About this role
Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic candidate with excellent communication skills to our functional bowel team. The successful candidate will have the ability to work autonomously and be able to make a valuable contribution to the team. The post holder will be expected to work primarily in the acute setting within the colorectal unit. Liaising with health care professionals is an essential part of the role, including all members of the MDT, primary care and relevant external providers such as technical support representatives.
Extensive experience in the specialty is essential with specific clinical skills and competencies in the management of bowel dysfunction patients, including biofeedback and pelvic floor. They will be expected to manage nurse/AHP led clinics and deliver care both pre and post treatment as well as providing specialist advice and support to patients within Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital Trust and also to the wider area, with the caseload including referrals from other local trusts.
Interview Date Wednesday 08 July 2026 37.5 Hours/Week but part time will be considered You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
Manage nurse led/AHP led functional bowel service clinic incorporating biofeedback and pelvic floor treatments.
Communicate with patients and MDT.
Advise patients on functional bowel disorders.
Record keeping
Signposting patients to relevant services
Liaise with community services as appropriate
About us
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
With around 2 million contacts with patients every year, we deliver care from:
Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI) Freeman Hospital Newcastle Dental Hospital Cramlington Manor Walks Urgent treatment centres Newcastle Fertility Centre Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria Northern Genetics Service These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description Job responsibilities
We are a dynamic , enthusiastic and dedicated team and the role will provide an exciting opportunity that will not only impact on patient care but will be challenging and rewarding on a personal level.
Applicants will be required to meet all the essential criteria as documented in the job description.
The post is suitable for nurses and senior physiotherapists, with the appropriate skills and experience.
Job Purpose - Senior Physiotherapist
To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care (assessment, treatment and advice) to a complex patient group in specialty
If applicable to role, participate in the Senior Physiotherapy general rotational scheme, which involves working across the Trust in a range of clinical settings, some of which are regional specialities
Job Purpose - Nurse Specialist
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust define a nursespecialist as a qualified nurse where the primary purpose of role is to provide guidance and support based on advanced level knowledge to patients, carers and health professionals concerning a specific disease/condition.
Within the sphere of specialist practice:
Is working towards advanced knowledge and skills within specialist sphere of practice. Contributes to the facilitation of the planning, delivery and evaluation of care pathways for a designated group of patients. Support the development of nursing practice within the specialist field and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge. Contributes to training and education within specialist area.
Person Specification
All criteria for Senior Physiotherapist Essential
Advanced knowledge of a range of medical conditions and their impact on patient's functional abilities. Sound knowledge of the physiotherapy process Organisation and time management skills Ability to work as part of a team Commitment to personal and service development Ability to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner NHS experience in a rotational post providing a broad range of experience across the core areas of physiotherapy including pelvic floor and bowel dysfunction management Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Degree or equivalent Diploma in Physiotherapy State Registered with Health & Care Professions Council
Desirable
Knowledge of undertaking research and audit projects Knowledge of current NHS issues e.g. NSF's Improving Working Lives IT Skills Presentation Skills Specialist treatment skills e.g. manual therapy Previous experience in a senior post Experience of working with patients with physical health problems Member of Chartered Society Of Physiotherapists Involvement in relevant CSP Clinical Special Interest groups
All criteria for Nurse Specialist Essential
Meets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) requirements for mentorship if relevant to role Evidence of on-going continuous professional development Knowledge and understanding of relevant NHS policy or project specific policy context Has understanding / experience of adult / child safeguarding Good IT skills Effective report writing skills Able to work independently and as a member of a team Effective organisation and time management skills Current driving licence if relevant to role Some post registration experience within related specialist area of practice Extended clinical practice underpinned by training and assessment Registered Nurse (appropriate to branch) Current NMC registration Diploma plus specialist qualifications / experience within specialist area; prepared to take degree level study
Desirable
Change management skills and involvement in project work Research or audit experience Evidence of contribution towards education and training programmes Degree in health related subject
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Victoria Infirmary
317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary
NE1 4LP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)