Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation TrustAdvanced PhysiotherapistJob summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and experienced Band 7 Advanced Physiotherapist to join the team at Walkergate Park.
This part-time (0.4 WTE) role is based on Ward 2, a 16-bed neuropsychiatry assessment and treatment unit delivering specialist multidisciplinary inpatient care for individuals with complex neuropsychiatric conditions.
Ward 2 is a regional service for patients with Huntington's Disease, many admitted for comprehensive MDT assessment as their condition progresses. The service also supports patients with acquired brain injury, stroke, progressive neurological disorders, and movement disorders requiring neuropsychiatric assessment and treatment.
Key Responsibilities- Provide advanced physiotherapy assessment and treatment for patients with complex neuropsychiatric presentations
- Contribute to multidisciplinary assessment, care planning, and complex disability management
Key Requirements- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
- HCPC registration
- Experience in neurological physiotherapy
- Knowledge of neurological and neuropsychiatric conditions
- Understanding of cognitive, behavioural, and perceptual impacts
- Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
What we offer- Structured supervision and training
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and management for patients with complex neuropsychiatric presentations. In collaboration with the wider MDT, responsibilities include specialist moving and handling assessments, wheelchair and seating assessments, 24-hour postural management, and falls prevention and management for individuals with complex needs.
About usWe aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.
Job responsibilitiesPlease find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 9th July 2026
Closing date : 19th July 2026
We welcome your application.
Please note - this vacancy may close early once a suitable number of applications are received.
Person SpecificationEducation and QualificationEssential- Recognised Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent
- Registered with HCPC
- Evidence of post graduate study in specialist areas/neurology, equivalent to masters level
- Further relevant post graduate training relevant to the post
Desirable- Registered member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential- Minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience with a minimum of 2 years in Neurological Rehabilitation.
- Proven clinical experience of working with service users' family and carers in delivery of physiotherapy treatment plans Multi-disciplinary team work
- Advanced knowledge and experience of a wide range of conditions and physiotherapy approaches.
- Advanced level of Physiotherapy clinical knowledge and skill in the relevant field.
- Experience of supervising students / non registered staff
- Evidence of leading and participating in audit.
- Experience of teaching / training
Desirable- Evidence of relevant validated clinical post graduate training
- Member of relevant clinical CSP interest groups
- Attendance at an introductory leadership / management course.
Skills and CompetenciesEssential- Advanced clinical physiotherapy skills across the discipline of neuro-rehabilitation including advanced assessment and treatment techniques, clinical reasoning and knowledge of outcomes measures.
- Advanced level of skills in a range of appropriate standardised and informal assessments and treatment Forward and innovative thinking
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Self directed learning
- Proven ability to communicate effectively within multi-agency teams
- Risk Assessment / management skills
- Ability to use IT system
- High level of presentation Skills
- Excellent time management skills
Desirable- Critical Appraisal skills
- Experience of conducting and evaluating clinical audit
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
