Would you like to join a friendly, dynamic & supportive service with scope to work within Exeter Community Rehab (ECR) and Urgent Community Response (UCR) based in one hub in Central & East Exeter? We are seeking a Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our team for a 6-month fixed term. Please ensure that you have permission from your current line manager if you are an internal candidate applying for a secondment.
We aim to provide high quality care to maximise independence and quality of life at home through a strength-based approach. This is completed within a supportive network of experienced therapists offering a structured induction, time to shadow other community teams, peer support groups and opportunities for career development.
About the Role
More detail about the role
The focus of rehabilitation is paramount to patients which we are proud to support through individual patient assessments and treatments, with rehabilitation groups for strength and balance. We provide a variety of settings for patient treatments including within their own homes, care homes and gym spaces (NHS and Leisure Centres). In addition, we carry out virtual assessments and treatments facilitating the plan for the NHS digital transformation.
We are also supporting the National Ageing Well Agenda within the NHS Long Term Plan and this provides you with the chance to be at the forefront of change within Exeter.
The UCR function covers 8am-8pm across 7 day working and provides a 2 hour response to admission avoidance patients within the community, as well as continuing with the discharge to assess pathway. This post holder would be required to work on a rota basis within these hours.
* Working with patients with long-term conditions
* Frailty
* Neurological conditions
* Respiratory conditions
* Trauma, orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions
* Moving and handling including equipment prescription
* Patients in Short Term Rehabilitation Beds within Residential and Nursing Homes
There will be an opportunity to provide clinical supervision to rotational staff members as well as clinical support workers.
We strongly support a learning environment, therefore we also support students and apprentices within the team, which you will have an opportunity to work with.
The successful candidate will be an autonomous practitioner who is confident with lone working. You will require excellent communication skills, with the ability to prioritise, problem solve and be a team player who is adaptable to change.
We look forward to reading your application. Please feel free to contact us if you require any more information.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (08:30-16:30), with rostered shifts in Urgent Community Response (8am-8pm, Monday - Sunday)
For further information please contact: Ben Elliott (Clinical Lead Physiotherapist) or Jenna Phillips (Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist) on 01392 465666.
This is a fixed term contract 05/10/2026 - 04/04/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
* National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
* Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
* Car lease schemes.
* The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
* Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
* Salary Band 6: £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata
* Frequency Annual
* Vacancy Reference 185-103057-13164
* Contract Type Fixed Term
* Closing Date 27 May, 2026
* Job Category Physiotherapy
* Staff Group Allied Health Professionals
* Location Whipton Community Hospital, Hospital Lane, Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom
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