About this role
Job summary
Burns and Plastics | Part Time 20 hrs per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our established burns and plastics therapy team.
Sheffield Children's Hospital is a Major Trauma Centre, and houses a regional Burns Unit along with elective plastic surgery, upper and lower limb trauma and hand injuries.
We are looking to recruit a motivated, flexible and innovative physiotherapist to work within our friendly, supportive, integrated burns and plastics team, working with children from 0-16 years.
In these roles you will act as a source of expertise and demonstrate advanced knowledge and experience within your respective fields. The team is supportive and passionate about making a difference to children and their families, and we're looking for a compassionate, accountable person who values respect, teamwork, and excellence in care.
You will find a strong commitment to professional training and development, together with experienced peer group support.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, dynamic and adaptable, have a keen interest in ongoing learning and have experience in supervising and managing junior and assistant staff and students.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the BOPP's Team Leader, some of your responsibilities will include:
o To provide a highly specialised service that includes the assessment, treatment and management of children and adolescents within the specialities of trauma & orthopaedics, spinal surgery, limb reconstruction, Burns and Plastics.
o To act as a source of expertise and demonstrate advanced knowledge and experience in the highly skilled management of children within these specialities.
o To provide specialist advice to other multi-professional staff and to provide clinical education and training to others including Band 6 therapists, assistant staff and students.
o To take a lead role in the management of more difficult and complex cases within a multi-disciplinary team approach acting as an autonomous practitioner.
o To work as part of the BOPP's Sunday working service.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
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Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
Degree / Diploma in Physiotherapy HCPC Registration Relevant post graduate courses / CPD Portfolio evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
MSc in Paediatric Physiotherapy or equivalent Research qualification
Experience Essential
Significant and relevant paediatric Orthopaedic / PLRS / Spinal surgery experience Acute and on-going rehabilitation experience Appraisal / supervision / teaching of more junior staff Audit / Research projects
Desirable
Active involvement in relevant CSP special interest groups or voluntary organisations Member of APCP
Knowledge Essential
Orthopaedic and surgical physiotherapy Normal Child Development Safeguarding procedures Audit / Research / Service Evaluation Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession. Advanced understanding of clinical governance and it's implications for services. Understanding of family / team dynamics and how to develop working relationships with all involved in the child's care. Understanding of the impact of chronic illness / hospitalisation on children and their families. Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family.
Desirable
Standardised Assessment tools Gait analysis and biomechanics Orthotics
Skills and Attributes Essential
Good I.T skills Ability to present information, written and verbal in a clear and logical manner. Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately. Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical records. Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations. Problem solving approach Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a multi-professional team. Self-directed learning Forward thinking / visionary Ability to work independently Ability to organise internal / external courses Ability to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and tact
Attributes Essential
High level of interpersonal skills. Reliable, punctual, flexible Personal use of a vehicle
Demonstrates Trust Values Essential
Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
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.
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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 Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address Sheffield Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)