Occupational Therapists/Physiotherapists

Band 6 – Permanent, part‑time 22.5 hours per week (pattern to be discussed).

Job Reference: 287-AMED-70-26.

Closing Date: 19 March 2026 23:59.

Job Overview

Applications are invited from experienced Occupational Therapists/Physiotherapists seeking specialist skills in assessment and provision of Wheelchair/Postural Seating services. There is also opportunity to work on the national Multi‑grip hand/digit prosthesis NHSE policy with upper limb amputees. Referrals are accepted for clients of all ages, children and adults with a broad range of mobility problems and medical conditions. The majority of clients are seen in clinics at the Prosthetic and Wheelchair Centre; assessments may also be carried out in various community settings as required. The successful candidate will have a broad base of generic experience in the field of physical disability. Previous experience in assessment and prescription of wheelchairs/postural seating is desirable but not essential. Ability to drive, travel across the community and carry equipment efficiently is essential. Multi‑disciplinary working is integral. Note: the service may employ either a physiotherapist or an occupational therapist.

Responsibilities

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• Provide high‑quality person‑centred care which considers safety, privacy and dignity using evidence‑based advanced clinical knowledge.
  
• Undertake independent assessment and management of wheelchair service users and, where appropriate, make complex clinical decisions regarding service‑user management and clinical outcomes.
  
• Communicate effectively with a wide and diverse range of service users, including children and adults.
  
• Work with clients of all ages and with clinical presentations affecting long‑term mobility.
  
• Work with upper‑limb amputees to maximise independence and appropriate use of upper‑limb prostheses.
  
• Undertake comprehensive holistic assessment of patients and carers where needs are complex; plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing healthcare needs.
  
• Work autonomously using advanced history‑taking and examination skills within multidisciplinary team, guidelines and protocols.
  
• Utilise clinical skills in assessment and formulation of prescription of wheelchair, pressure‑relieving cushions and special seating.
  
• Demonstrate knowledge of patterns of disease or disorder, markers of progression and range of options available at each stage.
  
• Assess critically and re‑evaluate clinical situations as the patient’s condition changes.
  

Qualifications

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• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
  
• HCPC Registration.
  
• CPD.
  

Desirable Qualifications

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• Member of Special Interest group.
  

Experience

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• Demonstrable experience as a Physiotherapist in the NHS or healthcare service; awareness of current NHS and trust issues.
  
• Post‑registration experience in a junior rotational post providing broad experience in musculoskeletal/medical‑surgical conditions.
  
• Evidence of contribution to clinical education of less experienced staff, students or assistants.
  
• Evidence of participation in audit.
  
• Evidence of advanced skills required to plan complex and rapid discharges.
  

Desirable Experience

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• Knowledge of audit tools and awareness of organisational and clinical standards in Physiotherapy.
  

Knowledge

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• Evidence of sound clinical knowledge and specialist skills relevant to the clinical caseload.
  
• Broad knowledge of current best practice in Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy.
  
• Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession.
  

Other Essential Criteria

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• Flexible and open to change.
  
• Ability and willingness to undertake further training as necessary.
  
• Must be able to travel to different sites and patient homes using own transport.
  

Skills

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• Ability to manage own workload, determine priorities and delegate tasks.
  
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
  
• Ability to keep accurate legible patient notes.
  
• Teaching/Presentations at in‑service level.
  
• Able to evaluate and be critical of self.
  
• Must maintain patient confidentiality.
  
• Ability to think quickly, assess clinical situations and make decisions.
  
• Ability to liaise effectively within the multi‑disciplinary team.
  
• Ability to motivate patients and other staff.
  
• Must demonstrate confidence to take independent action.
  

Desirable Skills

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• Competent IT skills.
  

Additional Requirements

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• Must be able to drive and travel across the community; own transport required.
  

Legal and Equality Statements

The Trust is committed to promoting a healthy work‑life balance and to fair, equitable and consistent practice. Flexible working options may be considered from day one, subject to suitability of role.

We encourage applicants from under‑represented groups, including black, Asian and minority ethnic, LGBTQ+, disabled, male and ages 16‑24.

All applicants must have appropriate UK professional registration. All applicants must undergo DBS disclosure. The cost will be deducted from salary as per Trust policy.

Safeguarding

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• All staff must adhere to safeguarding policies for children and adults.
  
• All employees and volunteers expected to maintain safeguarding knowledge and skills via mandatory training.
  
• Staff have access to Merseyside Domestic Abuse workplace scheme.
  

Accessibility

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Applicants

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• Applicants who wish to be considered must indicate their employment status if applying as internal staff.
  
• Under current Home Office Immigration Rules, no sponsorship is offered for roles with salary below £25,000 pa for Band 2 and 3 roles.
  
• Skilled visa applicants must provide criminal record certificates from each country lived in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
  

Closing

The vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.