Job Description

Band 8a Advanced Practice Pelvic Health Physiotherapist (ACP), or Band 7 Pelvic Health Physio looking to become a qualified ACP in Pelvic Health (banding dependent on experience & qualifications)We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated pelvic health physio to join our dynamic Urogynaecology MDT team. We are very excited to be advertising this newly created role to lead and support the existing pelvic health service across acute and community settings within Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust. Closely collaborating with our Urogynaecology Consultants, Nurse Specialists, pelvic health physiotherapy team, midwives and community bladder and bowel teams, the post holder will play a significant role in developing the pelvic health service. Working within the framework of advanced clinical practice you will provide a high level of clinical expertise, supervision for the wider pelvic health physio team, leadership and education.Main duties of the jobYou will have excellent interpersonal skills, an up to date knowledge base and the ability to work independently. We would love to hear from you if you are either a Band 8a Pelvic Health Physio or Band 7 looking to develop as an ACP. Training will be fully supported in accordance with the Multi-Professional Framework for Advanced Clinical Practice. The role will incredibly fulfilling with the opportunity to be part of developing a new integrated service across the acute and community.About usDevelopmentand staff wellbeingYour growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.Date posted24 April 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalaryxc2xa359,490 to xc2xa366,239 a year pa pro rata incl. HCASContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number396-NN-7108851-AHP-YJob locationsKingston Hospital & other sitesGalsworthy RoadKingstonKT2 7QBJob descriptionJob responsibilities***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification*** Job descriptionJob responsibilities***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Advanced Clinical Practice Master's degree OR In the process of gaining recognition with the Centre of Advancing Practice via the e-Portfolio (Supported) Route, OR willing to commence this route in order to demonstrate educational equivalence that all the capabilities of advanced level practice at master's level (level 7) have been met.
• Specialist-specific professional qualification commensurate with role plus postgraduate specialist training, experience, short courses to Master's equivalent level.
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (Pelvic Health Related)

• Non-medical prescribing qualification.

• Ability to assessment a treat a wide range of pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms including complex presentations

• Advanced assessment and diagnostic skills

• Advanced Clinical Practice Master's degree OR In the process of gaining recognition with the Centre of Advancing Practice via the e-Portfolio (Supported) Route, OR willing to commence this route in order to demonstrate educational equivalence that all the capabilities of advanced level practice at master's level (level 7) have been met.
• Specialist-specific professional qualification commensurate with role plus postgraduate specialist training, experience, short courses to Master's equivalent level.
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (Pelvic Health Related)

• Non-medical prescribing qualification.

• Ability to assessment a treat a wide range of pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms including complex presentations

• Advanced assessment and diagnostic skills

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