Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Physiotherapist, Band 5, MSK Outpatients
The closing date is 27 July 2026

Job summary
Join a forward-thinking, compassionate, and high-performing integrated Therapy Service at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, in MSK Outpatients. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and skilled individual to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and collaborative environment, while developing a fulfilling career.

As a member of the MSK Outpatient Therapy Service, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a broad range of MSK presentations and sub-specialties.

We provide a job plan that balances a varied caseload of MSK patients with personal development opportunities. You'll benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, including access to structured supervision and educational frameworks, and the chance to be involved in innovative service improvement projects that shape the future of care.

Candidates need to be able to demonstrate skills and experience of other physiological systems (e.g. cardio-respiratory, neurology) that will support their MSK practice as a static Band 5 in MSK Outpatients.

Additional working pattern details: Orthopaedic weekend working, as per rota

Main duties of the job
To provide an effective and evidence-based service through assessing, planning and implementing treatment programmes.

To deliver therapeutic intervention in MSK Outpatients, by using the principles of Physiotherapy in an integrated and client-centred way.

The post holder will have no budget or managerial responsibilities.

To assume responsibility for personal development, linked to appraisal. There will be an expectation to progress to supervise and appraise less experienced therapists, support workers and undergraduates, with the support of the team leader.

• There will also be progression to taking on increasing responsibility for the day to day management of the clinical area, in the absence of more senior staff.
• The post holder is supervised by a named therapist, although they may not be present at all times. Clinical and professional supervision is in the form of regular clinical reasoning sessions, observed practice, peer review and formal training. Access to advice and support from specialist therapists is available as required.

About us
The Therapy MSK Outpatient Service is an integrated service providing Physiotherapy and Occupational therapy to inpatients and outpatients at Gloucestershire Royal and Cheltenham General Hospitals. Our mission is to 'enable people to maximise their potential to live well'

Our Outpatient service was shortlisted for the HSJ Awards and HSJ Patient Safety Awards 2024 for service improvement innovations and performance recovery.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on both sites with a job plan that balances a varied caseload of musculoskeletal patients with personal development opportunities.

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Details
Date posted: 13 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 318-26-T0467
Job locations: Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust (Trustwide), Gloucestershire, GL1 3NN

Job responsibilities
In line with the Trust Vision to provide the Best Care for Everyone

Professional values

• To deliver therapeutic interventions, using the principles of Physiotherapy in an integrated and client-centred way supported by the MSK Core Capabilities Framework
• To work within the Therapy team providing an effective and evidence based service through assessing, diagnosing and implementing treatment programmes.

Communication and interpersonal skills

• To communicate effectively with patients and carers potentially complex, sensitive or distressing information; in order to provide patient centred care, to encourage self-management, maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of the condition. Patients may have communication, perceptual or cognitive/understanding difficulties.
• To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing, other allied health professions and other colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service.

Leadership, management and team working

• To take on increasing responsibility for personal development and supporting the development and supervision of others by CPD (continuing professional development), linked to appraisal.

Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy assessment and treatment
• Apply a practical approach to problem solving
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both verbal, non-verbal and written when interacting with other team members, clients and other professionals
• Demonstrate clear, concise and accurate communication when conveying written information
• Work flexibly in response to the changing demands of the service
• Manage own workload and prioritise appropriately

Desirable

• Valid full UK Driving License

Clinical Experience
Essential

• Experience of working in the NHS in the UK
• Relevant experience and/or knowledge of major body systems (e.g. cardiorespiratory, neurology, MSK) and systemic conditions that may influence presentation, assessment and management in MSK Outpatients

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Take initiative, but seek help when required
• Demonstrate working effectively as a team member
• Demonstrate commitment to personal development and CPD
• Facilitate own learning opportunities and reflect on practice
• Demonstrate an understanding of and interest in working for the Trust

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).