About this role
Job summary
Are you passionate about neurorehabilitation and looking for an opportunity to shape and develop physiotherapy within a specialist neurocognitive service?
Are you passionate about neurorehabilitation and looking for an opportunity to shape and develop physiotherapy within a specialist neurocognitive service?
We are looking for an ambitious Physiotherapist to lead and develop physiotherapy provision at Cygnet Afon Las, a brand-new specialist service in Corwen. Whether you are an experienced Band 7 or a strong Band 6 ready to take your next step, we can offer structured support, specialist supervision and a unique opportunity to establish physiotherapy provision from the outset.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the physical function, mobility, independence and quality of life of men with complex and enduring neurocognitive needs.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work at Cygnet Afon Las, leading and developing physiotherapy provision as part of the interdisciplinary team.
Post: Band 7 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist
Site: Cygnet Afon Las
Service Line: Neuropsychiatry
Salary: £40,505.60 per annum
Hours: 32 hours
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: March 2027
Cygnet Afon Las (Corwen, Denbighshire)
Cygnet Afon Las is a brand-new, 15-bed neurocognitive service for men, scheduled to open in early 2027. The service will provide specialist assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and longer-term support for individuals with complex and enduring neurocognitive needs who may be unable to access more traditional neurorehabilitation services or live safely and independently within the community.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Across our 11 different service lines, we have evidence-based established models of care to ensure we provide the highest quality care and support.
Our dedicated and expert teams of over 10 000 employees, support over 2800 individuals in a range of services across England, Scotland and Wales. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care, through co-production, recovery and rehabilitation.
With over 150 Occupational Therapists, we work together as a large team providing support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Are you passionate about neurorehabilitation and looking for an opportunity to shape and develop physiotherapy within a specialist neurocognitive service?
We are looking for an ambitious Physiotherapist to lead and develop physiotherapy provision at Cygnet Afon Las, a brand-new specialist service in Corwen. Whether you are an experienced Band 7 or a strong Band 6 ready to take your next step, we can offer structured support, specialist supervision and a unique opportunity to establish physiotherapy provision from the outset.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the physical function, mobility, independence and quality of life of men with complex and enduring neurocognitive needs.
About Us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.
Your Role
Summary
The post holder will work at Cygnet Afon Las, leading and developing physiotherapy provision as part of the interdisciplinary team.
Post: Band 7 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist
Site: Cygnet Afon Las
Service Line: Neuropsychiatry
Salary: £40,505.60 per annum
Hours: 32 hours
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: March 2027
Cygnet Afon Las (Corwen, Denbighshire)
Cygnet Afon La s is a brand-new, 15-bed neurocognitive service for men, scheduled to open in early 2027. The service will provide specialist assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and longer-term support for individuals with complex and enduring neurocognitive needs who may be unable to access more traditional neurorehabilitation services or live safely and independently within the community.
Individuals may present with long-standing acquired brain injury, cognitive impairment, dementia or other neurodegenerative conditions, sometimes alongside complex physical health needs. Some may also have complex risk histories, including previous offending, and may be subject to Ministry of Justice restrictions.
Afon Las will provide a structured and therapeutic hospital environment in which individual needs and risks can be safely supported. Referrals may be received from a range of pathways, including community, neurosurgical, neurorehabilitation and custodial settings.
Through interdisciplinary working, the service will maximise person-centred outcomes, physical function, mobility, independence and quality of life, while keeping each individual at the heart of their care and rehabilitation.
The dedicated clinical team will provide interdisciplinary input, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy and nursing.
Physiotherapy Lead
Under the leadership of our Professional Lead for Physiotherapy, support is provided to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.
5 reasons why you should make an application today
We care about people in our services
Expert clinical supervision and protected time for a weekly 1:1 with your clinical supervisor
Induction & service line training in area of specialism
Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training
We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for the next level in your career.
Cygnet Health Care Benefits
Free parking
Free meals for staff on duty
Relocation package available
Group pension plan helping you save for your future
NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
Plus much more
A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in & out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
If you would like to discuss this role with the recruiting physiotherapist, wed be more than happy to facilitate this. Please contact [email protected] or Kay ONeill (Professional Lead for Physiotherapy): KayO'[email protected]
Requirements The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
Please click the link to apply or email a copy of your CV to [email protected]
*Recruitment agencies please note: Speculative emails are not to be sent directly to our clinical staff, these need to go via our internal recruitment team. If speculative candidates are sent directly to a member of the clinical team, we will consider these candidates as our own*
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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.
Employer details Employer name Cygnet Health Care
Address
Corwen
LL21 9BG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)