Physiotherapy Lead

An opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced and enthusiastic physiotherapist team lead to become part of and lead an effective team, providing a high standard of clinical care to patients. You will manage a team of therapists and support workers to collectively deliver a high‑quality rehabilitation service to the patients within Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. While the base will be at Melton Hospital, you will also be supporting across Rutland Memorial Hospital and St Lukes Hospital in Market Harborough. You will be working in a role to develop staff and the workforce to aid excellent patient care, to ensure standards are met and to deliver evidence‑based therapy.

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• Hold a BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy.
  
• Be registered with the HCPC.
  
• Have relevant NHS experience either pre‑ or post‑qualification.
  
• Have clinical expertise, knowledge and experience in Physiotherapy.
  
• Have excellent communication skills.
  
• Have excellent leadership skills.
  
• Have evidence of continuing professional development.
  
• Be able to be flexible to meet the needs of the service.
  
• Hold a UK driving licence and have access to a car.
  
• Be prepared to work contracted hours over a 7‑day rotation in accordance with service needs.
  

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• TRUST: A firm belief in the reliability, truth, or ability of someone.
  
• RESPECT: A due regard of the feelings, wishes and rights of others.
  
• COMPASSION: Be motivated to go the extra mile to help the physical, mental and emotional pain of others and yourself.
  
• INTEGRITY: The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.
  

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• Can work sensitively and effectively with patients and their carers.
  
• Provide effective leadership to the therapy and MDT team.
  
• Work well both individually and as part of the multi‑disciplinary team.
  
• Offer supportive education to staff members of all grades.
  
• Review current evidence and implement service‑wide.
  
• Have a flexible and adaptive approach to teaching to suit individual needs.
  
• Be able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day.
  

For further information please contact Michelle Walker, Operational and Clinical Therapy Service Lead – 07919 590988.

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.