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Main purpose of the job
In this rewarding role, youll support young people with vision impairment and complex needs, helping them live their best lives by delivering physiotherapy in a person-centred way. As part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary health and therapy team, youll be working in a collaborative and supportive environment where no two days are the same.
Job Summary
Main purpose of the job
In this rewarding role, youll support young people with vision impairment and complex needs, helping them live their best lives by delivering physiotherapy in a person-centred way. As part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary health and therapy team, youll be working in a collaborative and supportive environment where no two days are the same.
This is a varied and challenging position that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with sensory impairments and complex needs. If youre passionate about inclusive, impactful care, wed love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Duties And Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with health and therapy services
Take professional lead for Physiotherapy provision for students and young people throughout our college an adult service.
Deliver Physiotherapy throughout the extended curriculum.
As part of the multidisciplinary team provide leadership, management, development and support to Enablers in Therapy, Nurse Team, Care and Education.
Represent the therapy team in multi-disciplinary meetings.
Lead and attend meetings as required both on and off site.
Complete assessment for prospective students and young people prior to commencement at InFocus Charity or as part of the transition process.
Ensure all students and young people have high quality programmes of Physiotherapy which are shared with parents
Provide high quality training and assessment for staff
Contribute to care planning, risk assessment and goal setting for each young person as well as annual report writing for EHCP meetings.
Ensuring specialist equipment is used safely and withdrawn from use if unsafe or inappropriate for the young person.
About Us
Our purpose
Everyone deserves the opportunity to live their life to the fullest, taking every chance to make decisions and control their own futures. At InFocus, we are dedicated to making this a reality for young people and with vision impairments and complex needs across the UK. They often face a multitude of barriers due to the combined impact of being blind or having partial sight, together with having other disabilities and support needs
What We Do
We use our specialist expertise and knowledge to help each person with vision impairment and complex needs to find their unique pathway towards their very best life.
Details
Date posted
19 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£1,719,963 to £2,405,098 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0592-25-0002
Job locations
Topsham Road
Countess Wear
Exeter
EX2 6HA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Duties And Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with health and therapy services in facilitating high professional standards of Physiotherapy at the InFocus Charity.
Take professional lead for Physiotherapy provision for students and young people throughout our college an adult service.
Deliver Physiotherapy throughout the extended curriculum.
As part of the multidisciplinary team provide leadership, management, development and support to Enablers in Therapy, Nurse Team, Care and Education.
Maintain and develop standards of Physiotherapy service at InFocus.
Represent the therapy team in multi-disciplinary meetings.
Lead and attend meetings as required both on and off site.
Complete assessment for prospective students and young people prior to commencement at InFocus Charity or as part of the transition process. Review these assessments as circumstances change.
Take responsibility for the delivery, monitoring, implementation and evaluation of a high standard of Physiotherapy which promotes the independence, physical wellbeing, health and care of students and young people. Take on additional duties which could be off campus as a part of new initiatives of InFocus Charity.
Ensure all students and young people have high quality programmes of Physiotherapy which are shared with parents and all supporting workers at the InFocus Charity within a holistic framework.
Provide high quality training and assessment for staff to ensure Physiotherapy is an integral part of the young persons day.
Have current HCPC and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy registration and comply with CPD requirements using guidance from both.
Quality assure Physiotherapy provision and contribute to the Learner Service Improvement Plan to raise standards of Physiotherapy.
Maintain records in accordance with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and InFocus Charity.
Contribute to care planning, risk assessment and goal setting for each young person as well as annual report writing for EHCP meetings.
Complete regular analysis and audit of Physiotherapy provision for development of the service.
Ensuring specialist equipment is used safely and withdrawn from use if unsafe or inappropriate for the young person.
To liaise with external professionals relating to the needs of the young person.
To support the day-to-day management of the work of the specialist Physiotherapy assistant.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Duties And Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with health and therapy services in facilitating high professional standards of Physiotherapy at the InFocus Charity.
Take professional lead for Physiotherapy provision for students and young people throughout our college an adult service.
Deliver Physiotherapy throughout the extended curriculum.
As part of the multidisciplinary team provide leadership, management, development and support to Enablers in Therapy, Nurse Team, Care and Education.
Maintain and develop standards of Physiotherapy service at InFocus.
Represent the therapy team in multi-disciplinary meetings.
Lead and attend meetings as required both on and off site.
Complete assessment for prospective students and young people prior to commencement at InFocus Charity or as part of the transition process. Review these assessments as circumstances change.
Take responsibility for the delivery, monitoring, implementation and evaluation of a high standard of Physiotherapy which promotes the independence, physical wellbeing, health and care of students and young people. Take on additional duties which could be off campus as a part of new initiatives of InFocus Charity.
Ensure all students and young people have high quality programmes of Physiotherapy which are shared with parents and all supporting workers at the InFocus Charity within a holistic framework.
Provide high quality training and assessment for staff to ensure Physiotherapy is an integral part of the young persons day.
Have current HCPC and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy registration and comply with CPD requirements using guidance from both.
Quality assure Physiotherapy provision and contribute to the Learner Service Improvement Plan to raise standards of Physiotherapy.
Maintain records in accordance with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and InFocus Charity.
Contribute to care planning, risk assessment and goal setting for each young person as well as annual report writing for EHCP meetings.
Complete regular analysis and audit of Physiotherapy provision for development of the service.
Ensuring specialist equipment is used safely and withdrawn from use if unsafe or inappropriate for the young person.
To liaise with external professionals relating to the needs of the young person.
To support the day-to-day management of the work of the specialist Physiotherapy assistant.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Recognised national Physiotherapist qualification
* Registration with HCPC
* Evidence of ongoing CPD
* Experience of multi-professional working including liaison with external professionals
Desirable
* Ability to lead on meetings
* Remain updated with professional practice and the latest research
* Reflective practitioner both independently and with peers
* Committed to person centred practice
* Have an element of flexibility of working hours
* High level of tact and diplomacy
* Willingness to learn new approaches
* Self-motivated
* Accountability of own role and others within the Health and Therapy Team
* Ability to create an open culture of respect and challenge of practice
* To provide clear direction to staff, by setting timely and measurable objectives
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
Person Specification
Essential
* Recognised national Physiotherapist qualification
* Registration with HCPC
* Evidence of ongoing CPD
* Experience of multi-professional working including liaison with external professionals
Desirable
* Ability to lead on meetings
* Remain updated with professional practice and the latest research
* Reflective practitioner both independently and with peers
* Committed to person centred practice
* Have an element of flexibility of working hours
* High level of tact and diplomacy
* Willingness to learn new approaches
* Self-motivated
* Accountability of own role and others within the Health and Therapy Team
* Ability to create an open culture of respect and challenge of practice
* To provide clear direction to staff, by setting timely and measurable objectives
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
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.
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.
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
InFocus Charity
Address
Topsham Road
Countess Wear
Exeter
EX2 6HA
Employer's website
https://infocus-charity.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
InFocus Charity
Address
Topsham Road
Countess Wear
Exeter
EX2 6HA
Employer's website
https://infocus-charity.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
Job function
* Job function
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