Overview
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.
Physiotherapy Services Manager
Band 8B £74,003 - £79,164 Per annum
Plus £1,406 Distant Islands Allowance per annum
37 Hours per Week
(36 from April 2026 in line with Agenda for Change Reduced Working Week)
Permanent Post
We are looking for a dynamic experienced therapist to lead and manage our Service. The team consists of Physiotherapists, First Contact Practitioners, Support workers, Rehabilitation Assistants and Administrative Support and provides a comprehensive service to the population of the Western Isles of Scotland. The post holder will be responsible for carrying a specialist caseload and will have significant skills and depth of experience to influence decision making and the direction of the Service. A key feature of the post will be the ability to excel at leading and developing the of various clinical specialisms within the Service and engaging in partnership working. The postholder will operate within a context of providing clinical expertise, advice and guidance in collaboration with a range of stakeholders. The post is based in the Western Isles Hospital and the service operates across a range of health and community locations across the Western Isles.
The post holder will have access to training on and off the island or via video conference.
Location and base
Known as Scotland’s Atlantic Islands, the Western Isles are steeped in history and culture, with stunning landscapes, spectacular coastlines, a strong sense of community and identity, and renowned Hebridean hospitality. For those with young families, the Western Isles also offer a safe place to live, a high-quality education system, with low levels of crime. There are daily travel connections to the mainland via air and ferry. As a resident of the Western Isles, the successful candidate will be eligible to hold an Air Discount Scheme (ADS) card, which provides a discount on eligible air routes. A car driver is required for this post due to the spread of locations across the islands.
For further information please contact Emma Macsween Interim Chief Officer Health and Social Care - emacsween@cne-siar.gov.uk
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the Physiotherapy Service, including clinical and operational oversight.
* Supervise a team comprising Physiotherapists, First Contact Practitioners, Support workers, Rehabilitation Assistants and Administrative Support.
* Carry a specialist caseload and use advanced skills to influence decision making and the direction of the Service.
* Lead and develop a range of clinical specialisms within the Service and engage in partnership working.
* Provide clinical expertise, advice and guidance in collaboration with a range of stakeholders.
* Operate within the Western Isles Hospital and across health and community locations on the Western Isles.
Qualifications and requirements
* Dynamic, experienced therapist with the ability to lead and develop a multidisciplinary service.
* Ability to work in partnership with multiple stakeholders and across remote locations.
* Access to training on and off the island or via video conference.
* Eligible to hold an Air Discount Scheme (ADS) card where applicable.
* Relevant professional registration and PVG scheme requirements as part of NHS employment.
Additional information
* The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme).
* This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
* All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website and include a job description.
* Closing Date: 26 January 2026. This position may be closed after the date shown.
Telephone contact: Tel: 01851 762027.
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