at post-graduation courses, or conferences, relevant to clinical area Able to demonstrate sound understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas Experience working in an acute hospital setting Leadership qualification, or experience 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 University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Address University Hospital Southampton Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)