Senior Physiotherapist Bed Based Rehab

Main area: Intermediate care rehabilitation
Grade: NHS AfC Band 6
Contract: 12 months (Fixed Term)
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Weekdays only)
Job ref: 848-BHC-114-25

Site and Salary

Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup
Salary: £42,939 - £50,697 Inc HCAS Per annum (Pro rata)
Salary period: Yearly
Closing date: 14/05/:59
Interview date: 02/06/2025

About Bromley Healthcare

Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services including community nursing (district nursing, health visiting, specialist nursing) and therapy services for all age groups. Originating from NHS Bromley's community provider unit, we have extensive experience serving the Bromley community.

Working here offers a fulfilling career with a unique service delivery approach and a commitment to listening to employees. As a Social Enterprise, we combine NHS strengths with innovative healthcare delivery, reinvesting surpluses into community initiatives.

Employees whose roles may be at risk will be given priority consideration. Applicants with driving responsibilities must provide proof of business insurance.

Job overview

Senior Physiotherapist Bed Based Rehab - Band 6

Full time hours: 37.5 per week - FTC 12 months

Are you a physiotherapist eager to develop your skills in an intermediate care setting? Join our dynamic rehab team on Foxbury ward for 12 months to cover maternity leave.

We seek a motivated individual to work within a well-established multidisciplinary team, supporting band 5 therapists, rehab assistants, apprentices, AHP students, and nursing colleagues to provide high-quality rehabilitation and discharge planning for patients transitioning from hospital to home.

Foxbury ward is renowned for excellent, evidence-based clinical care that is safe, effective, and responsive. We foster a supportive environment to help patients regain independence. Senior staff support is available through regular supervision and training.

Proposed interview date: Monday 2nd June 2025

Main duties

Foxbury ward is a 30-bed intermediate care rehab unit. The post holder will promote patient independence through rehabilitation and enablement, working collaboratively across primary, community, secondary, voluntary, and public sectors to deliver intermediate care pathways in Bromley.

The role includes conducting complex assessments, developing treatment plans, leading group education, and service development, primarily working with elderly patients focusing on goal-oriented discharge planning.

Working for our organization

Bromley Healthcare offers a wide range of services, from community nursing to therapy services for all ages. Compensation depends on NHS experience and current banding/pay point.

Benefits include pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, cycle-to-work schemes, access to various discounts, and a lease car scheme. We are continually enhancing our employee benefits.

Job description and responsibilities

Details are outlined in the attached job description document.

Person specification Qualifications

• Evidence of CPD, including courses
• MSc in related field
• Leadership/management training evidence

Experience

• Rotational/community experience
• Experience as band 6
• Delegating and supervising rehab assistants
• Supervising students

IT skills

• Knowledge of Word, Excel, and EMIS

Skills and Knowledge

• Time management and organization
• Recognizing frailty impacts
• Initiative and independence
• Knowledge of specialist areas through training
• Managing large caseloads

We encourage vaccination and support diversity, inclusion, and flexible working options. Bromley Healthcare is committed to equal opportunities and supporting applicants with disabilities.