Job Description

Band 6 Rotational Physiotherapist
We are excited to be advertising for a band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist rotation between Wythenshawe Hospital's Older Persons Assessment and Liaison (OPAL) and Integrated Assessment Team (IAT), and South Manchester's Community Response Services of Discharge to Assess (D2A) and Crisis response.
We are advertising for 1 permanent, full time position, and are looking for someone with exceptional generic assessment and therapeutic skills, who is motivated to deliver care of the highest quality through personal and professional development and collaborative multi-disciplinary working. Applicants are required to hold a UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle for business purposes.
There are three rotations:
Wythenshawe Hospital's OPAL/IAT
South Manchester D2A Team
South Manchester Crisis Response Team
Main duties of the job
OPAL/IAT deliver high quality care to our patients across the Emergency Department, Acute Frailty Unit and the Acute Medical Unit. The aim of our service is to improve outcomes for our older population, and those living with frailty through proactive early assessment and management of complex co-morbidities, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions, supporting early discharge and accessing appropriate community services. This rotation requires respiratory ward level competency.
The Crisis Response Team support people with a health or social care crisis to stay at home and avoid unnecessary hospital admission. We provide same-day assessment by our integrated, multi-disciplinary team to make safe and stabilise. We can support at home for 48 hours.
The Discharge to Assess Team supports timely assessment of patients at home at the point of discharge to identify health and social care needs that can be delivered in the community for up to 7 days. The Discharge to Assess Team works from 8am until 8pm 7 days per week.
Applicants should be highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced clinician
You will consolidate knowledge and develop clinical and non-clinical skills within a supportive environment and be actively involved in the development of the service, supervision of junior staff and student education.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Details
Date posted
16 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
38,682 to 46,580 a year Per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
349-LCO-7664637*
Job locations
Trafford House
Southmoor Road
M23 9XD
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifucations and Registration
Essential

• Professional registration
• Honours degree or relevant qualification in Physiotherapy
• Evidence of continuing professional development including relevant attendance at postgraduate courses and conferences within the clinical speciality. IT skills

Desirable

• Membership of relevant special interest groups

Experience
Essential

• Evidence of experience with a broad range of general rehabilitation conditions Significant band 5 experience
• Ability to manage complex caseload
• Hold a UK driving licence or access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Previous community experience
• Experience at Band 6 level
• Involvement in audit and / research
• Experience of supervision
• Experience of quality experience

Person Specification
Qualifucations and Registration
Essential

• Professional registration
• Honours degree or relevant qualification in Physiotherapy
• Evidence of continuing professional development including relevant attendance at postgraduate courses and conferences within the clinical speciality. IT skills

Desirable

• Membership of relevant special interest groups

Experience
Essential

• Evidence of experience with a broad range of general rehabilitation conditions Significant band 5 experience
• Ability to manage complex caseload
• Hold a UK driving licence or access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Previous community experience
• Experience at Band 6 level
• Involvement in audit and / research
• Experience of supervision
• Experience of quality experience

Skills Required