At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a passionate team delivering person-centred palliative and end-of-life care.
- Company: The Kirkwood, a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to specialist community care.
- Benefits: 27 days holiday, NHS pensions, low-cost meals, and employee assistance programme.
- Other info: Flexible working options available, including remote work.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: AHP qualification, leadership experience, and a passion for innovative healthcare.
The predicted salary is between 40286 - 53575 £ per year.
We are interested in recruiting Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and an AHP Lead to work across our clinical services. If you are passionate about delivering person-centred, holistic palliative and end of life care, have ambition and drive to develop exceptional levels of service, we would love to hear from you.
We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists looking to develop specialist skills in palliative and end of life care within a supportive, innovative interdisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to join an evolving service that gives clinicians time to care, build meaningful therapeutic relationships and deliver personalised care focused on what matters most to patients and those important to them.
We would particularly welcome clinicians with:
- Specialist knowledge or experience in moving and handling
- Expertise in respiratory clinical practice
- Physiotherapy Clinical Lead or advanced specialist experience
- A passion for innovation and interdisciplinary working
- A desire to shape community-based palliative and end of life care
Working with a skilled interdisciplinary team, you will develop expertise, support service development and help deliver outstanding outcomes for patients and families.
We are also seeking expressions of interest from an experienced, ambitious AHP for the role of Deputy Community Services Manager and AHP Lead. This key role will support the operational development and delivery of community services and provide professional leadership across the AHP workforce.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- A recognised AHP qualification and registration
- Proven leadership and people management experience
- Strong service development and improvement skills
- Experience leading change in healthcare services
- The ability to inspire, support and develop interdisciplinary teams
- Commitment to excellence in palliative and end of life care
This is an opportunity for an established leader to make a significant impact and help develop innovative community services within a forward-thinking organisation.
As an employee, you will be offered a range of benefits, including 27 days holiday (pro rata for part time staff), access to our Employee Assistance Programme, high-quality, low-cost meals at our Dalton site and complementary therapies. NHS Pensions are also transferable for those already contributing.
The Kirkwood provides specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees with advanced, progressive illnesses at any time from diagnosis to the end of life, respecting their individual needs and wishes. Care and support are also provided for their family members, friends, and carers, both during the illness and after death. Through education, training, and partnership with others, we improve care for everyone affected by a life limiting illness.
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
If you are an experienced Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or AHP leader seeking your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. Join us and help shape specialist community palliative and end of life care, where clinicians are empowered to make a difference every day.
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Elspeth McGloughlin: Elspeth.mcgloughlin@thekirkwood.org.uk
AHP Roles employer: National health service
The London Ambulance Service NHS Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises patient safety and service improvement. With a strong commitment to employee development, including leadership training and apprenticeship programmes, staff are empowered to grow their skills while contributing to the health of London. The Trust's inclusive culture and focus on quality management ensure that employees feel valued and supported in their vital roles.
