Paediatric Physiotherapist

Overview

Are you a passionate and skilled physiotherapist ready to specialise in paediatrics? We're looking for a dynamic Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dedicated team and make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

This is a non-rotational post offering the opportunity to work autonomously with a varied and often complex paediatric caseload. You'll assess, treat, and manage children with a wide range of conditions, using evidence-based practice to deliver high-quality care. You'll also contribute to MDT clinics, service development, and departmental CPD activities.

Main duties of the job

What you'll be doing

• Delivering physiotherapy assessments and treatments for paediatric patients.
• Creating tailored treatment plans using sound clinical reasoning.
• Collaborating with consultants, GPs, and acute/primary care providers.
• Participating in audits, research, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Supporting and educating MDT colleagues and students.
• Managing your own caseload and contributing to service planning.

Communication & Teamwork

You'll be a confident communicator, able to liaise effectively across disciplines and with families. You'll attend case conferences, write clinic letters, and ensure seamless onward referrals. Compassion and clarity are key, especially when delivering sensitive information.

Education & Development

We value growth. You'll be encouraged to:

• Engage in in-service training.
• Take part in MDT learning sessions.
• Reflect on your practice and pursue continuous professional development.

Clinical Governance & Audit

You'll play a vital role in maintaining high standards through:

• Clinical audits and service evaluations.
• Contributing to the annual quality and performance plans.
• Ensuring safe and effective use of physiotherapy equipment.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work-life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, and we strive to meet the needs of our staff, service, and its users.

Job description & responsibilities

Person Specification

Essential

• HCPC registration and relevant physiotherapy qualification.
• Completion of Band 5 rotations including paediatrics.
• Strong clinical reasoning, organisational, and communication skills.
• Experience in MDT working, supervision, and audit participation.

Desirable

• Membership of relevant clinical interest groups.
• Clinical educator training.
• Experience in service development or research.

QualificationsEssential

• Physiotherapy Degree
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Paediatric post graduate courses

ExperienceEssential

• Completed B5 rotations in NHS

Desirable

• Paediatric experience

SkillsEssential

• Evidence of MDT working

Desirable

• Evidence of student supervision

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Wexham Park Hospital, Wexham Street, Slough, SL2 4HL

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/

Salary: £40,617 to £48,778 a year per annum incl HCAS