Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within community paediatric physiotherapy for a part time 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced band 7 Paediatric Physiotherapist.
This role will require managing a busy paediatric physiotherapy caseload based at Redgrave Gardens Children and Young People's Centre but also working in mainstream and special needs nurseries and schools. Children's age ranges from newborns to 19 years of age.
You will be actively involved in our in house Orthopaedic clinics, be part of our Postural Management clinics and participate in joint working with the wider MDT.
Your role will involve supervision of technical instructors, students and Band 6 physios, including appraisals and teaching. You will be expected to work as an independent and autonomous practitioner, but will be supported in this role by a strong team of specialist physiotherapists and in close collaboration with a proactive and innovative team.
To be considered for this job you will hold a recognised physiotherapy qualification, be a member of the HCPC and CSP. You will have broad based postgraduate experience and demonstrable experience as a Paediatric Physiotherapist. Previous NHS experience is highly desirable.
Main duties of the job
To manage a full caseload in an allocated area of work within community paediatrics, ensuring each child receives the highest standard of care possible within resource limitations
To undertake the advanced assessment and treatment of children within the speciality who usually have complex and /or chronic conditions.
To liaise closely with parents, care staff and other professionals involved with this patient group.
To perform highly advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of children with diverse presentations and highly complex physical and psychological conditions, determine diagnosis, formulate, and deliver an appropriate, effective individualised treatment programme.
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. Have responsibility for seeking clinical peer support and evaluation of work through appropriate networks.
Plan, supervise, educate and assess the performance of physiotherapy students on placement within the paediatric section. Work closely with the university and comply with all the standards required for the degree level qualification.
Design and undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and team's clinical practice and improve service delivery within the paediatric section. Identify and implement changes as agreed with the Community Paediatric Physiotherapy Lead.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Details Date posted
03 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
418-DTO9111-KA
Job locations
Redgrave Children and Young People's Centre
Redgrave Gardens
Luton
LU3 3QN
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see job description and person specification for further information and details.
Please do not hesitate to call if you have any further questions.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see job description and person specification for further information and details.
Please do not hesitate to call if you have any further questions.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Degree/diploma in physiotherapy
* Evidence of relevant CPD
* Postgraduate learning relevant to paediatrics
Desirable
* Evidence of leadership training
* Membership of special interest group
* clinical educator training
Experience Essential
* Several years paediatric experience at band 6 level or above
* Previous leadership experience
* NHS experience
* experience of clinical audit and service evaluation
Desirable
* Development of protocols and guidelines
* Experience of working in liaison with outside agencies
* Experience of being part of a committee
Knowledge Essential
* Specialist knowledge of a broad range of paediatric conditions
* Specialist knowledge of paediatric physiotherapy assessment and treatment techniques
* Understanding of clinical governance and implications for service
* Ability to related theory to practice
Desirable
* Awareness of local and national agendas within paediatrics
* Knowledge of service improvement techniques
Communication Essential
* Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
* Ability to pass on knowledge to others
* Be able to overcome communication barriers
* Able to present information in a clear and logical manner
Desirable
* Experience of makaton/alternative methods of communication
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Degree/diploma in physiotherapy
* Evidence of relevant CPD
* Postgraduate learning relevant to paediatrics
Desirable
* Evidence of leadership training
* Membership of special interest group
* clinical educator training
Experience Essential
* Several years paediatric experience at band 6 level or above
* Previous leadership experience
* NHS experience
* experience of clinical audit and service evaluation
Desirable
* Development of protocols and guidelines
* Experience of working in liaison with outside agencies
* Experience of being part of a committee
Knowledge Essential
* Specialist knowledge of a broad range of paediatric conditions
* Specialist knowledge of paediatric physiotherapy assessment and treatment techniques
* Understanding of clinical governance and implications for service
* Ability to related theory to practice
Desirable
* Awareness of local and national agendas within paediatrics
* Knowledge of service improvement techniques
Communication Essential
* Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
* Ability to pass on knowledge to others
* Be able to overcome communication barriers
* Able to present information in a clear and logical manner
Desirable
* Experience of makaton/alternative methods of communication
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
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Redgrave Children and Young People's Centre
Redgrave Gardens
Luton
LU3 3QN
Employer's website
https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Redgrave Children and Young People's Centre
Redgrave Gardens
Luton
LU3 3QN
Employer's website
https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)
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