Job description
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust's values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Person specificationEducation/Qualification Essential criteria - Degree/ Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Valid Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- Relevant post-registration specialist education
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Desirable criteria - Member of the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists
- Supervisory / leadership skills training
- Evidence of attendance at training in the area of assessment and treatment of children with additional needs
Experience Essential criteria - Specialist knowledge and experience in paediatric physiotherapy including children with additional needs.
- Experience of delivering physiotherapy within a community setting, including clinic, patient's homes, schools, nursery or children's centres as appropriate
- Substantial experience as a Band 6 physiotherapist in Paediatrics
- Post graduate experience covering core rotations.
- Knowledge/ experience in the use of relevant assessment and treatment approaches, including the use of standardised assessments
- Evidence of effective multi-disciplinary and ,multi-agency work
- Experience in training/teaching healthcare professionals
- Experience in contributing to policy, procedures, guidelines and clinical standards development
- Evidence of the ability to supervise or manage Junior Staff/ Assistants/ students
Desirable criteria - Experience in conducting audits and / or research.
- Experience in setting up new projects/ initiatives
- Knowledge of current policy and political drivers impacting on public health and the NHS.
Skills and Knowledge Essential criteria - Ability to take a clinical leadership role in the community physiotherapy team.
- Advanced skills in the assessment and treatment of paediatric patients with a variety on conditions or complex needs.
- Sound knowledge of clinical practice and issues relating to the delivery of physiotherapy.
- Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate clinical reasoning
- Excellent IT skills - Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, clinical record keeping systems.
- Ability to work with paediatric patients from a diverse range of backgrounds 0-19years
- Knowledge and understanding of care pathways to facilitate appropriate referrals.
Application guidanceWe review applications fairly and verify the information provided, including references. Please ensure your application accurately reflects your own skills, knowledge and experience.
AI may support your application, but your supporting information should be in your own words and include genuine examples. Over-reliance on AI may result in generic or inaccurate content. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.
Vacancies may close early due to high application volumes, so please apply promptly. Only applicants who clearly demonstrate how they meet the Person Specification will be shortlisted.
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