Job Summary
Reablement - Empowering Independence
Were looking for a compassionate and skilled professional to join our team, supporting people in their journey to improved mobility, independence, and wellbeing.
In this role, youll work with a range of conditions, from neurological conditions like stroke and Parkinsons to musculoskeletal issues such as arthritis and fractures. Youll also support patients recovering after hospital discharge, working closely with our Reablement team to encourage mobility and maximise their potential.
Youll assess, treat, and manage patients, tailoring treatment plans to their individual needs and adjusting them as they progress. Your ability to communicate complex clinical information in a clear, supportive way will be essential, as will your ability to work with patients facing communication or cognitive challenges. Youll also play a key role in safeguarding, ensuring the highest standards of care and professional practice.
Main duties of the job
Youll assess, treat, and manage patients, tailoring treatment plans to their individual needs and adjusting them as they progress. Your ability to communicate complex clinical information in a clear, supportive way will be essential, as will your ability to work with patients facing communication or cognitive challenges. Youll also play a key role in safeguarding, ensuring the highest standards of care and professional practice.
Were looking for someone with a degree in physiotherapy, HCPC registration, and experience working with diverse and sometimes challenging client groups. Youll need excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to travel to patients homes and other care settings.
In return, we offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to truly change lives.
About Us
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
Date posted
21 March 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£38,626 to £40,476 a year £38,626 - £40,476 pro rata Hours per week: 18.5 hours
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
F0041-4328
Job locations
County Hall
Bythesea Rd
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JN
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Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please See The Job Description For All Details.
Support and assist the well-being of individuals and groups to assure their protection, security and development.
The overall responsibilities of the service/function are: As a physiotherapist, youll focus on identifying and maximising movement to improve the health and wellbeing of your patients.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the job description for all details.
Support and assist the well-being of individuals and groups to assure their protection, security and development.
The overall responsibilities of the service/function are: As a physiotherapist, youll focus on identifying and maximising movement to improve the health and wellbeing of your patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
- Please see the job description for all the details.
- Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent qualification (SCQF Level 9) recognised by the Chartered
- Society of Physiotherapy.
Desirable
- Please see the job description for all the details.
- Experience working within a range of settings including rehabilitation-based setting.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
- Please see the job description for all the details.
- Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent qualification (SCQF Level 9) recognised by the Chartered
- Society of Physiotherapy.
Desirable
- Please see the job description for all the details.
- Experience working within a range of settings including rehabilitation-based setting.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Wiltshire Council
Address
County Hall
Bythesea Rd
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JN
Employer's website
http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)