Band 8a Hand Therapy and Pelvic Health Team Lead

Band 8a Hand Therapy and Pelvic Health Team Lead

Main area BHRUT Therapies Grade Band 8a Contract Permanent Hours Full time – 37.5 hours per week Job ref 162-7531-CCS

Site Queen\’s Hospital, Town Romford Salary £61,631 – £68,623 Per Annum Closing 22/01/2026 23:59

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust as a senior Hand Therapist, providing clinical and operational leadership for the Hand Therapy service alongside operational leadership for the Pelvic Health Therapy team. Serving three diverse London boroughs, we are committed to delivering inclusive, high‑quality, patient‑centred care and are seeking an experienced clinician to help shape and develop these services.

In this role, you will clinically lead the Hand Therapy team, delivering expert, evidence‑based care and supporting professional development, while also holding operational and line management responsibility for the Pelvic Health Therapy service. Working closely with a diverse multidisciplinary team, you will embody the Trust’s PRIDE values, fostering an inclusive environment where different perspectives are valued and high standards of care are maintained.

We welcome applications from HCPC‑registered Physiotherapists or Occupational Therapists with significant experience in hand therapy and leadership.

Join us in making a positive impact on pelvic health for patients across three diverse London boroughs.

This is a patient facing role.
For further information please contact Rebecca Coughlan via email rebecca.coughlan@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

To provide expert clinical leadership in the assessment, treatment, and management of patients within the Hand Therapy outpatient service, maximising patient outcomes within service boundaries.

To offer specialist guidance and advice to members of the MDT and external professionals (e.g., GPs) on matters relating to Hand Therapy care.

Provide leadership for the physiotherapy team, in consultation with the Line Manager, in planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the physiotherapy service provided to neuromusculoskeletal out‑patients.

To provide a leading role in teaching, supervising and appraising peers, band 7s, 6s, 5s, physiotherapy assistant and Student Physiotherapists.

To deliver highly specialised care for complex Hand Therapy patients, including advanced clinical assessment and interventions where appropriate.

Support the Therapy Manager in developing the Hand Therapy and Pelvic Health services and contributing to clinical innovation and service improvement initiatives.

Deputise in the absence of the Therapy Manager as required in outpatient clinics.

Deputise in the absence of the Therapy Manager as required in other areas e.g. reception and admin team.

To evaluate the day to day running and initiate the development of the Hand Therapy and Pelvic Health outpatient services through the promotion, adaptation and development of policies, procedures and clinical guidelines using evidence‑based practise and current research and recommend and implement changes.

Person specification

Education / Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy
• MSc in related area or equivalent experience
• H.C.P.C. Registration
• Professional membership – CSP/RCOT
• Leadership training

Experience / Knowledge

We believe that providing the highest quality of care is about having the best people, inspired and supported by the best leaders, and backed by the best training and career development opportunities. Our vision is to provide outstanding healthcare to our community, delivered with pride.

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults is central to the care provided by our Trust and the post holder must be aware of their responsibilities and work in line with our Trust’s Safeguarding Adult and Children Procedures.

All salaries are inclusive of standard allowances e.g. High Cost Area for staff on Agenda for Change contracts.

We are an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community and welcomes applications from people wishing to job‑share, either with or without a partner. Applicants who consider themselves to have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria. We also operate strict screening procedures for posts with access to vulnerable adults and children.

How to apply

Applications should be made online. For queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Pubudu Chandrasekera, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5110.

Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Contact

Rebecca Coughlan – manager – rebecca.coughlan@nhs.net

Legal and regulatory information

In line with UKVI guidelines BHRUT is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship for Band 2 or Band 3 positions.

We may close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received and to support with streamlining the recruitment process.

Unfortunately due to the large number of applications that the Trust receives for some posts, it is not possible to reply to every unsuccessful application.

If you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date of an advert, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Smoke‑free environment

Trust buildings and grounds became fully Smoke Free on National No Smoking Day 11th March 2015. The Trust expects all staff to promote healthy living and to set good examples in their own behaviour. Those not ready to quit smoking must remain smoke free during working hours and cannot smoke in Trust uniform, on Trust grounds or while driving on Trust business. Second‑hand smoke causes heart and lung disease and is harmful to young children. Disposable or rechargeable e‑cigarettes (“vaping”) may be used outside hospital buildings.

Employment act notice

Applicants who consider themselves to have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria. We also operate strict screening procedures for posts with access to vulnerable adults and children.

Apply now

There’s never been a better time to join the team. Apply online now. We have a wide range of flexible, temporary and part‑time opportunities.