About this role
Job summary This position at Barchester Healthcare offers a dynamic opportunity for a Bank Physiotherapist in Harrow Weald. The role focuses on providing high-quality physiotherapy care to residents in alignment with professional standards and company policies. The responsibility extends from initial assessment upon arrival to personalized care plan development. This temporary position provides flexibility in working hours to cover absences such as annual leave or sick leaves. It is suited for compassionate individuals who have a degree in Physiotherapy, with relevant professional membership and experience equivalent to NHS band 6. The role is designed for those wishing to apply and expand their skills in varied care areas.
Main duties of the job As a Bank Physiotherapist at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure our residents get the most of out of life by helping them to reach their best possible physical condition. We'll look to you to provide and supervise the delivery of quality physiotherapy in line with current and evidence-based professional practice, as well as our company policies. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities that sees our residents through their entire journey with us; from their initial assessment on arrival to creating individual care plans and delivering them with each person's needs in mind. As a Barchester Physiotherapist, you'll have the opportunity to put your skills to use in many different areas of careits the chance to truly develop your career by building on your skills or focusing on a specialist area.
About us Barchester Healthcare is an organization dedicated to providing high-quality care for its residents. Operating care homes across the UK, it emphasizes a resident-centered approach, ensuring that every individual is cared for with dignity and respect. The company values its staff highly, offering opportunities for career development and specializations within its wide array of services. As an employer, Barchester Healthcare promotes a supportive work environment where team members can thrive, build their skills, and make meaningful contributions to the quality of life of residents. Working with Barchester is both rewarding and empowering.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Physiotherapist at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure our residents get the most of out of life by helping them to reach their best possible physical condition. We'll look to you to provide and supervise the delivery of quality physiotherapy in line with current and evidence-based professional practice, as well our company policies.
You can expect a wide range of responsibilities that sees our residents through their entire journey with us; from their initial assessment on arrival to creating individual care plans and delivering them with each person's needs in mind. As a Barchester Physiotherapist, you'll have the opportunity to put your skills to use in many different areas of care it's the chance to truly develop your career by building on your skills or focusing on a specialist area.
ABOUT YOU You'll need to have empathy, dedication and a can-do attitude to join us as a Physiotherapist. We'll look for a degree in Physiotherapy, a current registration with the Health Professionals Council (HPC) and membership with the Chartered Society of Physiology (CSP) and Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Neurology (ACPIN). A background at NHS band 6 or the equivalent post-qualification experience is also important. Above all, you'll have a person-centred approach which means you always deliver the highest standards of care and support.
As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.
If you'd like to use your experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
You'll need to have empathy, dedication and a can-do attitude to join us as a Physiotherapist. We'll look for a degree in Physiotherapy, a current registration with the Health Professionals Council (HPC) and membership with the Chartered Society of Physiology (CSP) and Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Neurology (ACPIN). A background at NHS band 6 or the equivalent post-qualification experience is also important. Above all, you'll have a person-centred approach which means you always deliver the highest standards of care and support.
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 Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Harrow Weald
HA3 6BJ
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)