Job Description

Role Introduction

The Community based Musculoskeletal (MSK) Service has an exciting opportunity to recruit to either a developmental Band 5 or Band 6 MSK physiotherapist to work as part of our team of physiotherapists, Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners (APP) and MSK Doctors. We currently work out of a range of health centres and GP practices across the city.



We are looking for an enthusiastic physiotherapist who already has experience of treating MSK patients autonomously, as well as the wider spectrum of physiotherapy, and is keen to further develop their MSK skills in order to provide specialised management of patients presenting with a wide variety of MSK conditions.



Management of MSK patients often needs adapting dependent on other co- morbidities, which is why experience of other aspects of physiotherapy is required and this role is not suitable for newly qualified physiotherapists.





This developmental band 5 role requires completion of a range of competencies that will be worked through along with senior support, and if these are successfully completed you will automatically progress to being a band 6 MSK physiotherapist. Alternatively, those who already have sufficient experience within the MSK field will start in a Band 6 role.

You will be responsible for:

Your own independent caseload and undertaking MSK assessment of patients with a wide range of health needs, who may have additional complex and multiple pathologies. Identifying patient needs, agreeing goals, and providing appropriate therapy interventions. Keeping the patient at the centre of care, ensuring the patient is engaged in a shared decision-making approach. Liaising with the wider MSK team.


You will be based in one or more hub sites across the city, working alongside more senior physiotherapy staff. It is essential that you are flexible and prepared to travel to different venues according to the needs of the service.



This is a busy, fast paced environment to work in, but we will support your personal and professional development with weekly senior mentorship. We have a strong emphasis on clinical supervision and in-service training. The MSK service is actively involved in research, having participated and run clinical trials. The service continues to explore extended hours provision; however, the service currently runs Monday to Friday.



Due to this, it is essential that applicants can travel independently across the city, via public transport, or you have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.



If you have any questions about the job, please contact samanthadavies@nhs.net

Please Review the and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.

Adverts will close early where the maximum numbers of applicants is reached.

Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Who are we?

Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.



We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.

Perks of the job

Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.

Right to Work

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.