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As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Specialist Physiotherapist (band 6) who will work as part of a warm and supportive team; across Mental Health In-patient & Community settings. NHS Borders has 4 inpatient mental health wards including Acute, Rehabilitation, Dementia Assessment, and functionally ill older Adults wards.
This post works flexibly with patients across a variety of settings with a recovery orientated focus and also following the principles of Connecting People – Connecting Support. The successful candidate will work closely with the MDT and 3rd sector agencies. The post has clinical support and supervision. There is a structured induction and CPD opportunities. There is also the opportunity to work additional paid hours on weekend Physiotherapy rotas in the Borders General Hospital through the NHS Borders Physiotherapy bank- if you would like to be interviewed and registered for the for the Physiotherapy bank as well please let us know.
Previous experience of working with people with mental ill health and with older adults is essential; community experience desirable. A full current UK driving licence is essential and will be checked at Interview. Access to a car with business insurance is essential.
It is essential that you have a Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy and HCPC registered. A requirement of this post is to become a member of Protection of vulnerable groups (PVG) Scheme Membership/Disclosure Scotland Check. All applicants are required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their application
The Borders is a beautiful place in which to live and work. It has affordable housing, good schools and is well connected with the Borders railway.
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