Job summary We are looking for someone really special to join us as a physiotherapist. The ideal candidate will be someone confident in supporting our amazing veterans. It is a role that will suit a physiotherapist who is driven, motivated and has the ability to lead by example. It matters to us who you really are. We strive to live our values in everything we do, and we want the people who join us to do the same. Having the right person join our team is important. We are committed to investing in our staff in skills, behaviours and wellbeing. We have a comprehensive training offer for our team members and your continued professional development is important to us. We are looking for people who share our values, people with passion and dedication who want to work as part of a team. People who want to make a difference to others. Main duties of the job To deliver a person centred approach which enables and promotes independence and supports positive quality of life To provide direct physiotherapy input to residents About us Our Surbiton Home offers a warm welcome to residents and their families. The Home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission and Outstanding in Care and staff provide specialist dementia and nursing care tailored to the needs and wishes of each individual. Every aspect of the Home has been designed with our residents' wellbeing in mind. Our staff are highly skilled and motivated and are constantly evolving services and innovating our care to meet present and future needs. Equivalent of 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) Modern working environment Employer Pension Contribution of 7.5% with matching Employee contribution of 5% Life insurance of 3 x salary (until age 70) 10 weeks full occupational sick pay, before statutory sick pay Access to appropriate professional bodies and payment of membership fees after 6 months of employment Learning and Development fully funded opportunities to support you in your role Access to mental health, financial and legal support Additional leave for Armed Forces Reserves and Cadet Forces Adult Volunteers Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £27,140 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number B0459-25-0000 Job locations Royal Star & Garter Homes Upper Brighton Road Surbiton Surrey KT6 6JY Job description Job responsibilities Key responsibilities: 1.To provide comprehensive assessment of residents, using an individualised goal setting and holistic approach to demonstrate outcomes. 2.Train and empower the staff team to deliver physiotherapy interventions identified in the individualised care plan 3.Enable and support residents to maximise their physical potential through rehabilitation and enablement 4.Share knowledge, experience and best practice throughout the team, including but not limited to moving and handling training. 5.To be a Falls Champion for the allocated Home and support the Home Manager with Root Cause Analysis investigations as required. 6.Oversee the management and servicing of mobility equipment 7.To be proactive in risk assessing residents for moving and handling and hoisting procedures. 8.Support regulatory compliance, in accordance with Royal Star & Garter policies, appropriate legislation and guidance stipulated by regulatory bodies. 9.To ensure within the scope of your role that you promote health and safety and comply with the requirements set out in the Homes Health & Safety Policy and comply with guidelines for moving and handling residents 10.Provide cross- site cover for the other Homes when required. 11.To undertake such other duties as may be required and which are consistent with the nature of this post. General To comply with and practice within the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Rules of Professional Standards and the Health Professions Council Standards of Proficiency, Conduct of Performance and Ethics. To act as a role model by representing the values and beliefs of the profession and that of Royal Star & Garter. Job description Job responsibilities Key responsibilities: 1.To provide comprehensive assessment of residents, using an individualised goal setting and holistic approach to demonstrate outcomes. 2.Train and empower the staff team to deliver physiotherapy interventions identified in the individualised care plan 3.Enable and support residents to maximise their physical potential through rehabilitation and enablement 4.Share knowledge, experience and best practice throughout the team, including but not limited to moving and handling training. 5.To be a Falls Champion for the allocated Home and support the Home Manager with Root Cause Analysis investigations as required. 6.Oversee the management and servicing of mobility equipment 7.To be proactive in risk assessing residents for moving and handling and hoisting procedures. 8.Support regulatory compliance, in accordance with Royal Star & Garter policies, appropriate legislation and guidance stipulated by regulatory bodies. 9.To ensure within the scope of your role that you promote health and safety and comply with the requirements set out in the Homes Health & Safety Policy and comply with guidelines for moving and handling residents 10.Provide cross- site cover for the other Homes when required. 11.To undertake such other duties as may be required and which are consistent with the nature of this post. General To comply with and practice within the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Rules of Professional Standards and the Health Professions Council Standards of Proficiency, Conduct of Performance and Ethics. To act as a role model by representing the values and beliefs of the profession and that of Royal Star & Garter. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma in Physiotherapy or BSc (Hons). Registration with HCPC Experience Essential Essential behaviours / characteristics: Committed to delivering the highest standards of person centred care Assessment and treatment skills for working with older people and those living with dementia Able to demonstrate good judgement, problem solving and decision making Proactive and able to use initiative Able to motivate others Effective organisational skills Good Communication skills (written and verbal) Team player Committed to Continued Professional Development IT literate Desirable Experience of providing treatment to older people and or those with dementia care Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team environment Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma in Physiotherapy or BSc (Hons). Registration with HCPC Experience Essential Essential behaviours / characteristics: Committed to delivering the highest standards of person centred care Assessment and treatment skills for working with older people and those living with dementia Able to demonstrate good judgement, problem solving and decision making Proactive and able to use initiative Able to motivate others Effective organisational skills Good Communication skills (written and verbal) Team player Committed to Continued Professional Development IT literate Desirable Experience of providing treatment to older people and or those with dementia care Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team environment 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. 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. 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 Royal Star & Garter Address Royal Star & Garter Homes Upper Brighton Road Surbiton Surrey KT6 6JY Employer's website https://starandgarter.org/ (Opens in a new tab)