Band 6 Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist

We are seeking a motivated band 6 specialist therapist to join our dynamic acute therapy team, providing specialist assessment and intervention across the Emergency Department (ED) OPAL unit (older persons assessment and liaison) and the short stay wards.

This is an exciting role for an autonomous clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting timely decision-making, preventing unnecessary admissions, and facilitating safe, patient-centred discharges.

The successful candidate will have a range of responsibilities, including:

• Developing specialist clinical skills, knowledge, and experience through practice in different areas of the Emergency Department, Medical Assessment Unit, Short Stay Assessment Unit, and Frailty Unit
• Contributing to in-service training sessions and specialist Personal Development as identified in Personal Development Plan
• Maintaining personal professional status by ensuring compliance with relevant professional body requirements for periodic registration
• Exercising professional accountability as guided by the relevant professional body and maintained in accordance with department and Trust policies
• Assisting in the planning and delivery of departmental training and education sessions
• Maintaining effective communication links with patients, carers, and all other members of the MDT regarding patient condition
• Supervising Band 5 physiotherapist/occupational therapist on rotation and assisting in maintaining physiotherapy/occupational therapy/generic assistants' competency
• Being responsible for the clinical education and practice of Physiotherapy Undergraduates accepted on clinical placement

The Trust offers development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing.

Job details:

• Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 per year
• Contract: Fixed term for 9 months
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Closing date: 24 November 2026