Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist to join our established COPD and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Service at the Manchester Royal Infirmary. A UK driving license and own car is essential for this role.

We are seeking an experienced clinician with a passion for respiratory care who is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based interventions for patients living with COPD and other chronic respiratory conditions. This role offers the opportunity to work across both inpatient and outpatient settings as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the assessment, treatment and ongoing management of patients with respiratory disease. You will contribute to the delivery and development of our Pulmonary Rehabilitation programme, helping patients improve exercise capacity, symptom management and quality of life. You will also provide specialist advice to patients, carers and healthcare professionals, supporting effective admission avoidance, discharge planning and self-management strategies.

As a Band 6 Physiotherapist, you will demonstrate clinical leadership and contribute to service improvement through audit, education, quality improvement and evidence-based practice. You will support colleagues and students, participate in multidisciplinary working and help drive innovation within the respiratory service.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake assessment, treatment planning and management of patients with COPD and other chronic respiratory conditions.
• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy interventions to improve respiratory function, exercise capacity, independence and quality of life.
• Deliver Pulmonary Rehabilitation, including assessment, exercise prescription, patient education and evaluation of outcomes.
• Undertake and interpret exercise testing and functional assessments to inform clinical decision-making.
• Provide specialist respiratory advice, education and self-management support to patients and carers.
• Support admission avoidance, discharge planning and integrated respiratory pathways.
• Undertake oxygen assessments in line with competency and local policy.
• Work collaboratively with respiratory, primary care, community and multidisciplinary teams.
• Act as a clinical role model and support the supervision and development of junior staff and students.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, audit, clinical governance and evaluation of outcomes.
• Apply current research, national guidance and professional standards to clinical practice.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and demonstrate ongoing continuing professional development.

About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 349-MRI-8382623-RL4

Person Specification
Essential qualifications and experience

• Relevant professional qualification in Physiotherapy BSC Degree
• Active HCPC registration
• Minimum of 3 years post registration
• Experience at band 5 practitioner level within Respiratory speciality
• Portfolio of evidence showing relevant achievements in Respiratory care
• Recent evidence of continuing professional and personal development, both clinical and managerial.
• Evidence of delivering teaching programmes to all staff groups

Desirable

• Related advanced respiratory qualification
• NMP qualification
• Advanced Pulmonary Rehabilitation Course
• Experience of community working and PCT partnership working
• Previous Respiratory specialist experience
• Experience of service development and evaluation of service standards through clinical audit
• Experience of performing exercise testing and evaluation of results

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.

Employer details
Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Manchester Royal Infirmary, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL, United Kingdom

For questions about the job, contact:
COPD Clinical Nurse Specialist, Bhagya Sudhadevi & Sarah Winn, B.Muraleedharansudha@mft.nhs.uk, 01612766035

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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Apply through our website.