Senior Physiotherapist – Independent Living Service
Adult Social Care – Discharge to Assess at Home (DTAH) & Independent Living Service (ILS)
A Council in Bolton is seeking an experienced Senior Physiotherapist to join their Independent Living Service team. This is a key role supporting residents to remain independent at home through rehabilitation, assessment, and partnership working across health and social care services.
Main Duties:
Provide clinical expertise and physiotherapy assessment within the Discharge to Assess at Home (DTAH) and Independent Living Service (ILS) pathways
Support individuals to regain independence following hospital discharge through rehabilitation and mobility assessments
Work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Community Officers, hospitals, Bolton at Home, and other partner organisations
Assess functional ability and recommend appropriate interventions, equipment, or adaptations to support independent living
Contribute to telecare and sensory service pathways where required
Manage and prioritise a complex caseload of community-based assessments and interventions
Support service development and promote integrated working across health and social care services
Provide advice, guidance, and support to colleagues within the multidisciplinary team
Requirements:
Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
HCPC Registration
Substantial post-qualification experience in community or rehabilitation settings
Experience working with hospital discharge pathways or intermediate care services
Strong knowledge of rehabilitation, mobility assessment, and promoting independence
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Excellent communication, organisational, and clinical decision-making skills
Ability to travel and work flexibly when required
Why Join Our Agency?
With over 10 years of experience in social care recruitment, Ackerman Pierce offers a personalised and supportive service. You will have a dedicated consultant, fast registration, DBS support, and guaranteed weekly payments.
To discuss this Senior Physiotherapist role in Bolton or similar opportunities, please contact Ella Hajittofis or submit your CV today