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Rotational Physiotherapist
The closing date is 09 July 2025
Fixed term Band 5 Physiotherapist (Rotational)
x1 Contract end date: 31/10/2025
x1 Contract end date: 01/04/2026
x1 Contract end date: 01/07/2026
Previous applicants for the most recent Fixed Term advert need not re-apply
We are a friendly and welcoming department, looking for enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapists to join our well established band 5 Physiotherapy rotations.
This is a fantastic opportunity to advance and consolidate your knowledge and skills across a variety of acute clinical settings. The role is suitable for new graduates as well as those with previous working experience; those in their final year of study are welcome to apply.
Band 5 rotations across South Tyneside and Sunderland include:
Critical Care & Respiratory
Acute medicine, Vascular & Surgery
Neurology inpatients and outpatients including amputee rehab
Older persons medicine
Hand therapy
MSK outpatients and Pelvic Health
Palliative Care
SIMS
Paediatric inpatients and outpatients
Recovery at Home
Main duties of the job
Professional Development is encouraged through annual & rotational appraisals, supervision with senior staff from the specialist area, as well as peer group meetings where you have an opportunity to learn from, and to share your experiences with your band 5 Physio peers. This may also include involvement in service developments and audits.
The main duties of the job include:
To be responsible for the assessment and treatment of your own caseload.
To undertake band 5 rotations, and participate in weekend rotas and overnight on-call duties.
To supervise therapy support staff, technical instructors, associate practitioners and student physiotherapists
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,600 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job responsibilities
To work as an autonomous practitionerusing clinical reasoning skills to providephysiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and advice to an independentlymanaged caseload.
To build upon undergraduate skills andcontinue professional development under the guidance of specialistphysiotherapy colleagues.
To participate in physiotherapyin-service training programmes and external postgraduate training asappropriate.
To deliver a quality service and becomeinvolved with service improvement initiatives as required.
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Person Specification
Skills
* Ability to organise and prioritise
* Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
* Ability to communicate at all levels
* Basic IT skills
* Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
* Presentational skills
Personal Qualities
* Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and to work within an environment with competing demands
* Ability to maintain high levels of concentration
* Evidence of maintaining a healthy lifestyle
Qualifications
* BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
* HCPC State Registration
* Continuing Professional Development diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience
* Basic numeracy and literacy skills to level 1 or equivalent
* Basic IT skills
* Experience of working in the NHS
* An understanding of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements and NHS standing
Experience
* Comprehensive experience at undergraduate level including Respiratory, Neurology and Musculoskeletal
* Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings
* A proactive ability to represent the profession and the Trust with positive enthusiasm
* Commitment, motivation and adaptability
* Flexibility
Other
* Driving Licence
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.
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
£29,970 to £36,483 a year£31,049 - £37,796 (25/26 pay award pending)
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