Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
MSK Staff Physiotherapy Team Lead
MSK Staff Physiotherapy Team Lead
TorquayOn-Site
PermanentPart-Time
£49,387 - £56,515per annumFTE
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Description
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
MSK Staff Physiotherapy Team Lead
The closing date is 29 November 2026
Job summary
To lead a new service providing MSK provision to the staff of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.
This will involve clinical deliver together with reporting and evaluation of the service.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will lead the development, implementation and evaluation of an innovative Staff Physiotherapy Service, providing direct clinical physiotherapy assessment and treatment for Trust employees whilst developing a comprehensive preventative MSK health strategy.
The postholder will work collaboratively with Occupational Health, Human Resources, Health and Wellbeing teams, Physical Activity Specialists, Exercise Instructors and external leisure and commercial partners to improve workforce health and wellbeing.
The role will be responsible for evaluating and demonstrating the impact of the service through robust data collection, reporting and outcome measurement, presenting findings and recommendations to senior leadership and Executive teams.
The postholder will act as the Trust lead for workforce musculoskeletal health, influencing strategic approaches to prevention, early intervention, self-management and physical activity.
About us
Why Work With Us
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted: 13 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year pa pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 388-8323713-MUEC
Job locations: Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
Service Leadership and Development
Person Specification
Clinical/Operational
Essential
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: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: MSK Consultant Physiotherapist, Carl Edwards, carl.edwards@nhs.net, 07737805574
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MSK Staff Physiotherapy Team Lead
The closing date is 29 November 2026
Job summary
To lead a new service providing MSK provision to the staff of Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.
This will involve clinical deliver together with reporting and evaluation of the service.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will lead the development, implementation and evaluation of an innovative Staff Physiotherapy Service, providing direct clinical physiotherapy assessment and treatment for Trust employees whilst developing a comprehensive preventative MSK health strategy.
The postholder will work collaboratively with Occupational Health, Human Resources, Health and Wellbeing teams, Physical Activity Specialists, Exercise Instructors and external leisure and commercial partners to improve workforce health and wellbeing.
The role will be responsible for evaluating and demonstrating the impact of the service through robust data collection, reporting and outcome measurement, presenting findings and recommendations to senior leadership and Executive teams.
The postholder will act as the Trust lead for workforce musculoskeletal health, influencing strategic approaches to prevention, early intervention, self-management and physical activity.
About us
Why Work With Us
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted: 13 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year pa pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 388-8323713-MUEC
Job locations: Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
- Provide specialised physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis and management of staff presenting with musculoskeletal conditions.
- Develop personalised management plans promoting self-management and long-term MSK health.
- Deliver evidence-based treatment interventions aimed at early recovery and return to work.
- Provide advice and guidance to staff regarding injury prevention, physical activity and musculoskeletal wellbeing.
- Identify staff requiring onward referral to other services including Occupational Health, MSK services, community rehabilitation and primary care services.
- Support staff to access appropriate exercise and wellbeing pathways.
Service Leadership and Development
- Lead the development and implementation of the Trust's Staff Physiotherapy Service.
- Design and embed pathways that improve access to MSK support for Trust employees.
- Develop a proactive and preventative approach to workforce musculoskeletal health.
- Establish systems and processes which maximise capacity across available workforce resources.
- Work closely with Band 6 MSK Physiotherapists to develop additional staff physiotherapy provision.
- Coordinate pathways involving Physical Activity Specialists and Exercise Instructors to support long-term behaviour change and physical activity engagement.
- Lead continuous service improvement initiatives based on service data and workforce needs.
Person Specification
Clinical/Operational
Essential
- 5-years MSK specialism in NHS
- Evidence of post graduate education to MSc level
- Leadership Experience in NHS
- Previous MSK Team Lead / Project Management Role
- Evidence of post graduate education to MSc level
- Injection Therapy Qualified
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: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: MSK Consultant Physiotherapist, Carl Edwards, carl.edwards@nhs.net, 07737805574
Privacy notice
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check and UK Registration sections repeated in source advert.
