Community Physiotherapist in Hengoed

Job summary

Are you a motivated Physiotherapist looking to develop your skills in a supportive community setting? We are seeking an experienced (significant experience) Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our Community Resource Team in Caerphilly for a 6-month fixed-term post. You will assess and treat adults in their own homes, supporting independence and providing rehabilitation. You will gain experience across a wide range of conditions including musculoskeletal, neurological and will gain experience working within the falls team. This is not a rotational post, however as the conditions within the community are varied you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge. The role offers regular supervision, learning opportunities, and support for continued professional development.

Main duties of the job

The Physiotherapist (non-rotational) works in a specific clinical area and participates as a member of the physiotherapy team managing a clinical caseload with the support and guidance of senior clinicians. The post holder, with senior support, will consolidate their undergraduate clinical education and develop their independent clinical practice. The post holder will contribute to implementing changes in their own clinical area to improve patient care and efficiency of service delivery. They will contribute to audit and may also participate in research activities. This post is until end of March 2027 due to funding. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement. Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another. We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• Registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Desirable

• MCSP

Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience at undergraduate level

Desirable

• Previous additional experience in a NHS and/or social care environment
• Experience of leading an in-service training session while on student placement
• Previous Band 5 post
• Experience in relevant speciality

Skills

Essential

• The ability to discuss the clinical reasoning process in the management of routine cases in the relevant speciality
• The ability to identify and act upon adverse clinical signs
• Good communication skills both verbal and written when interacting with members of the team, other professionals, patients and their families
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Evidence of initiative
• Good time management
• Demonstrate the ability to discuss the ethos of clinical governance and it's relevance in physiotherapy practice

Desirable

• The ability to demonstrate an understanding of the NHS and the challenges facing the physiotherapy service
• Awareness of relevant national and local clinical guidelines
• Commitment to research
• Commitment to participating in clinical auditIT Literate
• The ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn.

Other

Essential

• The physical ability to perform and cope with all aspects of manual handling as demanded by the job role
• The ability to adapt to changes in work routine
• Available for on-call, weekend, bank holiday and seven day working rotas where clinically appropriate
• The ability to travel between sites within the Health Board or patients' residences in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the post

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.

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").

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website ("opens in a new window").

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