About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated physiotherapist to join our cross-site rotational scheme. This is an ideal opportunity for a new graduate, those due to qualify in the next few months or current Band 5 physiotherapists looking to build on their experience within a supportive environment.
This post is rotational within First Community Health and Care services, covering Musculoskeletal Outpatients, community hospital in-patient rehabilitation at Caterham Dene Hospital, Intermediate Care Team and Community Stroke and Neurological Rehabilitation Team. Our partnership working with East Surrey Hospital allows us to offer experience in acute medical wards/elderly care, ED, neurology, orthopaedics, paediatrics, respiratory/ICU and the REMEO Lane-Fox weaning unit.
On-call, weekend duties and participation in rostered seven-day working are integral to this post.
We offer:
A high level of clinical support from experienced senior staff. Support to continue professional and personal development with an active in-service training programme and a well-established supervision structure. Strong clinical governance support. An excellent variety of in-patient, out-patient and community rotations
Main duties of the job
Management of an independent clinical caseload within each rotation with support available from senior clinicians.
Maintenance of accurate clinical records.
Participation in our comprehensive in-service training programme, including completion of an end of rotation presentation every 4 months.
Participation in the on-call and weekend respiratory rota following successful completion of relevant competencies.
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation recognised as one of the top community providers to work for in the country, delivering high quality NHS care? (2025 Staff Survey results)
First Community is a staff owned social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people, First-rate value.
First Community is a great place to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, NHS pension, flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.
Please talk to us before applying or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs where possible. Flexible working options may vary depending on the role.
At First Community we welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. All applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability is integral to First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder is required
To participate in the rotational scheme covering community rotations and acute rotations at East Surrey Hospital and REMEO Unit. To deliver high quality clinical work in a variety of settings to include clinics, hospital and patients homes. To assess and treat own caseload of patients and to maintain own records as an autonomous practitioner. To participate in the weekend and on-call rota respiratory rota at East Surrey Hospital. The full job description can be found under supporting documents.
Person Specification
Other Essential
Motivated and enthusiastic Committed to personal and team development Ability to work as part of a team Sensitive, empathetic manner Positive and innovative in attitude Reliable Working unsocial hours Car owner and driver with ability to travel between sites
Qualifications Essential
Degree/diploma equivalent HCPC registration
Desirable
Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
Experience Essential
Core Student Placements completed
Knowledge Essential
Basic working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology Basic knowledge of assessment and treatment tools
Skills Essential
Able to act independently and on own initiative, but recognise limitations Problem solving/analytical skills Articulate and good communication skills Self-directed in learning and commitment to CPD Basic IT skills Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
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 First Community Health and Care
Address The Caterham Dene Hospital
Church Road
Caterham
Surrey
CR3 5RA
Employer's website https://www.firstcommunityhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)