Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated, determined and enthusiastic Physiotherapist to join our Orthopaedic Team here at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. The post holder will provide specialist advice, assessment and treatments to a range of orthopaedic patients. Excellent problem solving and communication skills are essential. With a dynamic 'can do' approach, you will have the opportunity to positively participate in a forever changing and busy environment. With the aim of up-skilling staff, supervision, support and training will be part of your role. The Therapy service at CTMUHB is an expanding, forward thinking and highly regarded service and this post offers excellent personal and professional development opportunities within an established and supportive team. Main duties of the job To provide a high standard of physiotherapy service to trauma and orthopedic patients; using best current evidence based clinical management. To work with consultants and other health care professionals, committed to enhancing the services and provisions of others. To work within a variety of settings, to plan and organise own caseload, balancing other patient related and professional demands in order that the physiotherapy case load meets the University Health Board objectives. Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. About us Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers. Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities. CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life. Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily: o We listen, learn, and improve o We treat everyone with respect o We work together as one team CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development. At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes. Details Date posted 31 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 110-AHP096-0725 Job locations Prince Charles Hospital Forsythia Close Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DT Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Experience Essential To have gained full experience within the core Band 5 rotations, including respiratory/critical care, trauma, orthopaedics, neurology, general medicine, MSK outpatients Desirable Recent completion of validated clinical educator's course Skills Essential Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Desirable Evidence of attendance on appropriate courses to enhance specialist T&O, MSK knowledge and skills Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above Knowledge Essential Knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards (national and local) Desirable NICE guidelines relevant to area of work Person Specification Experience Essential To have gained full experience within the core Band 5 rotations, including respiratory/critical care, trauma, orthopaedics, neurology, general medicine, MSK outpatients Desirable Recent completion of validated clinical educator's course Skills Essential Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Desirable Evidence of attendance on appropriate courses to enhance specialist T&O, MSK knowledge and skills Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above Knowledge Essential Knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards (national and local) Desirable NICE guidelines relevant to area of work 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 Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Address Prince Charles Hospital Forsythia Close Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DT Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Address Prince Charles Hospital Forsythia Close Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DT Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Prince Charles Hospital, Forsythia Close, CF47 9DT Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom