This post is fixed term until 9th October 2026
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.
Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
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This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.
Please note: As this post is part-time, the salary will be pro-rata.
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Physiotherapist with strong neurology rehabilitation knowledge and clinical skills to join Lothian Community Neurology Outpatient Service within the Rehabilitation Physiotherapy Service. As a Band 6 Physiotherapist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality rehabilitation to patients with complex needs following injury or illness. The service operates across Lothian, delivering care through satellite clinics, community visits, and outpatient settings, and supports specialist clinics such as Functional Electrical Stimulation and Spasticity Management. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and be responsible for supervising the clinical workload of Band 5 Physiotherapists, Clinical Support Workers, and Physiotherapy Students.
Essential Requirements
* Degree in Physiotherapy
* Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
We are looking for someone who is passionate about rehabilitation, committed to professional development, and eager to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking team.
For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, click on the links at the bottom of the screen to the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions, please contact Rachael Cottier or Mandy Graham Team Lead Physiotherapists, telephone 0131 537 9343 or email rachael.cottier@nhs.scot or mandy.graham@nhs.scot
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