Senior Paediatric Physiotherapist
Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust · Registered Nurse · viaNHS Jobs
£41957.00 to £50387.00
- Closing date
- 26 Oct 2026
- Posted
- 3d ago
- Specialism
- Registered Nurse
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Reference
- nhs-5657251
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Job summary
12 Month Fixed-Term Contract Band 6 | Full Time | Physiotherapy Department | Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist looking to develop your career within paediatrics?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Senior Paediatric Physiotherapist to join our friendly and supportive Paediatric Physiotherapy team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers the chance to work with children and young people across a varied caseload, while contributing to the ongoing development of a high-quality, evidence-based paediatric physiotherapy service.
We are looking for a dynamic and compassionate Physiotherapist who is committed to delivering excellent care and achieving the best possible outcomes for children and their families.
Essential Requirementso Degree in Physiotherapy (BSc or equivalent). Current HCPC registrationo Previous NHS experience at Band 5 level. Evidence of developing specialist knowledge and clinical skills relevant to paediatric physiotherapy.o Experience supervising or supporting junior staff, assistants or students. Excellent communication, organisational and team-working skills.o Commitment to quality improvement, evidence-based practice and professional development.
Main duties of the job
As a Senior Paediatric Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating physiotherapy treatment programmes for children and young people. You will manage a defined caseload, across both Inpatients and Outpatients, working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5,000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme alongside a strong commitment to developing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family ensures you feel valued from your initial interview and throughout your time with us.
We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging hospital and community services, alongside delivering regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford, with community sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh, and services delivered in patients' homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We work in partnership with Ashford & St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated us as Outstanding. We are proud of our achievements and continue to invest in our people and infrastructure.
To learn more about life at Royal Surrey, please watch our short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
13 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£41,957 to £50,387 a year (per annum) includes high cost area supplements (HCAS)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
384-JH-EMF21555-B6
Job locations
Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Guildford
GU2 7XX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide physiotherapy to relevant patients within Frailty and older adults, in a range of settings including inpatients, outpatients and patient homes.
The post holder will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating physiotherapy treatment programmes for children and young people within the paediatric service. They will support the multidisciplinary team in the organisation, delivery and ongoing development of an efficient, high-quality and coordinated physiotherapy service, ensuring that patient needs, service standards and organisational priorities are consistently met. The post holder will manage a defined paediatric clinical caseload under the supervision of the Team Leader and will be accountable for maintaining accurate clinical records and delivering evidence-based practice. In addition, they will provide clinical supervision, support and education to junior physiotherapists, technical instructors, physiotherapy assistants and physiotherapy students to promote high standards of care and professional development. This is a static Band 6 post based within the paediatric physiotherapy service.
Job responsibilities
To provide physiotherapy to relevant patients within Frailty and older adults, in a range of settings including inpatients, outpatients and patient homes.
The post holder will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating physiotherapy treatment programmes for children and young people within the paediatric service. They will support the multidisciplinary team in the organisation, delivery and ongoing development of an efficient, high-quality and coordinated physiotherapy service, ensuring that patient needs, service standards and organisational priorities are consistently met. The post holder will manage a defined paediatric clinical caseload under the supervision of the Team Leader and will be accountable for maintaining accurate clinical records and delivering evidence-based practice. In addition, they will provide clinical supervision, support and education to junior physiotherapists, technical instructors, physiotherapy assistants and physiotherapy students to promote high standards of care and professional development. This is a static Band 6 post based within the paediatric physiotherapy service.
What you need to do now
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