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Job overview An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a full time post as a Rehabilitation Instructor in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Outpatients team predominantly between the Wisbech and Doddington physiotherapy departments. At times you may be asked to work in other Dynamic Health locations such as Hinchingbrooke Hospital in Huntingdon or City Care Centre in Peterborough to cover annual leave, sickness or sudden increase in demand. The role involves working alongside the physiotherapy and Specialist service integrated team to enhance the patients’ rehabilitation, recovery and outcomes providing the next steps in physiotherapy treatment, through motivating and advising patients of effective management strategies. The candidate would be responsible for their own case load of patients for exercise based rehabilitation, as well as leading rehabilitation classes and pain management groups, as well as the development of our service. Applicants are required to have a strong profile of qualifications which may include but not exclusive to a sports/physiology related degree providing a strong exercise physiology background and/or a level 3 personal trainer qualification and follow up/ongoing relevant CPD qualifications, and evidence of training in rehabilitation and exercise referral prescription. Should we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 4th May 2026 Advert Role requires an in-depth exercise based knowledge of anatomy and physiology. We will look for evidence that applicants have studied a high level of human anatomy and physiology and demonstrated its application through having previous experience of exercise rehabilitation in both an individual and class based setting. To work alongside the musculoskeletal physiotherapy team to implement service provision for patients to access appropriate exercise programmes. To motivate and advise patients on the correct exercise management and being responsible for their own caseload of patients. Leading rehabilitation and education based classes, including pain management, Osteoarthritis and strength and conditioning. Providing high quality therapy service in the outpatient MSK department. Working for our organisation Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives. There’s one reason why our services are outstanding – and that ’ s our amazing staff - who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey. If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development. Detailed job description and main responsibilities To undertake the provision of rehabilitation classes for problems such as but not limited to: Osteoarthritis, spinal pain and chronic pain management. Have knowledge of exercise prescription, advice and education using various strategies to modify and improve patient performance during treatment sessions in both a group setting and on an individual basis, promoting self-management of their condition. To hold responsibility for own caseload working without direct supervision and in doing so being able to perform re-assessments of patients by questioning, observing and measuring patients abilities and needs. To work flexibly within a team structure under the supervision of qualified members of staff. Providing a high standard of therapy service to patients in the outpatient department. To use clinical judgement on a daily basis to evaluate patient progress including the recording of subjective and objective measurements. To conduct mobility assessments and provide appropriate walking aids as required. Independently co-ordinate, implement and progress rehabilitation groups. To be responsible for the maintenance, monitoring and stock control of materials and equipment within the rehabilitation setting. To provide care and dignity to patients at all times, whilst taking into account the individual needs of the patient. To maintain accurate, comprehensive and up to date documentation adhering to the standards of practice determined by East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust. To demonstrate a high level of physical skills requiring accuracy and dexterity. To promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy treatment and therefore ensure a consistent approach to patient care. To link with exercise referral schemes and other agencies promoting health and wellbeing. To demonstrate confidence in reporting regularly on patient progress and non-clinical incidents. To be responsible for the safe and competent use of gym equipment, patient appliances and aids used by patients. Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities that fall under the Disability Confident Scheme will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). All sites are Smoke Free. If you need this application in an offline format, please let us know. Immigration Status – East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is a diverse employer and welcomes all job applications. However, potential applicants should note that although the Trust is registered with the Home Office as a sponsor organisation for migrant workers, sponsorship can only be offered against eligible roles. If you are an applicant from outside the UK and do not already hold a self-gained right to work, we recommend you check the Home Office eligibility requirements before making an application. Please note: Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for some job roles, and this will be identified through filtering questions at the start of any job application on the Trac recruitment system. Our safe recruitment pre-employment checks are undertaken before an appointment is confirmed and may include a DBS check. Where the role requires you to drive, we'll ask you to validate your driving licence online via the DVLA. Redeployment - Please note that in the first instance priority for this vacancy will be given to staff who are on the Trusts Redeployment Register. Closing and Interview Dates -This vacancy may close early if sufficient applicants are received. Data Protection - A privacy notice detailing how we will handle your data is attached to this advert as a document. Your application will be transferred to our recruitment management system (Trac) once the advert has closed and you will receive notification then detailing how Trac will handle your data. Our safe recruitment pre-employment checks are undertaken before an appointment is confirmed and may include a DBS check. Where the role requires you to drive, we'll ask you to validate your driving licence online via the DVLA. In submitting an application, you authorise East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process should you be appointed. 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