Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Successful applicants will be part of an enthusiastic, patient focused team caring for patients in the community while working collaboratively with GPs, acute hospitals, Social care, Hospices and other third sector organisations. We have a well-established structure for clinical supervision and in service training; this will provide you with fantastic opportunities to enhance your existing knowledge and skills. We will also support your clinical work and professional development.
A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).
Previous experience of working in the NHS is essential for this role.
Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential criteria

• Physiotherapy degree or equivalent
• Registered HCPC member
• Documented evidence of professional development

Desirable criteria

• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences

Experience and Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Experience of working within a team and independently
• Understanding of clinical governance and its implications
• Experience of working within a health care setting
• Experience of teaching others
• Experience of working as an autonomous practitioner

Desirable criteria

• Post-graduate experience in health & rehab
• Experience in research or audit
• Experience of working in the community setting

Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria

• Established communication and documentation skills
• Prioritisation and organisational skills
• Competent IT skills
• To be able to cope with emotional situations

Desirable criteria

• Experience of virtual assessments or clinics

Other requirements

Essential criteria

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

We will communicate any interview arrangements with applicants via e-mail so it is advisable that you check the email address you give on your application on a regular basis.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
In submitting an application form, you authorise Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record Inter Authority Transfer process should you be appointed to the post.
Applications from qualified job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications, subject to you meeting minimum criteria of the role and salary threshold. Please visit the Apply website for detail.