About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic Responsive Services Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, delivering urgent assessment, intervention, and rehabilitation to patients in the community.
Our Responsive Services aim to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions, facilitate early discharge, and support patients to remain safely at home. You will work closely with a wide range of professionals, including occupational therapists, nurses, paramedics, rehabilitation assistants and social care colleagues.
Responsive Services is made up from Intermediate Care Team, Urgent Community Response, Virtual ward and the Referral Hub.
Key Responsibilities
Provide timely, high-quality physiotherapy assessment and intervention to patients in their own homes or community settings Manage a complex and varied caseload Support hospital avoidance and early supported discharge pathways Deliver rehabilitation programmes to improve mobility, independence, and quality of life Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop person-centred care plans Provide clinical advice and guidance to junior staff, support workers, and students Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a physiotherapist who is:
HCPC registered with a degree in Physiotherapy Competent in managing acute presentations and complex patients Confident in autonomous decision-making and lone working Skilled in assessing mobility, falls risk, and functional ability A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills Flexible, proactive, and responsive to service demands
The service runs from 8am-8pm 7 days a week, 365 days a year, the post holder will be expected to work on a rota basis.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential applicants are able to drive, have a clean driving license and a car suitable for business purposes.
At First Community Health & Care (FCH&C), youll be part of a supportive organisation committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children. We invest in our staff, offering annual appraisals, ongoing development and inhouse training to help you grow in your role.
If youre looking for a role where your work genuinely makes a difference every day, this could be the opportunity for you.
While we recognise the use of AI to support the application process, applicants are encouraged to add personal experience so that each submission is fully individualised.
If you would like to discuss the role further or to arrange a visit please contact Sarah ONeill on 07876 392654.
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
Working within the multidisciplinary team the post holder will work under the guidance of the lead therapist within Responsive Services.
Responsive Services consists of the Intermediate Care Team (ICT), Urgent Community Response (UCR) team, Virtual Ward (VW) and Referral hub.
You will be responsible for assessing the health and social care needs of patients and their carers withing the community, aiming to prevent the need for patients to be admitted to hospital and facilitating their discharge home after an acute admission.
You will act as a role model for junior team members and contribute to the promotion of an environment which encourages and supports development of staff using evidence-based nursing and therapy practice.
You will be expected to utilise a variety of strategies to support the patient at home and to communicate effectively with family, carers, the multidisciplinary team, voluntary organisations, and other agencies, to facilitate rehabilitation and promote independence.
The Responsive Service teams function from 8am to 8pm Monday Sunday. The post holder will be expected to work shift patterns to cover service delivery.
Person Specification
Knowledge Essential
Good working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology with reference to specific client group Good knowledge of assessment and treatment tools for speciality
Qualifications Essential
Relevant professional qualification Current HCPC Registration Evidence of study at higher education level Recognised training undertaken in motivating behaviour change
Desirable
Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Member of a specialist interest group
Other Essential
Committed to personal and team development Ability to work with others and pass on skills and knowledge to others, patients, carers and other professionals Sensitive and empathetic manner Positive and innovative in attitude Clear vision of role/commitment to specialty and department CAR DRIVER ESSENTIAL
Skills Essential
Competency and ability to assess and treat wide range of complex conditions within related field Articulate good communication skills
Desirable
Basic IT skills Experience of delivering undergraduate student supervision Flexible approach to service delivery Critical appraisal skills Undertaking and initiating audits
Experience Essential
Previous NHS Experience Relevant postgraduate experience
Desirable
Evidence of staff supervision Experience of working in primary healthcare setting Experience of managing a caseload
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 First Community Health & Care C I C
5-7 Queensway
REDHILL
RH1 1YB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.firstcommunityhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)