Community Physiotherapist in Paignton

Main area Physiotherapist Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Part time – 30 hours per week (Over 8.30-4.30pm over 4 or 5 days. Sat and Sun on rota basis) Job ref 388-7521025-FC&I

Employer Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Kings Ash House Town Paignton Salary £38,682 – £46,580 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 27/11/2025 23:59

Community Physiotherapist

NHS AfC: Band 6

Job overview

Are you looking for your next physiotherapy challenge with sea views and supportive colleagues?

Come and join our Paignton & Brixham Community Physio team, where you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll discover a lifestyle, a community, and a team that values you.

We’re looking for a dynamic and HCPC-registered Physiotherapist to join our friendly, supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a forward-thinking environment where you can make a real difference to patients\’ lives.

Main duties of the job

This is a fantastic opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy across a range of community settings. You’ll work autonomously and as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, which includes nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, dietitians, and more.

Your day-to-day will include:

· Providing expert care in patients’ homes and care homes.

· Managing your own caseload across varied and often complex conditions.

· Working closely with GPs and wider healthcare professionals to prevent hospital admissions and support early discharges.

This role involves working across the community team and also as part of the Therapy team in Brixham hospital.

You will also be expected to help support the IC weekend rota & the Brixham hospital bank holiday rota at times.

Please do spend some time learning more about us via the following link above.

· Our Physiotherapy team is committed to supporting your professional and personal growth. We offer career development conversations, clinical supervision, and access to CPD opportunities to help you thrive

· We are a sociable & supportive Team: We’re a genuinely friendly group who love what we do. You’ll find open communication, clinical support, and people who lift each other up.

· Great Work-Life Balance: With nature on your doorstep, you’ll enjoy the chance to unwind after work with beach walks, paddleboarding, or just soaking in the views.

· Career Growth: You’ll access strong professional development support, in-service training, and opportunities to supervise and mentor junior staff and students.

· Integrated Working: Experience true multi-disciplinary collaboration that helps deliver holistic care to our community.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the Job description and Personal Specifications for full details.

We are looking for:

· HCPC-registered physiotherapist with relevant NHS or equivalent experience

· Broad clinical experience including MSK, neuro, respiratory and elderly care

· Able to work independently and manage risk, including lone working in the community

· Someone who thrives in a fast-paced but friendly environment

· A driver with access to a vehicle for community visits

If you’re excited about this role and the lifestyle it offers, we’d love to hear from you. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact us — we’d be delighted to show you around!

Apply today and take the next step in your career journey with us at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust!

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
• State registration – current HCPC certificate
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field
• Experience within the NHS including experience as a junior in a broad rotational post covering a range of experience in orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions
• Post graduate training/experience in rehabilitation and elderly care

Knowledge and Skills

• Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly
• Knowledge of the relevant NSFs and clinical guidelines
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistant/technical instructors/support workers
• Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment
• Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings
• Experience of primary care rehabilitation
• Knowledge of the safeguarding adults process

Specific Skills

• An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and participation in research and audit.
• Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and adult social care.

You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.

If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
• Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
• Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
• Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
• Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
• If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
• It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.

The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Rachel Steer Job title Paignton & Brixham Community Physio Lead Email address rachel.steer@nhs.net Telephone number 01803 697314