Job summary
Job Title
Senior Physiotherapist
A4C Band
Band 6
Hours of Work
Ability to work as part of a 7-day service, 8am to 8pm. Although, usual
working hours will be Mon-Fri 08:00 - 17:00. Flexible working will be considered.
Directorate
Doncaster Care Group
Rehabilitation
Location
Required to work at any location at any time throughout the duration of theircontract within the RDaSH footprint, or set out under terms of their contract. Travel outsidethe RDaSH footprint may also be required.
Accountable to
Clinical/Team Lead
Main duties of the job
* To provide specialist physiotherapy assessments over a rangeof conditions and complexities using advanced clinicalreasoning to analyse clinical and non-clinical findings to formaccurate physiotherapy diagnoses and prognoses.
* To manage a clinical caseload, organising this effectively andefficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time withaccess to expert support as required, both for self and morejunior staff, within MDT.
* To formulate and recommend to others the best course ofphysiotherapy intervention and/or treatment programmes tomeet the agreed goals set with the individual patient/or carer,using evidence based practice and a wide range of treatmentskills and options.
* To evaluate patient progress, review goal setting and alter treatmentprogrammes as required.
* To contribute to the safe, timely and appropriate discharge ofpatients. This may require involvement or taking a lead indischarge planning.
* To work as an effective member of the MDT.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
Details
Date posted
12 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
376-PHN-0245
Job locations
Opal Centre
Tickhill Road Hospital
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy. HCPC registered
Desirable
* Relevant Master level post-graduate modules
* Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
* Management/leadership courses
Experience
Essential
* Demonstrable appropriate postgraduate experience in a broad range of areas including adequate relevant experience in the specific clinical specialty
* Evidence of relevant CPD
* Evidence of community and inpatient working
* Experience of working with patients who have fallen and in the care of older adults. Knowledge of current best practice
* Experience of supervising junior / support staff
* An understanding of the principles of clinical governance
* Understanding of professional conduct and confidentiality
* Extensive experience of working as part of a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team.
* Experience of networking within physiotherapy and in the wider Health & Social Care community
* Experience in clinical audit, research and effectiveness
* Clinical education and development of physiotherapy staff and other members of the MDT
Desirable
* Experience of NHS working
* Experience in undertaking personal development appraisal
* Leadership experience
* Knowledge of relevant legislation, eligibility criteria/policies and procedures
* Previous use of computer-based data collection system
* Experience of research, audit, reflective practice or outcome measures
* Experience of working within a respiratory service
Knowledge
Essential
* Awareness of Falls and Respiratory National policies and NICE guidance
* Demonstrate clinical knowledge of a broad range of diagnoses and conditions in line with areas of the post
* Awareness of relevant clinical guidelines and legislation and their application in practice
* Demonstrable knowledge HCPC standard of practice and of professional registration requirements
* Understanding of information governance and of the processes for sharing patient information across agencies
* Understanding of the issues pertaining to clinical risk management, and ability for formulate plans to reduce risk
Desirable
* An awareness of current NHS trends which influence service provision
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
* Flexible approach
* Able to recognise own limitations and when to seek supervision
* Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy. HCPC registered
Desirable
* Relevant Master level post-graduate modules
* Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
* Management/leadership courses
Experience
Essential
* Demonstrable appropriate postgraduate experience in a broad range of areas including adequate relevant experience in the specific clinical specialty
* Evidence of relevant CPD
* Evidence of community and inpatient working
* Experience of working with patients who have fallen and in the care of older adults. Knowledge of current best practice
* Experience of supervising junior / support staff
* An understanding of the principles of clinical governance
* Understanding of professional conduct and confidentiality
* Extensive experience of working as part of a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team.
* Experience of networking within physiotherapy and in the wider Health & Social Care community
* Experience in clinical audit, research and effectiveness
* Clinical education and development of physiotherapy staff and other members of the MDT
Desirable
* Experience of NHS working
* Experience in undertaking personal development appraisal
* Leadership experience
* Knowledge of relevant legislation, eligibility criteria/policies and procedures
* Previous use of computer-based data collection system
* Experience of research, audit, reflective practice or outcome measures
* Experience of working within a respiratory service
Knowledge
Essential
* Awareness of Falls and Respiratory National policies and NICE guidance
* Demonstrate clinical knowledge of a broad range of diagnoses and conditions in line with areas of the post
* Awareness of relevant clinical guidelines and legislation and their application in practice
* Demonstrable knowledge HCPC standard of practice and of professional registration requirements
* Understanding of information governance and of the processes for sharing patient information across agencies
* Understanding of the issues pertaining to clinical risk management, and ability for formulate plans to reduce risk
Desirable
* An awareness of current NHS trends which influence service provision
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
* Flexible approach
* Able to recognise own limitations and when to seek supervision
* Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Opal Centre
Tickhill Road Hospital
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Opal Centre
Tickhill Road Hospital
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer's website
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