Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust
Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist
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Specialist Children's Physiotherapist – 16 hours/week term time only
There is flexibility on the days these hours can be worked, however, Wednesdays must be a working day.
About the Role
The Therapies in Schools (TIS) team are based in 11 special schools across West Sussex. The team works alongside existing NHS Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services and enables schools, families, and therapists to work in partnership to deliver life learning opportunities that blend the child's educational aspirations with their therapeutic needs. TIS Physiotherapists work with children and young people and their school staff to aim for optimal postural management throughout the school day, to provide programmes and work with children and young people in the pool and to support Rebound Therapy in schools.
Important Notice
Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.
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Main Tasks
- Undertake work alongside school staff for agreed caseload.
- Work as part of the multi-disciplinary teams to improve further the integrated holistic and child-centred approach of the allocated special schools.
- Increase confidence and skills of school-based education staff to deliver physiotherapy programmes.
- Increase parental confidence in the quality of provision provided within the schools.
- Deliver large scale and bespoke training to educational staff, parents, and carers.
About Us
We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.
Our Vision
To provide excellent care at the heart of the community.
Why Work for Us?
- Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing.
- Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex.
- Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement.
- Excellent training, development, and research opportunities.
- Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton.
- Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks.
- Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust.
- Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast.
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Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
Application
This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.
Contact
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Esther Larsson
- Job Title: Operational Team Lead
- Email Address: esther.larsson2@nhs.net
- Telephone Number: 01903 708878
Please email esther.larsson2@nhs.net for further information.
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