About this role
Job summary
The UHDB Band 5 Physiotherapy rotational role works in support of senior Physiotherapists to provide a high standard of Physiotherapy as part of the 6 monthly rotational scheme. This involves working across all five sites of University Hospitals of Derby and Burton in a range of ward settings, outpatient departments and rehabilitation units. Candidates must be able to travel to work in various site locations.Rotations include: MSK outpatients, Hand Therapy, Group Rehabilitation, Rheumatology, Acute Stroke and Stroke Rehab, Neuro Outpatients and Head Injuries, Critical Care, Surgery, Respiratory Medicine, Acute Medicine and Elderly Care, Parkinson's disease, T&O, ED, Women's Health, Oncology, Community care inclusive of respiratory and rehabilitation pathways.
We provide a welcoming environment and will support your development with access to a wealth of training, supervision and personal development opportunities. There is a comprehensive programme of preceptorship for newly qualified staff. We pledge to always offer a helping hand to assist you on your career journey.
We will also accept applications from candidates due to graduate in the summer of 2026.
Permanent and fixed term contract available.
Main duties of the job
To rotate through different specialities across all 5 sites of UHDB every 6 months.To participate on the 24hour on call emergency respiratory roster once trained and inducted. To work various shift patterns according to speciality service needs, over seven days a week.
To carry clinical caseloads and contribute to service delivery.Participate in a well-established programme supporting your career pathway and personal development. Perform physiotherapy assessments of patients with diverse presentations.To deliver physiotherapy treatment programmes.Hold own clinical caseload and be responsible for a defined area of service.Provide a flexible service during pressure times.Contribute to the training and supervision of Therapy Support Workers and more junior staff. To aid in the delivery of the work experience service. Undertake specific tasks as delegated by the senior staff e.g. recruitment and retention events.
Closing date of applications: 11 August 2026 - Please note that this advert may close early due to a high volume of applications.
Interview date: TBC
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts:
We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
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Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Person Specification
Education, Training and Qualifications Essential
Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC registered
Desirable
Evidence of further learning relevant to job role
Experience & Knowledge Essential
To have gained a broad prospective of physiotherapy in/outpatient treatments from previous employment which may include: - Student placements - Support worker experience - Previous employment Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality and the principles of the Data Protection Act and how this impacts on day-to-day practice
Desirable
Demonstrate an understanding of managing and directing support workers Understanding of the importance of written records and statistical data collection
Skills & Ability Essential
Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team Prioritise workload according to appropriate deadlines and timescales Awareness of discharge planning Car driver
Communications and interpersonal skills Essential
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written form Demonstrate a positive and well motivated attitude Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with Senior Staff and respond constructively to feedback
Values and Behaviours Essential
Demonstrate a flexible approach to working in different areas and being able to adapt to their environment
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 University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 3NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)