Advanced Physiotherapist Chronic Pain Team

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Advanced Physiotherapist Chronic Pain Team

The closing date is 19 April 2026


The North Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Integrated MSK Service (NIMS) Chronic Pain Team are looking for an Advanced Physiotherapist to join our experienced team.


You will be required to hold a valid HCPC registration, be able to evidence advanced clinical skills as a senior clinician working with patients with long‑term chronic pain and have a clear desire to expand your knowledge & skills with a capacity for autonomous clinical decision‑making and problem solving.


We are looking for a team player who is an excellent communicator, has a solution‑focused outlook and emotional resilience. You will need to be open, honest & compassionate, as you will be required to lead difficult conversations and support patients regarding the prognosis of their condition.


You will need to have the ability to process large amounts of complex information, work flexibly, and respond calmly to rapidly changing circumstances with a drive to develop effective professional working relationships.


Main duties of the job

As part of your role in The North Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Integrated MSK Service (NIMS) Chronic Pain Team you will:



  • Provide chronic pain assessments & treatments in a variety of settings 1:1, group and virtual.
  • Support development and delivery of structured interdisciplinary education for the team, including day‑to‑day clinical support for physiotherapists and other health care professionals.
  • Work closely with other teams/agencies – involvement in addressing a range of support issues across MSK and pain conditions.
  • Support service development and delivery of local and Trust wide projects.

About us

Come and work with us at our award‑winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.


We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.


We offer great career development for both clinical and non‑clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.


We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.


Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications


Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.


Job responsibilities

Please note that you are required to hold a valid HCPC registration to apply for this role and be able to evidence required skills. For full details of the role, please see attached the job description and person specification. If you do have any further questions regarding the role, please do not hesitate to contact us.


Person Specification
Qualifications

  • Diploma or BSc in Physiotherapy State registration
  • Relevant postgraduate courses. Masters level modules or working towards in Pain Management.
  • Postgraduate training in differential diagnosis and clinical decision making.
  • Masters Degree

Experience

  • Experience as a senior practitioner in a relevant area of physiotherapy assessing, diagnosing and treating a wide variety of complex presentations and musculoskeletal disorders.
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of clinical pathways, including protocols, guidelines etc.

Knowledge and skills

  • General experience across wide range of physiotherapy care groups. In‑depth knowledge of musculoskeletal conditions particularly low back pain conditions and their management.
  • Supervision and teaching of undergraduate students, technicians and other professionals.
  • Able to work as an autonomous, independent practitioner and team member.
  • Experience in leadership.

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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