Job Description

We are looking for a Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our team for one year as a sabbatical cover.
We are a small team of Physiotherapists and Support Assistants, but work within the wider Respiratory Team to support patients living with long term lung conditions such as COPD, Asthma, Bronchiectasis, ILD, Lung Cancer. The team deliver Pulmonary Rehabilitation classes across West Essex - Harlow, Epping and Uttlesford.
We are looking for a Band 6 Physiotherapist for this role, but would consider an experienced Band 5 with an interest in Community Respiratory who would be interested in an acting up role.
Main duties of the job
-Lead Pulmonary Rehabilitation classes and clinics across West Essex.
-Carry out comprehensive assessment and walk tests for patients that are referred for Pulmonary Rehab
-Communicate with Respiratory Nurses, Oxygen Nurses and Consultant where appropriate to support with patients treatment.
-Carry a 1:1 caseload for home and clinic appointments for breathlessness management, Breathing Pattern Disorders, Sputum Clearance techniques
-Provide clinical supervision and teaching for junior staff and students.
-Participate in Project work within Pulmonary Rehabilitation as part of the Accreditation process.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• 8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.

Details
Date posted
19 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
31,049 to 46,580 a year per annum, plus 5% HCA
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
364-A-9367
Job locations
St Margarets
The Plain
Epping
CM16 6TN
Job description
Job responsibilities
To lead Pulmonary Rehab classes and clinics with Band 4 Support Assistants. Please see attached for further details. Job description
Job responsibilities
To lead Pulmonary Rehab classes and clinics with Band 4 Support Assistants. Please see attached for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Bsc Hons Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Member of CSP

Experience
Desirable

• Previous experience working with Respiratory disease

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Bsc Hons Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Member of CSP

Experience
Desirable

• Previous experience working with Respiratory disease

Skills Required