Job Summary
Maternity Cover 12 months fix term /Secondment Opportunity
Are you passionate about supporting, training and developing the new and existing Physiotherapy workforce in North Cumbria?
We are looking for an Physiotherapist with expert clinical knowledge and experience to deliver high quality training, education and clinical support within a diverse and clinically-led organisation spanning Acute and Community services.
You will be pivotal in the progress of a range of Physiotherapy staff including preceptees, support workers, apprentices and development roles as well as being an expert point of contact on all matters related to career pathways for Physiotherapy staff.
You will be part of a growing AHP educator team and this role will be led by the Head of Physiotherapy. You will be supported with dedicated supervision and encouraged to develop your skills and knowledge across the Four Pillars of Practice.
The post requires someone who is motivated, well-organised and has excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire others.
Main duties of the job
Act as a clinical role model, working collaboratively to develop and deliver an ongoing programme of training and education for Physiotherapy new recruits and developing support staff across the trust.
Be responsible for delivering a comprehensive orientation and induction programme for new recruits within the Physiotherapy department.
Be a clinical expert within Physiotherapy and provide "hands on" supervision of staff in clinical practice to promote the acquisition of new skills and knowledge.
Pivotal in the progress of a range of Physiotherapy staff including preceptees, support workers, apprentices and development roles as well as being an expert point of contact on all matters related to career pathways for Physiotherapy staff.
Contribute to the development of departmental policies, guidelines and scope of practice.
Undertake audits and reviews of practice and policies within the trust.
About Us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
Being a clinically led organisation
Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
A positive patient experience every time
A great place to work
Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Details
Date posted
12 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
262-A-25-7251547
Job locations
West Cumberland Hospital / Cumberland Infirmary
Whitehaven / Carlisle
CA28 8JG
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
- Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
- If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Important Information
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following:
- Junk Mail is checked regularly
Disclosure And Barring Service:
On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect.
The Changes Mean That:
- youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure
- the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed.
If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so.
Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email:
Unlock Tel: 01634 247350,
email or complete the online form on the Unlock website
The Trust Is Committed To Safeguarding Adults And Children Therefore If The Post Is Subject To The Rehabilitation Of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as Amended) The Successful Candidate(s) Will Be Subject To a Criminal Records Check With The Disclosure And Barring Service (DBS). The Cost Of The DBS Must Be Met By The Successful Candidate(s) Through Salary Deduction. DBS Charges Are As Follows
if Applicable To The Post:
Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits.
A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable.
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
Excellent opportunities for development
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies
EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
These schemes are subject to availability
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
- Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
- If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Important Information
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following:
- Junk Mail is checked regularly
The Trust Is Committed To Safeguarding Adults And Children Therefore If The Post Is Subject To The Rehabilitation Of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as Amended) The Successful Candidate(s) Will Be Subject To a Criminal Records Check With The Disclosure And Barring Service (DBS). The Cost Of The DBS Must Be Met By The Successful Candidate(s) Through Salary Deduction. DBS Charges Are As Follows
if Applicable To The Post:
Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits.
A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable.
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
Excellent opportunities for development
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies
EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
These schemes are subject to availability
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant post graduate experience working at Agenda for Change Band 6/7 in an area of physiotherapy
- Delivery of formal informal teaching programmes or of supporting training others
- Experience of supporting newly qualified health care professionals in a clinical setting
- Contributing to the development of departmental policies/standard operating procedures
- Mentoring; and setting learning objectives.
- Monitoring and setting standards
- Contributing to the development of departmental policies/standard operating procedures
- Providing clinical supervision to team members
- Continuing professional development with portfolio
- Knowledge of preceptorship framework, risk systems and competency frameworks
- A sound understanding of current HEE national frameworks to support career development
Desirable
- Evidence of developing e learning programmes/ or training packages
- Data collection and audit
- Change management experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional knowledge acquired through Physiotherapy degree supplemented by further training, short specialist courses, to master's equivalent level
- HCPC registered
- Mentorship qualification or completion of practice educator preparation course
- Teaching certificate or equivalent experience or willingness to work toward.
Desirable
- Leadership certificate or equivalent
- Post graduate study in relevant field
Skills & aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent presentation, facilitation and coaching skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Record keeping and report writing
- Ability to motivate team working
- Ability to work independently using initiative appropriately
- Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care
- Leadership skills
Desirable
- Project Development skills
- Change management skills.
Pesonal Circumstances
Essential
- Motivation
- Enthusiasm
- Commitment to lifelong learning
Essential
Other Requirements
- Driving Licence and able to travel across North Cumbria
- Ability to work flexibly and across sites to meet the demands of the job role including 7 day working, extended hours and bank holidays as required
- Promote equality and value diversity (Level 3)
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Driving Licence and able to travel across North Cumbria
- Ability to work flexibly and across sites to meet the demands of the job role including 7 day working, extended hours and bank holidays as required
- Promote equality and value diversity (Level 3)
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Cumberland Hospital / Cumberland Infirmary
Whitehaven / Carlisle
CA28 8JG
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Cumberland Hospital / Cumberland Infirmary
Whitehaven / Carlisle
CA28 8JG
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
