Specialist Static PhysiotherapistThe closing date is 30 July 2026Job summaryThe Specialist Static Integrated Discharge Team Physiotherapist (Band 6) provides specialist physiotherapy assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for patients within acute hospital settings, supporting safe and timely discharge and admission avoidance. Working as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team, the post holder manages a complex caseload, undertakes comprehensive patient assessments, develops individualised treatment and discharge plans, and promotes patient independence through evidence-based rehabilitation. The role includes supervising and supporting junior staff, therapy assistants and students, contributing to service improvement and clinical audit, and deputising for the Team Lead Physiotherapist when required. The post holder works autonomously, collaborates closely with health and social care partners, and plays a key role in delivering seamless, patient-centred care across acute and community services
Main duties of the jobTo provide specialist physiotherapy to patients within an acute setting as part of an inter-professional team. Participating as a member of the team; managing a clinical caseload within the protocols, objectives and procedures of the team.
To support service improvement and delivery within the team. Participate in health promotion and education of staff, clients and families.
The post holder will undertake regular continual professional development activities.
About usA wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
DetailsDate posted: 17 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
per annum, pro rataContract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 374-KN343
Job locations: Eastbourne District General Hospital, Kings Drive, Eastbourne, BN21 2UD, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy
- Current registration with HCPC
- Post-graduate qualification in a relevant field or proven equivalent experience / training
Desirable- Membership of Special Interest Group
- Practice Placement Education Certificate.
ExperienceEssential- Minimum 2 years B6 rotational experience
- Experience of training/supervision.
- Experience of multi-professional working.
Desirable- Experience within an acute discharge planning/admission avoidance team.
SkillsEssential- Evidence of CPD in previous year.
- Awareness of clinical governance and understanding of the NHS and challenges facing service delivery
- Advanced clinical assessment skills with the ability to verbalise the clinical reasoning process in the management of patients within admission avoidance/discharge planning.
Desirable- Knowledge of patient centred practice.
- Specialist admission avoidance/discharge planning knowledge and interest.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy
- Current registration with HCPC
- Post-graduate qualification in a relevant field or proven equivalent experience / training
Desirable- Membership of Special Interest Group
- Practice Placement Education Certificate.
ExperienceEssential- Minimum 2 years B6 rotational experience
- Experience of training/supervision.
- Experience of multi-professional working.
Desirable- Experience within an acute discharge planning/admission avoidance team.
SkillsEssential- Evidence of CPD in previous year.
- Awareness of clinical governance and understanding of the NHS and challenges facing service delivery
- Advanced clinical assessment skills with the ability to verbalise the clinical reasoning process in the management of patients within admission avoidance/discharge planning.
Desirable- Knowledge of patient centred practice.
- Specialist admission avoidance/discharge planning knowledge and interest.
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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address: Eastbourne District General Hospital, Kings Drive, Eastbourne, BN21 2UD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Professional Lead Physiotherapist
Helen Harper-Smith
hharper-smith@nhs.net
07919393979
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