Job summary This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups. An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and driven Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our innovative, friendly team across our rotations at East Cheshire NHS Trust. This is an excellent career opportunity, suitable for both newly qualified and experienced Band 5 physiotherapists. We are looking for: Enthusiastic, self-motivated HCPC registered Physiotherapist NHS placement and/ experience Excellent communication skills Work autonomously and within the team and wider MDT Organisation and time management Patient centred care Sound evidence based clinical knowledge Work within trust policies and professional practice Maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records A full UK driving licence with vehicle access or be able to demonstrate means of meeting the travel requirements of the post What we offer in return: Full induction Mentorship and preceptorship programmes CPD to support and develop in the role Advice and support from clinical specialists Service development and innovation is strongly encouraged alongside audit and research Encouragement into internal promotion opportunities Hours per week: 37.5 Fixed term: 12 months - secondment opportunities will be available. Main duties of the job To rotate through a wide range of rotations including medical, surgical, acute, community and OP neuro-rehabilitation, frailty, palliative, orthopaedics, rheumatology OP and both GP clinics, gymnasium and department based musculoskeletal therapies. To undertake assessment of patients with a wide range of conditions and to work as autonomous clinicians, under the guidance of Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists as required, using accurate analytical skills and clinical reasoning to interpret assessment findings, making diagnoses where appropriate, identifying patient problems, setting goals, and providing an appropriate treatment plan and progression Upon completion of on call competencies, to work unsupervised in an on-call and out of hour's emergency service. About us It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve. COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring. Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert. Date posted 23 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 209-A-25-6915696 Job locations Macclesfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration Relevant professional degree / diploma Knowledge Essential Knowledge of a range of assessment tools & interventions relevant to a broad range of patients Awareness of recent NHS legislation, recommendations Awareness of national and local priorities and changing trends Desirable A basic knowledge of the service / trust values & objectives Completion of in-house competency frameworks / relevant post-graduate courses Skills Essential Effective communication and listening skills Ability to make appropriate decisions Ability to prioritise workload Ability to work autonomously and as part of team Proactive, takes own initiative Supportive team member Reflective practice IT skills Desirable Audit skills Experience Essential Experience of contributing to individual & group interventions for patients & settings relevant to the role Broad range of clinical experience as a student in NHS settings Desirable Experience of contributing to audit / research Specific Job Requirement Essential Prior experience working in the NHS - broad range of NHS student placements to include, Respiratory ITU, and Outpatients Demonstrate an understanding of the Physiotherapy Service Desirable Completion of junior competency framework (or working towards) Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration Relevant professional degree / diploma Knowledge Essential Knowledge of a range of assessment tools & interventions relevant to a broad range of patients Awareness of recent NHS legislation, recommendations Awareness of national and local priorities and changing trends Desirable A basic knowledge of the service / trust values & objectives Completion of in-house competency frameworks / relevant post-graduate courses Skills Essential Effective communication and listening skills Ability to make appropriate decisions Ability to prioritise workload Ability to work autonomously and as part of team Proactive, takes own initiative Supportive team member Reflective practice IT skills Desirable Audit skills Experience Essential Experience of contributing to individual & group interventions for patients & settings relevant to the role Broad range of clinical experience as a student in NHS settings Desirable Experience of contributing to audit / research Specific Job Requirement Essential Prior experience working in the NHS - broad range of NHS student placements to include, Respiratory ITU, and Outpatients Demonstrate an understanding of the Physiotherapy Service Desirable Completion of junior competency framework (or working towards) Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements 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 East Cheshire NHS Trust Address Macclesfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)