Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified physiotherapist to join our Children's Therapy Service working in our Chorley and South Ribble Team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward thinking paediatric Physiotherapist looking for their next challenge. This post is suitable for an experienced physiotherapist who has a real desire to work with children and young people between the age of 0-19 providing assessment and treatment on a number of clinical pathways including MSK, Early Years, Coordination Difficulties, Neurological and Long Term Conditions. We operate across a variety of community settings including special and mainstream schools, clinics, and within a home setting. Main duties of the job Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is an exciting place to work as a Physiotherapist. We have sound professional structures to lead and inspire our Physiotherapy workforce. We are dedicated to developing our workforce within LSCFT. You will be supported in gaining skills in advanced clinical reasoning and problem solving as well as skills in complex assessment and intervention. About us We offer a robust induction and training opportunities. We have a strong clinical and professional leadership team who are invested in supporting and developing staff in line with the Trust's commitment towards staff well-being including flexible working options. We, in turn, would welcome someone who shows the willingness to support the continued development of themselves and others as well as the service. Date posted 25 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum Pro Rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 351-CEN1065-RA-B Job locations Leyland House Leyland PR26 6TY Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role. Person Specification Education/ Qualifications Essential Professional Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy Current Professional Registration with HCPC Knowledge Essential Understanding of clinical governance framework & implications for practice, including audit and research governance Knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools for children with diverse needs. Experience Essential Evidence of recent and relevant post graduate experience encompassing the specialist field of practice. that demonstrates an in depth knowledge of specialist area/transferable relevant skills Multi-disciplinary/multi-agency collaborative working Experience of working with children with complex needs and their families in community/non clinical setting Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal Able to work independently as lead specialist Work Related Circumstances Essential Ability to comply with the travel requirements of the post. Person Specification Education/ Qualifications Essential Professional Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy Current Professional Registration with HCPC Knowledge Essential Understanding of clinical governance framework & implications for practice, including audit and research governance Knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools for children with diverse needs. Experience Essential Evidence of recent and relevant post graduate experience encompassing the specialist field of practice. that demonstrates an in depth knowledge of specialist area/transferable relevant skills Multi-disciplinary/multi-agency collaborative working Experience of working with children with complex needs and their families in community/non clinical setting Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal Able to work independently as lead specialist Work Related Circumstances Essential Ability to comply with the travel requirements of the post. 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust Address Leyland House Leyland PR26 6TY Employer's website https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)