Job summary
We are looking for a skilled and experienced physiotherapist to join our busy, established paediatric orthopaedic out-patient physiotherapy team for a career break cover from 01/10/26 -28/02/27

The out-patient service covers children 0-18 years with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including CTEV (treated with the Ponseti regime), DDH and those with normal variants including gait abnormalities and common growth conditions. The job role also involves serial plastering both as part of the Ponseti regime and for idiopathic tip toe walkers.

You will work alongside and be supported by experienced band 7 and 6 staff as part of a dynamic MDT.

This is a 5 month contract starting on 01/10/26.

For further information please contact: - Michelle Jackman Lead Physiotherapist on :- 01872 253882 ormjackman@nhs.net

Main duties of the job
To provide a high standard Physiotherapy service to patients at Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust.

To provide specialist assessment, treatment, and goal setting of patients in a busy out-patient setting. Some patients may have complex and/or chronic presentations. To determine clinical diagnosis and Physiotherapy treatment indicated. To maintain accurate records as an autonomous practitioner.

You will develop highly specialist skills under the guidance of the senior staff.

To attend clinical level discussions / meetings relating to your area of work as delegated by your Clinical Lead.

About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

• Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
• St Michael's Hospital in Hayle
• West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.

Details
Date posted
06 August 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 6

Salary
Depending on experience

Dependant on experience £39,959 - £48,117

Contract
Fixed term

Duration
5 months

Working pattern
Part-time

Reference number
156-8148997

Job locations
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Treliske

Truro

TR1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Person Specification
Essential
Essential

• HCPC Registration
• NHS experience
• Degree in Physiotherapy (Or Equivalent )

Desirable

• Paediatric Experience
• 18 months post graduate experience
• Post-qualification experience of both inpatients and outpatients

Comprehensive post qualification physiotherapy experience
Essential

• Comprehensive post qualification physiotherapy

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.

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

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.

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. 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).

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