Job summary Looking for a new challenge? We are seeking passionate and enthusiastic Band 6 MSK Specialist Physiotherapists to join our MSK team across West Essex. You will be part of the Integrated MSK Service (IMSKS) which is supported by a high ratio of senior to junior clinical staff ensuring comprehensive supervision, training and development opportunities to expand knowledge, skills and scope of practice. EPUT has an excellent reputation in supporting professional development and AHP's. EPUT are proud of the Quality First Programme to support individual clinicians to scope and deliver quality initiatives to deliver ongoing improvement in patient care. This is a great time to join the West Essex MSK service at EPUT, with current NHS initiatives expanding the clinical role of Allied Health Professionals including Physiotherapists throughout healthcare within West Essex. EPUT is a key system partner for the West Essex Integrated Care Partnership (ICP). The partnership includes Princess Alexandra NHS Trust, 2 GP Provider companies and West Essex Clinical Commissioning Group. West Essex is a diverse area stretching northwards from its boundary with Greater London into the heart of rural Essex. Transport links are excellent, with access to London Underground in the south and the M11 and M25 close to hand. So come and join a forward thinking MSK team and be part of something different to improve the care and outcomes for the West Essex population Main duties of the job To be a Specialist Physiotherapist responsible for providing a high standard of assessment, advice, treatment and evaluation of patients referred to the Musculoskeletal Service. This may include patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions To build on previous experience to further develop clinical and managerial competencies. To work as an autonomous professional according to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy rules of Professional Conduct and Standards of Physiotherapy and the Health Professions Council's regulations. To work as part of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in the provision of a high standard of care to those patients referred to the musculoskeletal service, to ensure the continuation of therapy on transfer or discharge as necessary Working without direct supervision, to hold responsibility for own caseload and the seamless transfer of physiotherapy care for a defined area of the service or a particular patient type. Supervision may take the form of regular formal training and clinical reasoning sessions, peer review or case presentations / discussions. To assist more senior physiotherapists, in the further development and the coordination of the provision of physiotherapy. To deputise for the Team Leader as appropriate To supervise, educate and assess performance of physiotherapy students. About us EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including; Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment Join our Staff bank What is Staff Bank? Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times. All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish. If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, plus 5% HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 364-A-8488-A Job locations St Margaret's Hospital The Plain Epping CM16 6TN Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the job role and responsibilities, please read the job description and person specification. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the job role and responsibilities, please read the job description and person specification. Person Specification Education and training Essential BSc Physiotherapy degree Registered with HCPC or equivalent Desirable post graduate courses or qualifications relevant to MSK Experience Essential At least 12 months experience as band 5 Physiotherapist Experience in MSK At least 12 months experience of working in the NHS as a physiotherapist Person Specification Education and training Essential BSc Physiotherapy degree Registered with HCPC or equivalent Desirable post graduate courses or qualifications relevant to MSK Experience Essential At least 12 months experience as band 5 Physiotherapist Experience in MSK At least 12 months experience of working in the NHS as a physiotherapist 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 Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Address St Margaret's Hospital The Plain Epping CM16 6TN Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)