Job Title: Paediatric Physiotherapist
Contract Type: 6 Months Fixed Term
Purpose for Fixed Term: Sickness Absence Backfill

Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic professional to join our Paediatric Clubfoot Clinic. We are looking for applicants to have at least 12 months' experience working in a clubfoot clinic.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children and families.

About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Salary: Depending on experience £49,387 to £56,515 per annum, pro rata
Band: Band 7
Working pattern: Part-time

Job responsibilities

• Have a strong knowledge base in clubfoot management.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Build positive rapport with children, young people and their families.
• Be committed to delivering high-quality, family-centred care.

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Masters in Physiotherapy or equivalent experience: highly specialist skills with relevant levels of study
• Current HCPC registration
• Significant relevant clinical experience or with the ability to demonstrate significant experience in physiotherapy practice
• Evidence of proven leadership and supervisory skills
• Previous experience within relevant clinical area
• Previous experience on-call, where relevant to clinical area
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience of audit, evaluation, or research
• Evidence of implementing change in a clinical environment

Desirable

• Management qualification, or equivalent experience
• Attendance at post-graduation courses, or conferences, relevant to clinical area
• Able to demonstrate sound understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas
• Experience working in an acute hospital setting
• Leadership qualification, or experience

Trust Values and Behaviours

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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.

Apply through our website to view the full Job Description and Person Specification document.