About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join the MSK Physiotherapy Team.
We offer:
A high level of clinical support from trained senior staff, First Contact Practitioners and a team of Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners Encouragement to continue professional and personal development with an active in-service programme An innovative and forward thinking department A friendly and sociable team Flexible working Brand new clinical base, with purpose built treatment rooms and gym facilities We are looking for:
An enthusiastic band 5 physiotherapist who is keen to learn and to develop their clinical skills in musculoskeletal outpatients Someone who is flexible and a team player A driver with access to a vehicleInterviews scheduled for 25 June 2026.
Main duties of the job
Successful candidates will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of a mixed musculoskeletal caseload as well as participating in rehabilitation classes.
Continued professional and personal development is vital in this development post. The post holder will be part of an active in-service training programme and encouraged to participate in regular CPD activity.
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 responsible for:
Delivering high quality clinical work in the musculoskeletal service. Assessing and treating own caseload of patients and to maintain own records as an autonomous practitioner.
Person Specification
Skills Essential
Able to act independently and on own initiative but recognises limitations Problem solving/analytical skills Articulate and good communication skills Self-directed in learning and committed to CPD IT skills Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
Qualifications Essential
Degree/Diploma equivalent HCPC registration
Desirable
Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
Experience Essential
Core student placements completed
Desirable
MSK experience as a Band 5 physiotherapist
Other Essential
Motivated and enthusiastic Committed to personal and team development Ability to work as part of a team Sensitive and empathetic manner Positive and innovative in attitude Reliable Able to work unsocial hours Ability to travel between sites
Knowledge Essential
Basic working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology Basic knowledge of assessment and treatment tools
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 Consort House
5-7 Queensway
Redhill
Surrey
RH1 1YB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.firstcommunityhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)