We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Physiotherapist to join our Multi‑Disciplinary team to deliver a person‑centred therapy service to adults with physical deficits following an acquired brain injury or from a cerebrovascular accident. We are seeking a dynamic therapist to join our developing team of existing Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech & Language Therapist, Psychologist and Nurses at All Hallows, Suffolk. All Hallows is part of the Oakleaf Group, a leading provider of specialist brain injury inpatient rehabilitation services.
About the Service – All Hallows
All Hallows is a 29 bedded unit for men and women based in the village of Ditchingham on the Suffolk/Norfolk border. The centre supports individuals with complex healthcare needs associated with a neurological condition, including acquired brain injury.
What We Offer
* Recommend A Friend Bonus
* Free DBS Check
* Blue Light Card
* Free Employee Assistance Programme
* Annual Employee Awards Evening
* Employee Recognition Schemes
* Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
* CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friends grant
Our Values
* Friendly
* Positive
* Empowering
* Person‑Centred
Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Main duties of the job
Who Are We Looking For
The successful applicant should have a desire to develop their knowledge and skills in the field of brain injury rehabilitation. The role would ideally suit a Physiotherapist, who has completed a rotational post, or someone who is seeking to specialise in neuro rehabilitation and would like to develop their clinical skills further in this specialist field. HCPC registration is essential. Experience of working with people with neurological conditions is essential. Previous experience of specific brain injury rehabilitation is desirable.
Requirements
* Degree in Physiotherapy
* HCPC Registration
* Experience working with neurological conditions
* Ability to work within MDT settings
About us
CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self‑confidence.
Job responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION
Physiotherapist Band 5 (Neuro Rehabilitation)
Location: All Hallows Specialist Neurological Rehabilitation Centre
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full Time)
Contract: Permanent
About Us
All Hallows Specialist Neurological Rehabilitation Centre provides specialist inpatient rehabilitation for adults with complex neurological conditions, including acquired brain injury, stroke, SCI and progressive neurological disorders. We deliver active rehabilitation, high dependency care and specialist nursing within a multi‑disciplinary model focused on person‑centred outcomes.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 5 Physiotherapist looking to develop specialist skills in neurological rehabilitation. You will work alongside experienced clinicians including Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Therapists, Psychologists, Nurses and Rehabilitation Assistants to deliver high‑quality, goal‑focused rehabilitation.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver person‑centred physiotherapy assessment and treatment
* Manage a caseload of patients with complex neurological conditions
* Support MDT goal setting and rehabilitation planning
* Provide specialist advice on manual handling, falls prevention, spasticity management and respiratory care
* Support discharge planning and community transitions
* Contribute to service development and quality improvement
About You
* HCPC Registered Physiotherapist
* Passionate about neurological rehabilitation
* Able to work effectively within an MDT
* Organised, reflective and outcome‑focused
What We Offer
* Structured clinical supervision and CPD
* Access to internal and external training
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Physiotherapist Band 5
Location: All Hallows Specialist Neurological Rehabilitation Centre
Reports To: Therapy Lead / Clinical Lead
Accountable To: Registered Manager / Hospital Director
Job Purpose
To provide high quality, evidence‑based physiotherapy assessment and intervention for adults with neurological conditions within an inpatient specialist rehabilitation setting, working as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to maximise patient independence and recovery outcomes.
Clinical Duties
* Undertake comprehensive physiotherapy assessments
* Develop and implement goal‑orientated rehabilitation programmes
* Deliver individual and group therapy sessions
* Provide specialist advice to staff and families
* Monitor and evaluate patient progress using outcome measures
* Maintain accurate clinical records
Multi-Disciplinary Working
* Participate in MDT meetings and ward rounds
* Contribute to holistic rehabilitation planning
* Support discharge planning and community liaison
* Undertake risk assessments relating to mobility and therapy interventions
* Contribute to falls prevention strategies
* Escalate clinical concerns appropriately
Service Development
* Contribute to audit and quality improvement
* Support implementation of evidence‑based practice
* Participate in policy and pathway development
Professional Responsibilities
* Maintain HCPC registration
* Participate in supervision and appraisal
* Adhere to professional and organisational policies
Person Specification
Degree in Physiotherapy
HCPC Registration
Experience working with neurological conditions
Ability to work within MDT settings
Experience in brain injury rehabilitation
Knowledge of neuro outcome measures
Working Relationships
* Therapy Team
* Nursing Team
* Medical Team
* Patients and Families
* External Professionals and Commissioners
Physical & Emotional Demands
Manual handling of patients, exposure to complex clinical presentations and working with patients with cognitive, behavioural and emotional challenges.
Key Performance Indicators
* Caseload management
* Patient outcome measures
* Documentation compliance
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Degree in Physiotherapy
* HCPC Registration
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.
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