Job summary
King's Lynn PCN is seeking two experienced first contact physiotherapists (FCPs) to deliver a high-quality musculoskeletal (MSK) assessment and management service for patients across our primary care network (PCN), which serves approximately 70,000 patients.

The post holder will utilise SystmOne across the PCN, manage their own clinical caseload, complete referrals and investigations where appropriate, and contribute to the ongoing development of high-quality, patient-centred services.

Please note, previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job
Based primarily at King's Lynn Health Hub, with sessions across participating GP practices, you will provide:

• Expert face-to-face assessment
• Diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for patients presenting with MSK and other appropriate conditions
• Working autonomously within your professional scope of practice, you will support patients to self-manage their conditions, reduce unnecessary referrals and improve access to specialist MSK care

About us
Based in the new purpose-built Kings Lynn Health Hub, the Kings Lynn Primary Care Network serves a population of approximately 71,000 patients residing across the Kings Lynn area within west Norfolk.

Working collaboratively with other partners to strengthen and support the delivery of Primary Care services, the PCN consists of 3 core GP practices Vida Healthcare, St James Medical Practice, Southgates Medical and Surgical Centre & the Woottons Surgery.

The PCN is led by a clinical director, Dr Caroline Delves.

Working conditions and benefits

• Access to continuing professional development and clinical supervision.
• NHS pension scheme.
• Reimbursement of travel expenses in accordance with organisational policy.
• Enhanced DBS clearance required.
• Right-to-work documentation required before employment.
• Previous applicants need not apply

Details
Date posted: 04 November 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 30151
Job locations: SOUTHGATES MED & SURG CTR & WOOTTONS, 41 GOODWINS ROAD, KING'S LYNN, Norfolk, PE30 5QX, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised qualification
• Master's degree or equivalent specialist knowledge, skills and experience
• Demonstrable Level 7 capability in MSK assessment, diagnosis and treatment
• HEE-recognised First Contact Practitioner (FCP) status
• Current HCPC registration
• Eligibility for Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) membership
• Significant experience managing musculoskeletal caseloads independently
• Ability to prioritise and manage a diverse clinical workload
• Experience using SystmOne or similar electronic patient record systems
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Right to work in the UK. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role

Desirable

• Previous experience working in primary care
• Experience delivering remote consultations (telephone consultations)
• Evidence of service development, audit or quality improvement work
• Experience working across multiple clinical sites
• Leadership, supervision or mentoring experience
• Independent prescribing qualification, or willingness to work towards one

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.

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

Employer details
Employer name: Primary Care Careers
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Contact
For questions about the job, contact: Recruitment Team, Primary Care Careers, 01206918760

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