About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Physiotherapist with Paediatric experience to join our supportive and friendly team based at The Den, Chesterfield Royal Hospital. Together we are proud to deliver the highest standards of clinical quality, patient care and staff experience.
The team provides Specialist Physiotherapy Services to children 0-18 with Neurodevelopmental difficulties, across North Derbyshire.
You will be responsible for managing your own caseload and work autonomously across a variety of settings including special and mainstream schools, hospital and community clinics and patient's homes.
You will assist with CPIP's and DCD clinics and support audit and patient feedback projects.
The role demands excellent team working, time keeping and communication skills.
We provide support, regular clinical supervision and the opportunity to further develop clinical skills through in house training programmes and externally funded courses.
We have excellent links with other teams in Specialist Children's Services and with our Education and Social Care colleagues.
A car driver with a full current driving licence is essential. For disabled applicants; suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed, if necessary.
Please contact Kirstin Twelves for an informal discussion on 07388 850707
As the selection process will involve a practical element you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview.
Main duties of the job
You will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to support children, young people and their families by assessing their needs and devising appropriate interventions.
You will be responsible for managing your own varied caseload and work autonomously across a variety of settings which may include special and mainstream schools, hospital and community clinics and patient's homes.
You will assist with CPIP's and DCD clinics and support audit and patient feedback projects.
The role demands excellent team working, time keeping and communication skills.
This post would be ideal for a Physiotherapist with relevant experience who wishes to further develop specialist paediatric skills.
We have excellent links and working arrangements with other teams in Specialist Children's Services and with Education and Social Care teams. You will work as part of a supportive and friendly team based at The Den, our purpose-built centre for children's services at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.
As a skilled and valued member of our team you will additionally educate and mentor other less experienced physiotherapists, healthcare professionals and physiotherapy students.
About us
The hospital is a friendly District General Hospital on the doorstep of the beautiful Peak District. This post presents a great opportunity to live and work in some of the finest landscape in the country.
Major cities such as Sheffield, Leeds, Nottingham and Derby are all within an hour's train journey, and local airports include East Midlands, Manchester and Leeds Bradford, with London within a couple of hours.
There are excellent schools in the local area, only a few minutes from the hospital, as well as nursery childcare on-site.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions.
We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager.
The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, youll be able to make a huge difference.
A car driver with a full current driving licence is essential. For disabled applicants; suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed, if necessary.
Please note that this post will require an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
For formal enquiries please contact the Childrens Physiotherapy Team Lead on (01246 512173)
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Recognised vocational diploma/degree in physiotherapy (or equivalent) HCPC Registration At least 2 years postgraduate experience in a broad range of specialties
Desirable
APCP Membership Relevant post-qualification training
Experience Essential
Evidence of post graduate work with children with neurodevelopmental difficulties Evidence of prioritisation within a designated caseload
Desirable
Experience of working in a community setting Experience of working in the NHS
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Ability to assess and treat children and young people with physical disabilities Knowledge of postural care Able to demonstrate empathy and insight into the needs of children with physical difficulties and their families
Desirable
Experience of working with children and young people with learning disability. Experience of hydrotherapy
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Calow
Chesterfield
S44 5BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)