About this role
Job summary
The post holder will work as a Band 6 Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist within Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across MSK services. The role involves working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team across community and clinical settings. The post holder will manage their own caseload, undertake advanced clinical assessments, and contribute to service delivery, development and education. They will also support junior staff and students, while maintaining professional standards in line with HCPC and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will independently assess, diagnose and manage patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions, developing and delivering individualised treatment plans using evidence-based practice. Responsibilities include triaging referrals, formulating treatment programmes, monitoring patient progress, and adjusting interventions as required. The role requires effective communication with patients, carers and the wider MDT to support coordinated care. The post holder will contribute to clinical supervision, teaching and support of junior staff, participate in audits and service development, and ensure safe use of equipment and adherence to clinical governance, health and safety, and data protection standards
About us
Working within the community services at Teddington Memorial Hospital, part of Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust, you will join a supportive and forward-thinking team delivering care closer to patients homes. The community setting offers the opportunity to work holistically with patients, promoting independence, rehabilitation and long-term wellbeing in a more personalised environment. You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, with strong links across primary, secondary and community care, enabling integrated and seamless patient pathways.
The Trust is committed to staff wellbeing, inclusion and professional development, offering access to regular supervision, training opportunities and career progression. Staff benefit from flexible working options, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, and a strong focus on work-life balance. Additional benefits include access to health and wellbeing support, staff networks, and opportunities to contribute to service development and innovation within a community-focused model of care.
Job description Job responsibilities Job Summary
The post holder will work as a Band 6 Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist within Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust, providing high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy services across community and outpatient settings. The role involves working autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver effective assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including those with complex physical and psychological needs.
The post holder will manage their own clinical caseload, undertaking advanced physiotherapeutic assessments and developing individualised, evidence-based treatment programmes. They will be responsible for clinical decision-making, formulation of treatment plans, and ongoing evaluation of patient progress, adapting interventions as required to achieve optimal outcomes.
Key ResponsibilitiesThe post holder will independently assess, diagnose and treat patients referred from GPs, consultants and other healthcare professionals. This includes triaging referrals, identifying inappropriate referrals where necessary, and ensuring timely and appropriate care pathways. They will use advanced clinical reasoning and a range of treatment techniques such as manual therapy, exercise prescription, education, electrotherapy and other evidence-based interventions.
They will work in partnership with patients, families and carers to set realistic, patient-centred goals, taking into account individual needs, risks, and levels of independence. The role requires regular monitoring and evaluation of treatment effectiveness, with adjustments made to care plans where required. The post holder will also be responsible for providing accurate discharge summaries and maintaining clear and timely clinical records.
Clinical PracticeThe role requires a high standard of safe and effective clinical practice, including the safe use of equipment and ensuring patients are trained in the correct use of any aids or appliances provided. The post holder will contribute to exercise classes and rehabilitation programmes, reviewing outcomes and adapting delivery as needed.
Strong communication skills are essential to overcome potential barriers, including working with patients with complex needs, sensory impairments, or language differences. The post holder will demonstrate effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills to support patient engagement and adherence to treatment plans.
The post holder will also represent physiotherapy within the multidisciplinary team, contributing to collaborative care planning and ensuring integrated service delivery across community and secondary care services.
Leadership and SupervisionThe post holder will support the supervision, teaching and development of junior physiotherapists, assistants and students. This includes providing clinical guidance, participating in appraisals, and contributing to induction and training programmes.
They will take delegated responsibility for specific patient groups or service areas and will support senior staff in the ongoing development and delivery of physiotherapy services. The role also involves contributing to audits, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and service effectiveness.
Service Development and GovernanceThe post holder will actively participate in clinical governance processes, including audit, risk management and quality improvement activities. They will ensure compliance with professional standards, Trust policies, and national guidelines, including HCPC and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards.
They will contribute to service development, implementing changes to clinical practice where required, and supporting innovation within the service. Accurate data collection and reporting will be required to support performance monitoring and service evaluation.
Professional DevelopmentThe post holder will be responsible for maintaining their own continuing professional development (CPD), including participation in training, reflective practice and maintaining a professional portfolio. They will engage in regular supervision and appraisal processes, identifying learning needs and opportunities for development.
They will also contribute to the education of others through in-service training and sharing of knowledge, ensuring that practice is informed by current evidence and research.
General ResponsibilitiesThe post holder will demonstrate professionalism, reliability and effective time management, contributing positively to the reputation of the Trust and the physiotherapy profession. They will adhere to all policies relating to confidentiality, data protection, health and safety, infection control, safeguarding, equality and diversity.
They will identify and manage risks appropriately, report incidents in line with Trust procedures, and ensure safe working practices at all times. The post holder will also support the Trusts values, promoting compassionate, inclusive, collaborative and high-quality care in all aspects of their role
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Previous band 6 MSK outpatient experience Degree in Physiotherapy (BSc or MSc in Physiotherapy) Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) must be active to practise in the UK Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Desirable
Advanced clinical reasoning and assessment skills Ability to manage a caseload autonomously Knowledge of current MSK best practice and guidelines Good communication skills for working with patients, carers and other professionals Basic supervision/mentorship skills )
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 Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Address Teddington Memorial Hospital
11 Elizabeth Court, Hampton Road
Teddington
Middlesex
TW11 0JS
Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)