Job overview

Main duties of the job

Demonstrate flexibility, good communication skills and ability to work as a team member.

The ability to travel efficiently across the geographical area covered by NELFT is essential.

To prioritise workload, delegate and to supervise junior staff, support staff and students, to aid provision of high standards of patient care.

To work as an autonomous practitioner in the community, liaising closely with other members of the team, and other services as appropriate.

To carry out specialised Physiotherapy assessments and interventions for patients with complex needs.

To establish, evaluate and modify appropriate treatment plans, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary.

Managing a caseload of patients using evidence based practice, the principles of Physiotherapy and patient centred practice.

To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for patients with multiple conditions in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of treatment

Working for our organisation

Starting with NELFT
NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focusing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.

Probationary Period

This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary  period or currently a bank member of staff). 

High Cost Area Supplement - London

This post attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,551 and a maximum payment of £5,735 per annum pro rata).

Certificates of Sponsorship

Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points based system.