Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist to join the Community rehab team currently based out of St Austell Community Hospital covering both community patients in Arbennack and St Austell PCN areas and inpatient beds at St Austell community hospital .
The successful post holder will initially be covering an inpatient caseload working as a job share with other band 6 physiotherapists. Due to the NHS ten year plan the successful applicant will need to have an equal interest and willingness to pick up a community caseload and to be fluid in where they work to meet ever changing service need.
The team treats a range of physical conditions, assessing and treating patients in their own homes and on the hospital site and in community settings. A particular interest in care of the elderly/ frailty would be beneficial .
This a permanent part time post covering 27.5 hours over 3-4 days, work pattern to be discussed at interview
Experience of supervising junior staff and student mentoring would be advantageous
You will join a team of both physiotherapists and Occupational therapists and share an office with inpatient therapy staff making this a supportive learning environment
Main duties of the job
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
* Cornwall Foundation Trust
* Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
* Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
* Provide specialist assessment, effective treatment and individual goal setting of patients in their own home/place of residence
* To work alongside a wider MDT within the community including partner agencies, liaising with community and acute hospitals, adult social care and voluntary workers
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.
Details
Date posted
11 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
Job locations
St Austell Community Hospital
Porthpean Road
St Austell
PL26 6AA
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be expected to carry out specialist assessment of patients as an autonomous practitioner including those with highly complex presentations, and to use advanced clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence based practice to determine appropriate diagnosis and care plan utilising a wide range of treatment skills and options.
This is an ideal opportunity for a physiotherapist keen to develop his/her rehabilitation skills in the communityWe will offer a supportive working environment in which to develop your clinical and interpersonal skills, a structured in-service training programme; appraisal and supervision system.You will be encouraged to supervise support workers and more junior staff, and be involved in the clinical education of students.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be expected to carry out specialist assessment of patients as an autonomous practitioner including those with highly complex presentations, and to use advanced clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence based practice to determine appropriate diagnosis and care plan utilising a wide range of treatment skills and options.
This is an ideal opportunity for a physiotherapist keen to develop his/her rehabilitation skills in the communityWe will offer a supportive working environment in which to develop your clinical and interpersonal skills, a structured in-service training programme; appraisal and supervision system.You will be encouraged to supervise support workers and more junior staff, and be involved in the clinical education of students.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Essential
* Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
* HCPC Registered
* Broad range of post-graduate experience in medical, surgical, respiratory, orthopaedic, and neurological settings
Skills and Aptitude
Essential
* High level of assessment and treatment skills
Knowledge and abilities
Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively with patients and others concerning
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Essential
* Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
* HCPC Registered
* Broad range of post-graduate experience in medical, surgical, respiratory, orthopaedic, and neurological settings
Skills and Aptitude
Essential
* High level of assessment and treatment skills
Knowledge and abilities
Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively with patients and others concerning
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
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Austell Community Hospital
Porthpean Road
St Austell
PL26 6AA
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Employer details
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Austell Community Hospital
Porthpean Road
St Austell
PL26 6AA
Employer's website
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