About this role
Job summary
Clinical Lead Physiotherapist - Intermediate Care & Community (Band 7)
Newton Abbot Locality | Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Imagine finishing your working day knowing you've made a real difference -- and still having time to walk along the coast, explore Dartmoor, or enjoy life in a friendly Devon market town.
We are seeking an inspirational Clinical Lead Physiotherapist to provide professional and clinical leadership within our Intermediate Care & Community Therapy service in the Newton Abbot locality.
This is a pivotal role within the locality leadership structure, combining strategic influence, hands-on clinical work and the opportunity to shape community services that truly matter to people's lives.
You'll be supported by a strong, approachable locality leadership team and will have access to a Clinical Development Lead, offering guidance, mentorship and support for your ongoing clinical expertise and leadership development. This is a role where you will feel valued, supported and able to grow.
Based in Newton Abbot, this role offers a genuine work-life balance, with easy access to the coast, Exeter and Dartmoor -- making it an ideal location for those looking to combine career progression with quality of life.
Main duties of the job
As Clinical Lead Physiotherapist, you will:
Provide professional and clinical leadership for the Physiotherapy team within the Newton Abbot locality
Be an active member of the locality management team, contributing to service development and strategic planning
Support, supervise and develop staff, promoting a positive learning culture
Maintain an advanced clinical caseload within Intermediate Care and Community settings
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care
Support service improvement, innovation and consistent clinical governance
About us
Why Work With Us
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is proud of its strong community focus, supportive leadership culture and commitment to staff wellbeing.
Our Intermediate Care & Community Therapies Team is multidisciplinary, experienced and known for its friendly, flexible and can-do approach. We work closely together to support people ,predominantly older adults to maintain independence and recover in their own homes and communities.
Newton Abbot offers the best of Devon living:
A vibrant market town with excellent local amenities
Close proximity to the coast, perfect for walking, swimming or water sports
Easy access to Exeter for culture, transport links and city life
On the edge of Dartmoor, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts
We are passionate about developing our people and offer clear access to clinical and leadership development, including dedicated Clinical Development Lead support.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and requirements.
Additional information
The post requires flexible working, including participation in sevenday services (weekends and bank holidays)
Ability to travel across the locality is required
Informal conversations are actively encouraged please contact us to discuss the role and the team
Join us at Newton Abbots Intermediate Care and Community Therapy team and make a real difference every single day all while living your best life in beautiful South Devon.
Apply today and take the next step in your career with Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust!
Person Specification
Qualifications and training Essential
oDiploma/degree in physiotherapy. oState registration - current H.P.C. certificate. oEvidence of C.P.D maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field. oExtensive post graduate experience in a range of specialties including care of the older people/Community/Intermediate care
Desirable
oMSc in a relevant clinical area. oManagement/leadership qualification
Knowledge and experience Essential
oWorking knowledge of a broad range of neurological, musculo-skeletal, respiratory and other medical conditions and an understanding of the multi-pathology complex needs of adults, especially older people. oClinical educator course oExperience of student supervision and assessment oKnowledge and understanding of legislation and guidelines surrounding health and social care. oKnowledge of relevant National Service Frameworks and clinical guidelines, and experience of implementing these recommendations in practice for Older people, specifically aspects referring to Stroke, Falls and Intermediate Care. Competent IT skills. Presentation skills. Experience of staff supervision.
Desirable
oPrevious experience of leading audit and research oExperience of using EPIC and Systemone for patient note recording
Specific skills Essential
oThe post holder must demonstrate a positive commitment to uphold diversity and equality policies approved by Torbay and Southern Devon, Health and Care NHS Trust oAble to work in a range of settings appropriate to the post oAble to travel to meet the requirements of the post
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 Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address Sherborne House
Sherborne Road
Newton Abbot
TQ12 2PF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)