Specialist Respiratory Neuromuscular Physiotherapist
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist to fill a Band 7 post within the Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Team at Great Ormond Street Childrens Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Band 6 Physiotherapist or an existing Band 7 Therapist, with a specialist interest in neuromuscular respiratory physiotherapy to join our dynamic, forward thinking, and friendly team.
The team consists of a Band 8 Team Lead Physiotherapist, eight Band 7s, a static Band 6 and two general Rotational Band 6 Physiotherapists, with a Band 4 Assistant.
Main duties of the job
This post provides a highly specialised respiratory physiotherapy service to children, both inpatients and outpatients at GOSH, with Neuromuscular disorders. Knowledge of mechanical insufflation/exsufflation, non-invasive ventilation and other airway clearance techniques is essential, together with experience of educating and training family/caregivers.
About us
We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.
We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.
We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Womens Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.
Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.
Person Specification
* Degree or equivalent qualification in physiotherapy
* Health Professionals Council Registration
* Evidence of CPD, including attendance at relevant postgraduate courses
* Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
* Membership of appropriate clinical interest groups e.g. ACPRC/APCP
Experience/Knowledge
* Substantial post graduate experience with at least 3 years in paediatrics, including respiratory
* Knowledge of general principles of paediatric physiotherapy with advanced knowledge in paediatric cardiorespiratory physiotherapy
* Knowledge of mechanical insufflation/exsufflation, NIV and airway clearance techniques.
* Experience of educating caregivers to complete prescribed airway clearance techniques, including MI:E.
* Organising physiotherapy input into a relevant, specific clinical unit and contributing to the general running of a physiotherapy department.
* Supervision of physiotherapists, students and assistants
* Previous experience of Audit
* Knowledge of principles of research through practice and experience
* Understanding of professional development issues and NHS reform, legal and professional issues of child protection, inclusion, privacy & data protection
Skills/Abilities
* Highly advanced clinical skills in paediatric respiratory physiotherapy
* Ability to work as part of both a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team
* Lecturing and presentation skills
* Able to prioritise workload using time management and delegation skills
* Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
* Excellent organisational skills
* Ability to motivate and develop others
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.
Location
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Salary
£58,133 to £65,261 a year (inclusive per annum pro rata)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
3 years
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
271-CCS-7872839
Job locations
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
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