Job summary This is an exciting time to be working at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the UK, delivering care to more than 1.6 million people a year through our three main hospitals: Barnet, Chase Farm and Royal Free. To provide a high standard of physiotherapy service to a wide range of musculoskeletal inpatients and outpatients within the Trust.This post consists of 6 monthly musculoskeletal rotations that include: MSK outpatients,hand therapy, rehabilitation groups (lower limb, ESCAPE pain, total knee replacement) and long term conditions. Rotations may change subject to service demands and following staff consultationTo assess and treat own caseload of patients as an autonomous and independent practitionerfor patients who may have acute, chronic and/or complex musculoskeletal presentation, and maintain appropriate treatment plans, records and statistics. Main duties of the job We are looking for a Band 6 MSK Physiotherapists to be part of the MSK Outpatient Physiotherapy service at the Royal Free Hospital site.The successful candidate will be expected to work at a specialised level of practice in the treatment of MSK conditions, with the majority of referrals seen being referred via Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and GP referral. You will be supported by the whole team and have a Band 7 Physiotherapist supervisor. The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. In particular you should have proven experience of working in an MSK setting. We work closely with Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners in a range of specialties, the Orthopaedic and Rheumatology teams, as well as the Hand therapy and Pelvic health teams. We deliver a variety of groupbasedsessions. We are also supported by a dedicated therapies education team and an AHP research and development team. If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join us at the Royal Free, we would be interested in receiving your application. To find out more about working at the Royal Free please visit our website at: www.royalfree.nhs.uk/jobs About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ Date posted 24 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 391-RFL-7076664 Job locations Royal Free Hospital Pond Street Hampstead NW3 2QG Job description Job responsibilities The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification documents attached. Job description Job responsibilities The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification documents attached. Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional qualifications Essential Degree/graduate diploma in Physiotherapy Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration Certificated graduate courses or equivalent in-house training in clinical specialty and management responsibilities taught by experts in their area Commitment to advanced clinical and professional development Desirable Member of CSP Experience Essential Comprehensive post registration experience with experience in musculoskeletal services Good understanding of relevant clinical guidelines Broad range of clinical experience at a Band 5 level or above Teaching/training/presentations to staff or students Supervision of more junior staff, assistants and/students Evidence of CPD Desirable Experience of working in an acute, hospital-based setting, including working within an MDT Supervision of more junior staff/TSWs and/or students Evidence of involvement in research/audit Skills and aptitudes Essential Understanding of the role of SLT across a broad range of clinical areas Evidence of specialist clinical skills Ability to reflect on and appraise own practice Effective verbal communication skills with a range of patients and healthcare professionals regarding complex and sensitive issues Effective written communication skills Good presentation skills Able to autonomously manage clinical caseload and prioritise effectively Ability to work effectively within different teams both multi and uni-disciplinary Ability to demonstrate initiative to manage own time & meet deadlines Ability to be proactive in-service development Ability to critically evaluate current research & apply to own practice Knowledge and application of principles of evidence-based practice Knowledge of the use of instrumental assessment oSkills in differential diagnosis in communication and swallowing disorders in adults with acquired disorders Personal Qualities & attributes Essential Strong interpersonal skills, including assertiveness and negotiation Positive attitude to change; able to facilitate change within teams Self-motivated and able to motivate others Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional qualifications Essential Degree/graduate diploma in Physiotherapy Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration Certificated graduate courses or equivalent in-house training in clinical specialty and management responsibilities taught by experts in their area Commitment to advanced clinical and professional development Desirable Member of CSP Experience Essential Comprehensive post registration experience with experience in musculoskeletal services Good understanding of relevant clinical guidelines Broad range of clinical experience at a Band 5 level or above Teaching/training/presentations to staff or students Supervision of more junior staff, assistants and/students Evidence of CPD Desirable Experience of working in an acute, hospital-based setting, including working within an MDT Supervision of more junior staff/TSWs and/or students Evidence of involvement in research/audit Skills and aptitudes Essential Understanding of the role of SLT across a broad range of clinical areas Evidence of specialist clinical skills Ability to reflect on and appraise own practice Effective verbal communication skills with a range of patients and healthcare professionals regarding complex and sensitive issues Effective written communication skills Good presentation skills Able to autonomously manage clinical caseload and prioritise effectively Ability to work effectively within different teams both multi and uni-disciplinary Ability to demonstrate initiative to manage own time & meet deadlines Ability to be proactive in-service development Ability to critically evaluate current research & apply to own practice Knowledge and application of principles of evidence-based practice Knowledge of the use of instrumental assessment oSkills in differential diagnosis in communication and swallowing disorders in adults with acquired disorders Personal Qualities & attributes Essential Strong interpersonal skills, including assertiveness and negotiation Positive attitude to change; able to facilitate change within teams Self-motivated and able to motivate others 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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Free Hospital Pond Street Hampstead NW3 2QG Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Free Hospital Pond Street Hampstead NW3 2QG Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, NW3 2QG Hampstead, United Kingdom