South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
We are a friendly and welcoming department, looking for Physiotherapists to join our well-established Band 5 Physiotherapy rotations. (Please submit a fully-approved Secondment Form to Recruitment upon making your application if you are a current Trust employee wishing to undertake this role via a Secondment). This is a fantastic opportunity to advance and consolidate your knowledge and skills across a variety of acute clinical settings. The role is suitable for new graduates as well as those with previous working experience; those in their final year of study are welcome to apply. Band 5 rotations across South Tyneside and Sunderland include: Critical Care & Respiratory Acute medicine, Vascular & Surgery Neurology inpatients and outpatients including amputee rehab Older persons medicine Hand therapy MSK outpatients and Pelvic Health Palliative Care Sunderland Integrated Musculoskeletal Service Paediatric inpatients and outpatients Sunderland and South Tyneside Recovery at Home Main duties of the job
Professional Development is encouraged through annual & rotational appraisals, supervision with senior staff from the specialist area, as well as peer group meetings where you have an opportunity to learn from, and to share your experiences with, your Band 5 Physio peers. This may also include involvement in service developments and audits. The main duties of the job include: To be responsible for the assessment and treatment of your own caseload. To undertake Band 5 rotations, and participate in weekend rotas and overnight on-call duties. To supervise Therapy support staff, Technical Instructors, Associate Practitioners and student physiotherapists. About us
Please help us by adding your telephone number to your application form; this will allow us to contact you quickly if required. One Team One Trust
- There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award-winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation, and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness, and civility and promote a compassionate, caring, and positive culture / working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, and in particular those from under-represented groups. Looking after our workforce's health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high-quality education, training, career progression, and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy. The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support, and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. Job responsibilities
To work as an autonomous practitioner using clinical reasoning skills to provide physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and advice to an independently-managed caseload. To build upon undergraduate skills and continue professional development under the guidance of specialist physiotherapy colleagues. To participate in physiotherapy in-service training programmes and external post-graduate training as appropriate. To deliver a quality service and become involved with service improvement initiatives as required. PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE. Person Specification
Qualifications
BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent. HCPC State Registration. Continuing Professional Development diary including evidence of reflective practice, training, and clinical experience. Basic numeracy and literacy skills to Level 1 or equivalent. Basic IT skills. Experience of working in the NHS. An understanding of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements, and NHS standing. Skills
Ability to organise and prioritise. Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner. Ability to communicate at all levels. Basic IT skills. Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery. Presentational skills. Other
Driving Licence. Please provide contact telephone number. Experience
Comprehensive experience at undergraduate level including Respiratory, Neurology, and Musculoskeletal. Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings. Personal Qualities
Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and to work within an environment with competing demands. Ability to maintain high levels of concentration. A pro-active ability to represent the profession and the Trust with positive enthusiasm. Commitment, motivation, and adaptability. Good levels of general fitness. Flexibility. 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. South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
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We are a friendly and welcoming department, looking for Physiotherapists to join our well-established Band 5 Physiotherapy rotations. (Please submit a fully-approved Secondment Form to Recruitment upon making your application if you are a current Trust employee wishing to undertake this role via a Secondment). This is a fantastic opportunity to advance and consolidate your knowledge and skills across a variety of acute clinical settings. The role is suitable for new graduates as well as those with previous working experience; those in their final year of study are welcome to apply. Band 5 rotations across South Tyneside and Sunderland include: Critical Care & Respiratory Acute medicine, Vascular & Surgery Neurology inpatients and outpatients including amputee rehab Older persons medicine Hand therapy MSK outpatients and Pelvic Health Palliative Care Sunderland Integrated Musculoskeletal Service Paediatric inpatients and outpatients Sunderland and South Tyneside Recovery at Home Main duties of the job
Professional Development is encouraged through annual & rotational appraisals, supervision with senior staff from the specialist area, as well as peer group meetings where you have an opportunity to learn from, and to share your experiences with, your Band 5 Physio peers. This may also include involvement in service developments and audits. The main duties of the job include: To be responsible for the assessment and treatment of your own caseload. To undertake Band 5 rotations, and participate in weekend rotas and overnight on-call duties. To supervise Therapy support staff, Technical Instructors, Associate Practitioners and student physiotherapists. About us
Please help us by adding your telephone number to your application form; this will allow us to contact you quickly if required. One Team One Trust
- There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award-winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation, and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness, and civility and promote a compassionate, caring, and positive culture / working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, and in particular those from under-represented groups. Looking after our workforce's health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high-quality education, training, career progression, and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy. The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support, and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. Job responsibilities
To work as an autonomous practitioner using clinical reasoning skills to provide physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and advice to an independently-managed caseload. To build upon undergraduate skills and continue professional development under the guidance of specialist physiotherapy colleagues. To participate in physiotherapy in-service training programmes and external post-graduate training as appropriate. To deliver a quality service and become involved with service improvement initiatives as required. PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE. Person Specification
Qualifications
BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent. HCPC State Registration. Continuing Professional Development diary including evidence of reflective practice, training, and clinical experience. Basic numeracy and literacy skills to Level 1 or equivalent. Basic IT skills. Experience of working in the NHS. An understanding of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust, its culture, strategic direction, achievements, and NHS standing. Skills
Ability to organise and prioritise. Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner. Ability to communicate at all levels. Basic IT skills. Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery. Presentational skills. Other
Driving Licence. Please provide contact telephone number. Experience
Comprehensive experience at undergraduate level including Respiratory, Neurology, and Musculoskeletal. Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings. Personal Qualities
Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and to work within an environment with competing demands. Ability to maintain high levels of concentration. A pro-active ability to represent the profession and the Trust with positive enthusiasm. Commitment, motivation, and adaptability. Good levels of general fitness. Flexibility. 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. South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
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