Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced physiotherapist/FCP to join our friendly Team in East Cheshire, within Primary Care, based at Park Green Surgery. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic physiotherapist with proven experience in the assessment and treatment of patients within FCP clinics. This role is fixed term for 9 months, 25 hours per week Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents. Main duties of the job Provide clinical expertise, acting as first-contact physiotherapist and making decisions about the best course of action for patients' care (including in relation to undifferentiated conditions). This will involve seeing patients, without prior contact with their GP, in order to establish a rapid and accurate diagnosis and management plan. Progress and request investigations to facilitate diagnosis and choice of treatment regime, understanding the information limitations derived from these and the relative sensitivity and specificity of particular tests diagnostic services such as x-rays and blood test, and interpret and act on results to aid diagnosis and the management plans of patients. Deliver programmes of supported patient self-management, in ways that facilitate behavioural change, optimise individuals' physical activity, mobility, fulfilment of personal goals and independence, and that minimise the need for pharmacological interventions To maintain and develop links with the wider multi-disciplinary team to support and improve Musculoskeletal patient pathway About us It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve. COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring. Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert. Details Date posted 12 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 9 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 209-A-25-7181007 Job locations Park Green Surgery Waters Green Medical Centre, Sunderland Street Macclesfield SK11 6JL Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration Relevant professional degree /diploma / MSc pre-registration Level 7 FCP module(s) or equivalent portfolio to demonstrate knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet stage 1 of FCP Roadmap FCP roadmap Stage 2 sign off within primary care for (or willingness to complete) Clinical Educator training Knowledge Essential Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area. Detailed awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in the specialist area Desirable Working towards advanced clinical practitioner status Cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills Skills Essential oAble to understand and analyse complex issues and balance competing priorities in order to make difficult clinical decisions. oAbility to demonstrate leadership when introducing change oHighly advanced communication and listening skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information oExcellent interpersonal and organisational skills oAbility to make appropriate decisions at all levels oAudit skills oAbility to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads - able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated oAbility to work autonomously and as part of team oAbility to work under pressure oProactive, takes own initiative oSupportive team member oDemonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered Desirable oEvidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively. oAbility to negotiate effectively within the MDT or across a range of services/providers oHigh degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility oAbility to cope with unpredictable situations oConfident in facilitating and challenging others Experience Essential oExperience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of highly specialised MSK treatment oExperience of contributing to and service delivery/evolving evidence led practice and delivery in a changing environment oExperience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders/ providing leadership within the MSK pathway oExperience of planning and completing audit & research. oExperience of teaching and mentoring of staff. oExperience of undertaking projects Desirable oPrevious supervisory experience oExperience of working within a primary care setting oEvidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care Specific Role Requirement Essential oCompletion of IRMER training, and experience requesting and acting upon relevant diagnostic testing e.g., imaging and bloods oCommitment to specialism as evidenced by CPD Desirable oMembership of a relevant professional body & related specialist sub-groups Other Role Requiremetns Essential Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration Relevant professional degree /diploma / MSc pre-registration Level 7 FCP module(s) or equivalent portfolio to demonstrate knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet stage 1 of FCP Roadmap FCP roadmap Stage 2 sign off within primary care for (or willingness to complete) Clinical Educator training Knowledge Essential Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area. Detailed awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in the specialist area Desirable Working towards advanced clinical practitioner status Cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills Skills Essential oAble to understand and analyse complex issues and balance competing priorities in order to make difficult clinical decisions. oAbility to demonstrate leadership when introducing change oHighly advanced communication and listening skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information oExcellent interpersonal and organisational skills oAbility to make appropriate decisions at all levels oAudit skills oAbility to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads - able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated oAbility to work autonomously and as part of team oAbility to work under pressure oProactive, takes own initiative oSupportive team member oDemonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered Desirable oEvidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively. oAbility to negotiate effectively within the MDT or across a range of services/providers oHigh degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility oAbility to cope with unpredictable situations oConfident in facilitating and challenging others Experience Essential oExperience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of highly specialised MSK treatment oExperience of contributing to and service delivery/evolving evidence led practice and delivery in a changing environment oExperience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders/ providing leadership within the MSK pathway oExperience of planning and completing audit & research. oExperience of teaching and mentoring of staff. oExperience of undertaking projects Desirable oPrevious supervisory experience oExperience of working within a primary care setting oEvidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care Specific Role Requirement Essential oCompletion of IRMER training, and experience requesting and acting upon relevant diagnostic testing e.g., imaging and bloods oCommitment to specialism as evidenced by CPD Desirable oMembership of a relevant professional body & related specialist sub-groups Other Role Requiremetns Essential Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements 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 East Cheshire NHS Trust Address Park Green Surgery Waters Green Medical Centre, Sunderland Street Macclesfield SK11 6JL Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name East Cheshire NHS Trust Address Park Green Surgery Waters Green Medical Centre, Sunderland Street Macclesfield SK11 6JL Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Park Green Surgery, Waters Green Medical Centre, Sunderland Street, SK11 6JL Macclesfield, United Kingdom