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Rotational MSK Physiotherapist

NHS
Slough
3 days ago
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This is an exciting opportunity to work within our MSK Physiotherapy Service in East Berkshire; we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and innovative candidate to a Band 6 Musculoskeletal Practitioner position. We would encourage applications from physiotherapists and osteopaths with a relevant MSK degree level qualification and registration with the relevant professional body (HCPC or GOsC).

We will also consider a band 5/6 developmental post based on experience; once established competencies have been achieved, the post would convert to Band 6. For those with more experience at band 6 level, there are developmental opportunities in FCP (First Contact Practitioner), MSK Triage, Pain, Advanced Assessment Clinics (AAC) and Management. We will consider part time or full time and we would consider a static post at any of the localities if the Service need requires it.

We offer excellent in-service training, one to one clinical development and regular peer support to all our Band 6 staff; currently we are supporting several staff to complete their MSc. Every member of staff also receives a comprehensive yearly appraisal to assist in their development.

Interview Dates: 23rd/24th October 2025

Main duties of the job

Patient experience and Staff Health & wellbeing is high on our agenda, reflected in our appointment times; 1hr first appointments, 30mins follow-ups, with a variety of classes on offer. The caseload will consist of mainly GP referrals, with some from Orthopaedics.Work at a high level of clinical skill seeing a caseload of MSK referrals mainly consisting of GP referrals

Supervising band 3,4 and 5 physiotherapists and physio technicians

Involved in the clinical education of physiotherapy students

Service development and involvement in the service Quality Improvement drive.

Working pattern + Service operating hours

This post is open to those looking for full time work. The service operates Monday to Friday between 07:30-18:00 depending on site - there will be a level of flexibility in the hours you work depending on service need.

Work bases:

Smiths Lane Clinic, Smith's Lane, Windsor, SL4 5PE

Upton Hospital, Albert Street, Slough, SL12BJ

Funding for external courses is available, as well as the opportunity to attend in-house courses; 100% of staff who applied for training funding, successfully received this in 2021. We have excellent clinical and administrative teams ranging from Bands 2 - 7 and you will also have access to our Clinical Specialists and FCP's for mentoring and In-Service Training.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

  • Caring for and about you is our top priority
  • Committed to providing good quality, safe services
  • Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

  • Flexible working options to support work-life balance
  • 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
  • Excellent learning and career development opportunities
  • 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
  • Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
  • Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
  • Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
  • Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
  • Free parking across Trust sites

Job responsibilities

The4 must haves for this role:

Qualified Physiotherapist with HCPC registration

Previous MSK physiotherapy experience at Band 5 level or comparative

Sound clinical reasoning and MSK knowledge

NHS experience or comparative work

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Kirsty Greetham on or email wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person SpecificationEducation/Qualifications

  • Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy
  • HCPC/GOsC Registered
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD e.g. maintained in a portfolio; attendance at musculoskeletal postgraduate courses; informal learning.
  • Member of the CSP

Previous Experience

  • 18 months band 5 rotational experience or suitable alternative experience; must include at least 4 months of Musculoskeletal Outpatients.
  • Have worked in the NHS and understand the role of a Band 6 within it.
  • Experience working as part of a physiotherapy and/or multidisciplinary team
  • Evidence of student, Band 5 or physiotherapy assistant supervision
  • Previous experience at Band 6 Physiotherapist level

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Previous experience with audit
  • Self-directed learning
  • Awareness of Primary care working and NHS structures
  • Awareness of Primary care working and NHS structures
  • Working knowledge of RIO / Smart card

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to travel to multiple sites
  • Clear vision of role/commitment to speciality

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.

£40,617 to £48,778 a yearper annum (Incl. of HCAS)


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