Job Description

Specialist Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Physiotherapist



Are you seeking your first post upon qualification? are you looking for a new community facing role?



We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic graduate or qualified Band 5 physiotherapist to join our specialist physiotherapy team providing support to adults with intellectual and neurodevelopmental disabilities in Nottinghamshire.



We are a friendly community based service that sits within a wider multi disciplinary framework of support services.



The successful applicant will work alongside a senior therapist with a wealth of knowledge and experience to manage a complex clinical caseload, with additional support provided by the team lead. Regular clinical and professional supervision will be provided along with opportunities for professional development.



You will need proven team working and communication skills, with a high level of self-motivation, flexible approach to your work, and a positive and caring outlook towards individuals with an intellectual or neurodevelopmental disability.



You will need to be committed to providing high quality evidence-based care, maintain up to date records and documentation in line with Trust Policies, and provide support to carers and the families of individuals who access our services as well as other professionals and partner agencies.



You will also need to demonstrate awareness of current issues and legislation affecting people with an Intellectual Disability.



We provide a number of specialist treatment modalities including 24-hour postural management, hydrotherapy and rebound therapy (therapeutic use of a trampoline) and so the successful candidate will be able to gain experience and training in these.



#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.



We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.



We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.



The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.



The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment



You will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients with an intellectual or neurodevelopmental disability who are unable to or require additional support to access and benefit from mainstream services (despite expectation of reasonable adjustment) to determine diagnosis and appropriate physiotherapy intervention.



You will work effectively both independently and as a team member to assist in the delivery of high-quality physiotherapy services in line with the department and our Trust's aims.



You will ensure a high standard of clinical care using evidence-based practice and outcome measures, keeping up to date with clinical developments.



You will ensure effective, considered communication with patients, carers, other professionals, and partner organisations in order to provide exceptional patient care and carer and family support.



You will maintain up to date records and documentation in line with Trust Policies.



We are a community based team and so are required to provide support in the environment most suited to the patients needs. This means that a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use is essential for this post.



On occasion there may also be a need to support patients outside of usual hours, although this is rare.



Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check . Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is 26.40 (standard) or 54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.



You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of 16 per year applies.



Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa .



Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa



A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.