Job summary MSK Physiotherapy Services at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust are looking to recruit a full time dynamic and experienced physiotherapist to join our team as Clinical Lead in Spinal and Spinal Chronic Pain. The post-holder will manage a team of out-patient physiotherapy staff and play a key role in helping to shape out-patient spinal physiotherapy services in line with latest guidelines and provide support and training to the wider physiotherapy team. The ability to build relationships with other services involved in the care of patients with spinal conditions is essential. Our integrated MSK Service provides First Contact Practitioners to the Calderdale PCNs and the post holder will be expected to undertake some hours in an FCP capacity as part of their job plan. We seek an individual who is proactive, well organised and with strong communication and problem-solving skills. CHFT will offer support for training and development as required for this post. Interview date: 8th July 2025 Main duties of the job Main Tasks To perform highly specialist assessment and treatment of patients, in particular those with Chronic Pain, to facilitate a smooth, efficient and effective patient pathway To determine a clinical diagnosis, develop, deliver, implement, evaluate and modify individualised treatment programmes and/or provide highly specialist advice, ensuring appropriate pathways of care and communication via liaison and referral to other agencies as required. To manage own highly specialist caseload in this area. Establish relationships with other stakeholders and services involved in the care of chronic pain patients. To support and advise other chronic pain services, eg Pain Clinic, on the delivery of the service. To educate and train Physiotherapists and qualified and non-qualified healthcare / social services / education staff including medical staff. To work autonomously within Trust policies and standards of professional practice, maintaining accurate and comprehensive up to date records. To assist the Team Leader in the daily operational management of the Out-Patient Physiotherapy Team. About us We employ more than 6,500 staffwho deliver compassionate care from our two main hospitals,Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary as well as in community sites, healthcentres and in patients' homes. We also are incredibly proud to have almost 150 volunteers here at CHFT. We provide a range of services including urgent and emergency care; medical; surgical; maternity; gynaecology; critical care; children's and young people's services; end of life care and outpatient and diagnostic imaging services. We provide community health services, including sexual health services in Calderdale from Calderdale Royal and local health centres. These include Todmorden Health Centre and Broad Street Plaza. We continue to modernise and invest in our health services to build on our strong reputation.Foundation trusts are public leaders in improving quality in health services. They are part of the NHS- yet decisions about what they do and how they do it are driven by independent boards. Boardslisten to their Council of Governors and respond to the needs of their members - patients, staff andthe local community. Foundation trusts provide what the health service wants, yet are also free to invest quickly in thechanges to the local community needs, in striving to be the best, and in putting their patients first. Details Date posted 20 June 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 372-COM2527 Job locations Huddersfield Royal Infirmary Acre Street, Lindley Huddersfield HD3 3EA Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Duties To work within the Out-Patient Physiotherapy Service leading, co-ordinating and developing effective clinical interventions within the speciality of, but not exclusive to, Chronic Pain in order to advance clinical practice across the service in line with the current evidence base. To manage autonomously a clinical workload of patients/clients at a highly specialist level, assessing and treating patients and maintaining clinical records. To have highly specialist assessment and treatment skills in the areas listed but not limited to: o Physical rehabilitation through manual therapy o Physical rehabilitation through exercise and function o Physical rehabilitation through pain relief: could include acupuncture, injection therapy, electrotherapy etc. o Complex bio-psychosocial assessment of patients and carers o Cognitive and perceptual understanding of condition/person o Falls assessment To apply evidence based knowledge within the highly specialist clinical area. This knowledge will have been acquired through experience and academic study. To act as a resource to provide advice for relevant members of staff about the assessment, treatment, management and care of patients / clients who have Chronic Pain and/or complex psychosocial needs. To work collaboratively with other providers involved in the patients care including medical and surgical consultants, health and social care community and acute colleagues. To take a lead, and work with any appropriate member of staff to ensure effective care pathways and transfer of care/discharges. To proactively and appropriately facilitate a seamless transfer of care and continuing therapeutic management of physiotherapy outpatient patients between care settings. To work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary manner with any appropriate member of staff, being able to debate the blurring of boundaries if appropriate. To develop highly specialist programmes of assessment, treatment and intervention for physiotherapy patients in particular those with Chronic Pain. To manage and prioritise own clinical workload as appropriate, working efficiently to manage professional time and delegate according to the training and competency levels of other team members to ensure the effective delivery of the service. To participate in the supervision process with staff on a daily basis and for students as required. To ensure a high standard of patient care is provided including implementing and reviewing clinical standards relevant to the work undertaken. To provide highly specialist assessment and advice for the Calderdale and Huddersfield Health Economy. To use networks locally, regionally and nationally where appropriate in order to share information and good practice. Professional Duties To comply with and, along with the team leader, write, develop and implement protocols, procedures and guidelines both clinical and service specific. To give feedback on policies when required which may impact on the management and care of Out-Patient Physiotherapy Patients To participate in governance initiatives on a regular basis, measuring and evaluating individual and the Out-Patient Physiotherapy teams clinical practice, e.g. CPD, clinical effectiveness, clinical audit and service activity data and research and development. To ensure specialised treatments offered to patients/clients are based on the best available clinical evidence by keeping up to date with current literature, implementing research tools and liaising with other practitioners, both within and outside the service, in order to develop and maintain best practice. To be responsible for the issue and safe use of equipment used in your area of work and to adhere to the appropriate service policies. Along with the Team Leader/Advanced Practitioner generate, collect, analyse and disseminate data as required for the service, both manually and computerised. To lead, develop and actively undertake clinical audit, some of it complex. On a day to day basis, to support members of the physiotherapy and assistant team to enable them to meet their objectives and development needs. To assist the Team Leader/Advanced Practitioner to manage the performance of the physiotherapy and assistant staff. To identify, develop and evaluate a training programme for out-patient physiotherapy which addresses the needs of the physiotherapy service and the wider multi professional team as appropriate. To organise, participate and lead in-service training programmes, ensuring appropriate training is delivered. To undertake appropriate development opportunities as identified at yearly personal development reviews and through personal development plans. To incorporate acquired knowledge into working practice as appropriate, following discussion with peers. To disseminate information from training effectively to all appropriate members of staff. To participate in the Trusts supervision process and peer review and maintain an up to date CPD portfolio including evidence of experiential learning, reflective practice and any relevant training or experience. This should demonstrate responsibility for maintaining own competency to practice. To participate in the Trust appraisal process taking responsibility to comply with an agreed personal development plan. To give highly specialist advice, teaching and training to patients / clients, carers, volunteers and other health, educational and social care professionals, as appropriate to ensure provision of good patient care. To be responsible for the supervision and education of student physiotherapists to graduate level in the role of clinical educator. To be responsible for the supervision and education of students from other professional groups e.g. Nurses, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists in as required. To make links with HEI and be instrumental in influencing undergraduate and post graduate training within the field of Out-Patient Physiotherapy. Managerial Duties To support and advise on the delivery of the Out-Patient Physiotherapy service across the Calderdale and Huddersfield Health Economy. To provide the Team Leader/Advanced Practitioner with advice/information in the planning and development of the service and to identify and evaluate potential areas for service and quality improvement. In conjunction with the Team Leader ensure adequate staff cover within the team by agreeing annual leave, study leave, and report sickness absence to the Team Leader. To assist the Out-Patient Therapies Service Manager/Team Leader in achieving the service objectives. To actively participate in the professional development programme of the Physiotherapy service. To assist the Out-Patient Therapies Service Manager/Team Leader in the monitoring of professional, clinical and departmental standards and assist implementation of change as appropriate. To comply with the national, professional, Trust and service policies and procedures and to be involved in the reviewing and updating process as appropriate. To participate in the staff recruitment process and in issues of staff retention. Maintain confidentiality of all patient identifiable information in line with Trust policies relating to the Data Protection Act. Initiate discussions with the Team Leader about any circumstances that could prevent the post holder or other staff fulfilling the requirements of the job description. Work in accordance with all Trust policies and procedures. Attend induction and regular update training on risk management policies and procedures. Identify through risk assessment, any risks within their department or in the community during the delivery of their service. Provide incident reports and supporting documentation for any unexpected event or incident. To work with the Team Leader, assisting them in the management of complaints and incidents. Financial Duties To support the Locality Manager/ General Manager and Team Leader in helping identify ways in which we can best utilise staffing resources and financial resources within the Surgical and Orthopaedic Team Managing Self Participate in regular supervision. Attend all mandatory training. Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal. Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols. Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy. Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary. Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times. Ensure maintenance of Professional Registration. This job description is an outline only and is not definitive or restrictive in any way. It will be regularly reviewed and may be amended in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder. Undertake all such reasonable other duties as may be required as part of the role. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Duties To work within the Out-Patient Physiotherapy Service leading, co-ordinating and developing effective clinical interventions within the speciality of, but not exclusive to, Chronic Pain in order to advance clinical practice across the service in line with the current evidence base. To manage autonomously a clinical workload of patients/clients at a highly specialist level, assessing and treating patients and maintaining clinical records. To have highly specialist assessment and treatment skills in the areas listed but not limited to: o Physical rehabilitation through manual therapy o Physical rehabilitation through exercise and function o Physical rehabilitation through pain relief: could include acupuncture, injection therapy, electrotherapy etc. o Complex bio-psychosocial assessment of patients and carers o Cognitive and perceptual understanding of condition/person o Falls assessment To apply evidence based knowledge within the highly specialist clinical area. This knowledge will have been acquired through experience and academic study. To act as a resource to provide advice for relevant members of staff about the assessment, treatment, management and care of patients / clients who have Chronic Pain and/or complex psychosocial needs. To work collaboratively with other providers involved in the patients care including medical and surgical consultants, health and social care community and acute colleagues. To take a lead, and work with any appropriate member of staff to ensure effective care pathways and transfer of care/discharges. To proactively and appropriately facilitate a seamless transfer of care and continuing therapeutic management of physiotherapy outpatient patients between care settings. To work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary manner with any appropriate member of staff, being able to debate the blurring of boundaries if appropriate. To develop highly specialist programmes of assessment, treatment and intervention for physiotherapy patients in particular those with Chronic Pain. To manage and prioritise own clinical workload as appropriate, working efficiently to manage professional time and delegate according to the training and competency levels of other team members to ensure the effective delivery of the service. To participate in the supervision process with staff on a daily basis and for students as required. To ensure a high standard of patient care is provided including implementing and reviewing clinical standards relevant to the work undertaken. To provide highly specialist assessment and advice for the Calderdale and Huddersfield Health Economy. To use networks locally, regionally and nationally where appropriate in order to share information and good practice. Professional Duties To comply with and, along with the team leader, write, develop and implement protocols, procedures and guidelines both clinical and service specific. To give feedback on policies when required which may impact on the management and care of Out-Patient Physiotherapy Patients To participate in governance initiatives on a regular basis, measuring and evaluating individual and the Out-Patient Physiotherapy teams clinical practice, e.g. CPD, clinical effectiveness, clinical audit and service activity data and research and development. To ensure specialised treatments offered to patients/clients are based on the best available clinical evidence by keeping up to date with current literature, implementing research tools and liaising with other practitioners, both within and outside the service, in order to develop and maintain best practice. To be responsible for the issue and safe use of equipment used in your area of work and to adhere to the appropriate service policies. Along with the Team Leader/Advanced Practitioner generate, collect, analyse and disseminate data as required for the service, both manually and computerised. To lead, develop and actively undertake clinical audit, some of it complex. On a day to day basis, to support members of the physiotherapy and assistant team to enable them to meet their objectives and development needs. To assist the Team Leader/Advanced Practitioner to manage the performance of the physiotherapy and assistant staff. To identify, develop and evaluate a training programme for out-patient physiotherapy which addresses the needs of the physiotherapy service and the wider multi professional team as appropriate. To organise, participate and lead in-service training programmes, ensuring appropriate training is delivered. To undertake appropriate development opportunities as identified at yearly personal development reviews and through personal development plans. To incorporate acquired knowledge into working practice as appropriate, following discussion with peers. To disseminate information from training effectively to all appropriate members of staff. To participate in the Trusts supervision process and peer review and maintain an up to date CPD portfolio including evidence of experiential learning, reflective practice and any relevant training or experience. This should demonstrate responsibility for maintaining own competency to practice. To participate in the Trust appraisal process taking responsibility to comply with an agreed personal development plan. To give highly specialist advice, teaching and training to patients / clients, carers, volunteers and other health, educational and social care professionals, as appropriate to ensure provision of good patient care. To be responsible for the supervision and education of student physiotherapists to graduate level in the role of clinical educator. To be responsible for the supervision and education of students from other professional groups e.g. Nurses, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists in as required. To make links with HEI and be instrumental in influencing undergraduate and post graduate training within the field of Out-Patient Physiotherapy. Managerial Duties To support and advise on the delivery of the Out-Patient Physiotherapy service across the Calderdale and Huddersfield Health Economy. To provide the Team Leader/Advanced Practitioner with advice/information in the planning and development of the service and to identify and evaluate potential areas for service and quality improvement. In conjunction with the Team Leader ensure adequate staff cover within the team by agreeing annual leave, study leave, and report sickness absence to the Team Leader. To assist the Out-Patient Therapies Service Manager/Team Leader in achieving the service objectives. To actively participate in the professional development programme of the Physiotherapy service. To assist the Out-Patient Therapies Service Manager/Team Leader in the monitoring of professional, clinical and departmental standards and assist implementation of change as appropriate. To comply with the national, professional, Trust and service policies and procedures and to be involved in the reviewing and updating process as appropriate. To participate in the staff recruitment process and in issues of staff retention. Maintain confidentiality of all patient identifiable information in line with Trust policies relating to the Data Protection Act. Initiate discussions with the Team Leader about any circumstances that could prevent the post holder or other staff fulfilling the requirements of the job description. Work in accordance with all Trust policies and procedures. Attend induction and regular update training on risk management policies and procedures. Identify through risk assessment, any risks within their department or in the community during the delivery of their service. Provide incident reports and supporting documentation for any unexpected event or incident. To work with the Team Leader, assisting them in the management of complaints and incidents. Financial Duties To support the Locality Manager/ General Manager and Team Leader in helping identify ways in which we can best utilise staffing resources and financial resources within the Surgical and Orthopaedic Team Managing Self Participate in regular supervision. Attend all mandatory training. Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal. Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols. Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy. Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary. Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times. Ensure maintenance of Professional Registration. This job description is an outline only and is not definitive or restrictive in any way. It will be regularly reviewed and may be amended in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder. Undertake all such reasonable other duties as may be required as part of the role. Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING Essential Relevant Degree/Diploma Registered with HCPC Evidence of relevant post graduate training Desirable Clinical Educator Training Member of Professional Body Study to Masters level or equivalent Leadership Training KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE Essential Experience of managing patients with spinal conditions. Able to demonstrate mastery / fluency of one approach and a good understanding of alternative approaches. Excellent communication skills including talking and listening as well as being aware of non-verbal communication i.e. Motivational Interviewing/ADP Extensive experience and reflective practice in physiotherapy including substantial experience of treating complex conditions Significant NHS experience as a senior physiotherapist Ability to manage customer expectation e.g. dealing with complaints. Experience Developing Staff e.g. Supervision, PDR's Proven ability to manage clients with complex needs Ability to identify own learning needs and engage in self-directed learning for CPD Ability to identify learning needs of others. Demonstrate Reflective Practice and evidence of experiential learning Knowledge of relevant guidelines, NHS policies, local and national initiatives Relevant and comprehensive evidence of Life-Long Learning and post-graduation training. Experience in planning, allocating and delegating tasks Knowledge and use of the bio-psychosocial approach. Desirable Teaching/presentation skills. Knowledge and use of the bio-psychosocial approach. COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES) Essential Experience in contributing to service improvements. Critical Appraisal Skills. Demonstrates understanding of Documentation requirements. Attendance of relevant SIGs. Demonstrates positive attitudes and behaviours. Excellent time management skills. Proven clinical leadership skills. Ability to support and coach others in the management of complex cases. Self-motivation and ability to work independently and influence others. Ability to work in a stressful environment and concentrate in conditions requiring emotional demands. Ability to recognise own limitations and have a willingness to share and learn skills from others. Ability to prioritise own and others caseloads. Ability to pay excellent attention to detail. Desirable Ability to recognise stress in self and others and develop effective coping strategies. Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING Essential Relevant Degree/Diploma Registered with HCPC Evidence of relevant post graduate training Desirable Clinical Educator Training Member of Professional Body Study to Masters level or equivalent Leadership Training KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE Essential Experience of managing patients with spinal conditions. Able to demonstrate mastery / fluency of one approach and a good understanding of alternative approaches. Excellent communication skills including talking and listening as well as being aware of non-verbal communication i.e. Motivational Interviewing/ADP Extensive experience and reflective practice in physiotherapy including substantial experience of treating complex conditions Significant NHS experience as a senior physiotherapist Ability to manage customer expectation e.g. dealing with complaints. Experience Developing Staff e.g. Supervision, PDR's Proven ability to manage clients with complex needs Ability to identify own learning needs and engage in self-directed learning for CPD Ability to identify learning needs of others. Demonstrate Reflective Practice and evidence of experiential learning Knowledge of relevant guidelines, NHS policies, local and national initiatives Relevant and comprehensive evidence of Life-Long Learning and post-graduation training. Experience in planning, allocating and delegating tasks Knowledge and use of the bio-psychosocial approach. Desirable Teaching/presentation skills. Knowledge and use of the bio-psychosocial approach. COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES) Essential Experience in contributing to service improvements. Critical Appraisal Skills. Demonstrates understanding of Documentation requirements. Attendance of relevant SIGs. Demonstrates positive attitudes and behaviours. Excellent time management skills. Proven clinical leadership skills. Ability to support and coach others in the management of complex cases. Self-motivation and ability to work independently and influence others. Ability to work in a stressful environment and concentrate in conditions requiring emotional demands. Ability to recognise own limitations and have a willingness to share and learn skills from others. Ability to prioritise own and others caseloads. Ability to pay excellent attention to detail. Desirable Ability to recognise stress in self and others and develop effective coping strategies. 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. 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. 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 Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust Address Huddersfield Royal Infirmary Acre Street, Lindley Huddersfield HD3 3EA Employer's website https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust Address Huddersfield Royal Infirmary Acre Street, Lindley Huddersfield HD3 3EA Employer's website https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, Acre Street, Lindley, HD3 3EA Huddersfield, United Kingdom
