Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Enhanced Paediatric Physiotherapist to undertake a clinical and strategic leadership role, delivering, managing and evaluating the acute paediatric neurology service on the paediatric wards within Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. The role is based at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, and you will work as part of the acute paediatric physiotherapy team, providing services to the paediatric wards including neurology, respiratory, orthopaedic and surgical cases. The role will also include outpatient clinics in the specialist field, as well as supporting the neonatal unit in the absence of the neonatal physiotherapist. Participation in the weekend services to the adult and paediatric wards is required, as well as the flexibility to work across the physiotherapy department as required by service needs. This is a part time, permanent post. For full details of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role please see the job description and person specification. Main duties of the job Support the coordination and delivery of paediatric acute physiotherapy services ensuring efficient and effective service provision. To undertake a lead role in the management of acute paediatric neurology on the paediatric wards and lead in the planning, co-ordinating, delivery, evaluation and improvement of physiotherapy services. To carry out enhanced assessment and treatment of paediatric inpatients and outpatients with neurological presentations. To support the paediatric physiotherapy service providing input to children and young people with respiratory, orthopaedic and surgical presentations on the paediatric wards and the neonatal unit. To deliver paediatric physiotherapy outpatient clinics in specialist field and triage caseload. To provide clinical and strategic leadership for the Paediatric Neurology and Neurodevelopmental Physiotherapy service with responsibilities for safety, quality, training and clinical governance agendas; supporting the workforce to deliver exceptional care. To work flexibly across the department as required by service need. About us As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 184-OL-PU-1190 Job locations Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Job description Job responsibilities Please see full job description Support the coordination and delivery of paediatric acute physiotherapy services ensuring efficient and effective service provision. To undertake a lead role in the management of acute paediatric neurology on the paediatric wards and lead in the planning, co-ordinating, delivery, evaluation and improvement of physiotherapy services. To carry out enhanced assessment and treatment of paediatric inpatients and outpatients with neurological presentations. To support the paediatric physiotherapy service providing input to children and young people with respiratory, orthopaedic and surgical presentations on the paediatric wards and the neonatal unit. To deliver paediatric physiotherapy outpatient clinics in specialist field and triage caseload. To provide clinical and strategic leadership for the Paediatric Neurology and Neurodevelopmental Physiotherapy service with responsibilities for safety, quality, training and clinical governance agendas; supporting the workforce to deliver exceptional care. To work flexibly across the department as required by service need. Job description Job responsibilities Please see full job description Support the coordination and delivery of paediatric acute physiotherapy services ensuring efficient and effective service provision. To undertake a lead role in the management of acute paediatric neurology on the paediatric wards and lead in the planning, co-ordinating, delivery, evaluation and improvement of physiotherapy services. To carry out enhanced assessment and treatment of paediatric inpatients and outpatients with neurological presentations. To support the paediatric physiotherapy service providing input to children and young people with respiratory, orthopaedic and surgical presentations on the paediatric wards and the neonatal unit. To deliver paediatric physiotherapy outpatient clinics in specialist field and triage caseload. To provide clinical and strategic leadership for the Paediatric Neurology and Neurodevelopmental Physiotherapy service with responsibilities for safety, quality, training and clinical governance agendas; supporting the workforce to deliver exceptional care. To work flexibly across the department as required by service need. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/diploma level education leading to State Registration by the Health Professions Council (UK) as a Physiotherapist.Evidence of Continuing Professional Development maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses related to this post. Desirable Membership of the Chartered Society of PhysiotherapyMembership of APCP Experience Essential Significant experience of working in paediatric neurology. Desirable Evidence of recent teaching, mentorship, and supervision of staffEvidence of recent audit and/or research experienceEvidence of involvement in change management and/or clinical service improvement.Experience of multi-professional working Additional Criteria Essential Detailed proven and up to date post graduate experience with extensive clinical experience relevant to the post.Relevant and comprehensive evidence of life-long learning and post-graduation training.Extensive and varied experience of the management of children with neurological / neurodevelopmental disorders.Extensive and varied experience of assessment and treatment of neonates and completion of relevant neonatal training.Able to provide robust leadership by empowering and supporting staff.Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.Knowledge of clinical governance.Experience of service development, project management and evaluation.Ability to demonstrate enhanced decision making / Clinical reasoning skills using highly specialist knowledge and application of current best practice in paediatric neurology.Able to demonstrate enhanced clinical reasoning and decision making skills.Ability to work under pressure and set priorities.Good time management and organisational skills and ability to work across in/outpatients as required during the week.Good planning, decision making and problem-solving skills.Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance.Therapeutic handling skills.Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession at all times.Able to develop a therapeutic rapport with children.Ability to summarise treatment session (written and oral).To have competent IT skills eg word processing and data base / spreadsheets.Evidence of a good standard of literacy / English language skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients.Willingness to be flexible in working locations.Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust to meet the needs of the service.Act in ways that support equality and value diversity. Desirable Experience of working across organisational boundaries in a health care setting.Experience of working in an extended role and decision making.Teaching and education experience as part of clinical role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/diploma level education leading to State Registration by the Health Professions Council (UK) as a Physiotherapist.Evidence of Continuing Professional Development maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses related to this post. Desirable Membership of the Chartered Society of PhysiotherapyMembership of APCP Experience Essential Significant experience of working in paediatric neurology. Desirable Evidence of recent teaching, mentorship, and supervision of staffEvidence of recent audit and/or research experienceEvidence of involvement in change management and/or clinical service improvement.Experience of multi-professional working Additional Criteria Essential Detailed proven and up to date post graduate experience with extensive clinical experience relevant to the post.Relevant and comprehensive evidence of life-long learning and post-graduation training.Extensive and varied experience of the management of children with neurological / neurodevelopmental disorders.Extensive and varied experience of assessment and treatment of neonates and completion of relevant neonatal training.Able to provide robust leadership by empowering and supporting staff.Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.Knowledge of clinical governance.Experience of service development, project management and evaluation.Ability to demonstrate enhanced decision making / Clinical reasoning skills using highly specialist knowledge and application of current best practice in paediatric neurology.Able to demonstrate enhanced clinical reasoning and decision making skills.Ability to work under pressure and set priorities.Good time management and organisational skills and ability to work across in/outpatients as required during the week.Good planning, decision making and problem-solving skills.Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance.Therapeutic handling skills.Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession at all times.Able to develop a therapeutic rapport with children.Ability to summarise treatment session (written and oral).To have competent IT skills eg word processing and data base / spreadsheets.Evidence of a good standard of literacy / English language skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients.Willingness to be flexible in working locations.Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust to meet the needs of the service.Act in ways that support equality and value diversity. Desirable Experience of working across organisational boundaries in a health care setting.Experience of working in an extended role and decision making.Teaching and education experience as part of clinical role. 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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)