Physiotherapist Band 5
Salary grade: £32,894 - £42,734 per annum
Department/ward: Physiotherapy
Job Title: Physiotherapist (Band 5)
Contract Type:Fixed Term 24 month contract
Department: Physiotherapy
Salary range: £32,894 – £42,734 per annum (dependent on experience/banding)
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Putney, Southwest London
Closing date: 05/12/2025
Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role you must have the Right to Work in the UK we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.
Summary of position and the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
The RHN is an independent hospital and medical charity. We care for people who have brain injuries and require assessment and intensive rehabilitation for conditions such as Huntington’s disease and prolonged disorders of consciousness. Our specialist services include a ventilator unit and a neuro-behavioural unit.
Our vision for the future is that we will be the national centre of excellence for neuro-disability. Our mission is to provide outstanding care and empowering individuals with neuro-disability, enabling them to live their lives to their fullest potential.
People with complex needs require more than clinical care. Our highly specialist services strive to maximise participation, optimise life after brain injury and contribute to the global campaign for improved disability services. This is underpinned by our strong research and education programme.
We are looking for a band 5 physiotherapist to join our team for a 2 year contract. The role sits within the Brain Injury Services (BIS) physiotherapy team, providing level 1 rehabilitation and complex disability management for adults with acquired brain injury. BIS holds two clinical pathways of complex neuro-rehabilitation and Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness (PDoC). The post holder will work as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team. They will be supported by senior specialist Physiotherapists and have opportunities to offer support and supervision to Physiotherapy and/or Therapy Assistants and Physiotherapy Students.
Person Specification
Essential
1. Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions Council.
2. Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance.
3. Post-registration experience of working in Neurological care and/or rehabilitation.
4. Broad range of pre-registration clinical physiotherapy experience including neurological rehabilitation.
5. Demonstrate the ability to carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the Inter-disciplinary team to establish patient-values and goals.
6. Ability to prioritise and manage a caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate.
7. Evidence of working well in a team, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
8. Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with an understanding of the need for evidence informed practice and service development.
9. Awareness and understanding of supporting equality and valuing diversity
10. IT skills relevant to job role
Desirable
1. Experience in splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management.
2. Experience of delegation and supervision of qualified physiotherapy staff, support staff and students.
To Apply
Please note we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this post at any time and will be reviewing applications as they are submitted.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
Candidates applying for a role at the Royal Hospital for Neuro Disability are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and Influenza.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
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