NHS

Senior Community Physiotherapist Eden ICC


Pay37,338.00 - 44,962.00 / year
LocationPenrith/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: C9262-25-0511?language=en&page=918&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      NEW and exciting opportunity to work on the Eden unit and within the community for Eden ICC!!

      37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend and bank holiday cover outside normal working hours. Full time preferred, but part time hours will be considered.

      A unique opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated band 6 Physiotherapist to join the Eden ICC team where you will be working on the ward at the Eden Unit and within the community rehabilitation service. We are a fast paced and dynamic service providing a rapid response element including discharge facilitation, alongside providing rehabilitation across Eden ICC.

      Where else can you enjoy one of the most beautiful areas of the UK around the edge of the Lake District whilst you work?!

      Eden ICC provides admission prevention, supported discharge, specialist assessment and rehabilitation for patients with a wide range of long and short-term conditions. We work closely with our health and social care colleagues for care and advice.

      The successful candidate will need to be dynamic and able to demonstrate excellent assessment and communication skills as well as good team working.

      Main duties of the job

      Main duties

      Eden ICC demonstrates fantastic multidisciplinary team working by supporting D2A's (Discharge to Assess) and providing rehabilitation alongside rapid response care. You will work particularly with frailty patients, those who are at risk of or who have fallen and patients with long term conditions.

      You will need to have excellent communication skills, be able to demonstrate the ability to work in challenging environments and be committed to working autonomously, providing evidence based assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.

      This post offers the chance to develop clinical, supervisory and managerial skills. We support the education of physiotherapy students from local Universities, and you should be able to demonstrate commitment to your own and other's professional development.

      We work closely with Commissioners, GPs, Acute Services, Community hospitals, CHOC, Cumbria County Council Adult Social Care and third sector organisations. A key focus is to provide care in patient's own homes to prevent hospital admissions, facilitate early discharge and where possible to enable patients to manage their own conditions and remain in their own homes, enhancing both their independence and quality of life.

      Patients can be seen as in-patients (in Community Hospital beds) but the majority of work is based in patient's own homes (including residential and nursing homes).

      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.

      Date posted

      16 April 2025

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 6

      Salary

      £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum pro rata

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time, Part-time

      Reference number

      262-A-24-6808105-C

      Job locations

      Eden CRS, Lonsdale Unit

      Penrith Hospital, Bridge Lane,

      Penrith, Cumbria

      CA11 8HX


      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.

      Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.

      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: helpline@nacro.org.uk

      Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website

      Please note the cost of the DBS check is increasing from 2nd December and the new cost will be

      Standard DBS check £21.50, Enhanced DBS check £49.50 + any admin costs.

      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.

      Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.

      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: helpline@nacro.org.uk

      Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website

      Please note the cost of the DBS check is increasing from 2nd December and the new cost will be

      Standard DBS check £21.50, Enhanced DBS check £49.50 + any admin costs.

      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

      Experience

      Essential

      • Completion of core junior rotations (Respiratory/neurological/musculo-skeletal/elderly care)
      • Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
      • Experience of working within the NHS

      Desirable

      • Previous experience of working at a Band 6 level
      • Experience of working within a community setting.
      • Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
      • Teaching / Mentoring of healthcare professionals

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • CSP recognised Degree/Diploma or equivalent in Physiotherapy
      • HCPC registered

      Desirable

      • Evidence of attendance at relevant post graduate courses
      • Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

      Knowledge

      Essential

      • Good Knowledge of Evidence Based Clinical Practice within Rehabilitation
      • Good Knowledge of Continuing Professional Development/Lifelong Learning
      • Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance including Risk Management
      • Understanding of Professional Code of Conduct and confidentiality
      • Knowledge of key NHS drivers for change and implications for Physiotherapy services

      Desirable

      • Knowledge of management of patients with long-term conditions and falls
      • Knowledge of clinical audit and outcome measures, and their use in service improvement

      Skills & Aptitudes

      Essential

      • Ability to communicate effectively
      • Ability to work as part of a team
      • Good organisational and time management skills
      • Ability to organise workload of self and others
      • Ability to motivate self and others
      • Relevant practical physiotherapy skills
      • The post holder needs good IT skills, the ability to input data, communicate via email and search for evidence based practice. The post holder will be able to manage the trusts computer systems following induction training.

      Personal Circumstances

      Essential

      • Patient focused
      • Flexible
      • Reliable
      • Friendly and approachable
      • Able to travel independently, (and at times) transport patients and /or equipment across the locality
      • Able to work 7 days per week doing a variety of shifts between 8am-8pm.

      Other Requirements

      Essential

      • Take an active part in training for personal and professional development
      • Willing to actively take part in training of others
      • Must have full clean UK driving licence and access to own transport, including business insurance.
      Person Specification

      Experience

      Essential

      • Completion of core junior rotations (Respiratory/neurological/musculo-skeletal/elderly care)
      • Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
      • Experience of working within the NHS

      Desirable

      • Previous experience of working at a Band 6 level
      • Experience of working within a community setting.
      • Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
      • Teaching / Mentoring of healthcare professionals

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • CSP recognised Degree/Diploma or equivalent in Physiotherapy
      • HCPC registered

      Desirable

      • Evidence of attendance at relevant post graduate courses
      • Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

      Knowledge

      Essential

      • Good Knowledge of Evidence Based Clinical Practice within Rehabilitation
      • Good Knowledge of Continuing Professional Development/Lifelong Learning
      • Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance including Risk Management
      • Understanding of Professional Code of Conduct and confidentiality
      • Knowledge of key NHS drivers for change and implications for Physiotherapy services

      Desirable

      • Knowledge of management of patients with long-term conditions and falls
      • Knowledge of clinical audit and outcome measures, and their use in service improvement

      Skills & Aptitudes

      Essential

      • Ability to communicate effectively
      • Ability to work as part of a team
      • Good organisational and time management skills
      • Ability to organise workload of self and others
      • Ability to motivate self and others
      • Relevant practical physiotherapy skills
      • The post holder needs good IT skills, the ability to input data, communicate via email and search for evidence based practice. The post holder will be able to manage the trusts computer systems following induction training.

      Personal Circumstances

      Essential

      • Patient focused
      • Flexible
      • Reliable
      • Friendly and approachable
      • Able to travel independently, (and at times) transport patients and /or equipment across the locality
      • Able to work 7 days per week doing a variety of shifts between 8am-8pm.

      Other Requirements

      Essential

      • Take an active part in training for personal and professional development
      • Willing to actively take part in training of others
      • Must have full clean UK driving licence and access to own transport, including business insurance.

      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

      Eden CRS, Lonsdale Unit

      Penrith Hospital, Bridge Lane,

      Penrith, Cumbria

      CA11 8HX


      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

      Eden CRS, Lonsdale Unit

      Penrith Hospital, Bridge Lane,

      Penrith, Cumbria

      CA11 8HX


      Employer's website

      https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  • About the company

      National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.