NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. Who we are: NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net) From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings. Position: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bank MSK Physiotherapist based at NHS Ayrshire & Arran. What you will do: The MSK Physiotherapist will be accountable for the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programs of care for a defined caseload of patients. They will work within the professional standards of the Heath and Care Professions Council and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. The Physiotherapist will ensure the safe working practices of themselves and others, working within their own recognised Scope of Practice. According to agreed competencies, the bank Physiotherapist may carry out this work in hospital, outpatient or community settings. The physiotherapist will work with the Team Lead or other senior team member guided by local and national protocols, procedures and guidelines, making decisions based on best practice evidence and assist the physiotherapy team to provide safe and effective care. Depending on the situation and skill mix, the physiotherapist will supervise and advise less experienced registered and non-registered staff and may contribute to the development of teaching and learning programs within the team. Where appropriate, they may take opportunities available for further education and develop interests to support and benefit the ward or department. There should be an understanding of a range of work procedures and practices, some of which are nonroutine, which require a base level of theoretical knowledge. This is normally acquired through formal training or equivalent experience. Applicants must have current HCPC registration or be a student in the process of obtaining registration imminently. NHS Ayrshire & Arran Physiotherapy team covers the Southwest of Scotland on the Firth of the Clyde, serving a region from Ballantrae in the South to Wemyss Bay in the North. Ayrshire boasts 80 miles of coastline, picturesque beaches, rolling green hills and islands, and provides access to a large range of outdoor pursuits including water sports, cycling and hill walking. There are excellent transport links with Glasgow. For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job: Following are the basic knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job at a Band 6 level. Further information and job descriptions/persons specifications for the full range of Band 6 and 7 posts are available to view by clicking the link below. For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification Hours: Bank - If and when required. UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership: A UK car licence/car ownership is essential to this role. If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Workforce Solutions Team on 01563 826750. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR OVERSEAS CANDIDATES To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form. The Recruitment Team are unable to answer individual queries at application stage about this, please visit here for further information. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact JobTrain Candidate Support Hub : https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home - for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser “ Google Chrome ” or “ Microsoft Edge ” when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts .