Physiotherapist

Job summary We have a full-time, post available. The post offers an excellent foundation for anyone looking to develop their skills in this dynamic area of physiotherapy. We have locations at Evesham/ Pershore, Bromsgrove, Malvern/ Upton and Worcester/ Droitwich you will be supported by a highly experienced local team, including clinical and operational team leads, Advanced Practitioners, First Contact Practitioners, and fellow physiotherapists within the Trust. You will benefit from ongoing personal and professional development through daily ad-hoc learning opportunities, as well as participation in our structured five-weekly in-service training and clinical supervision programme. The service has strong, well-established links with partners across the county, and the Trust offers a clear structure for career progression, coaching, and mentoring. There are excellent opportunities to gain new skills, be involved in innovative clinical developments, and, if applicable, enrol onto the Trust's preceptorship programme. Applicants must read the attached guidance notes before submitting your application for full understanding of Trust requirements. Main duties of the job The role involves the assessment and delivery of physiotherapy interventions for adults across Worcestershire, working within a busy outpatient department based in local community hospitals. You will assess, treat, and manage a varied MSK caseload, with referrals received from GPs, acute services in Worcestershire and Gloucestershire, and self-referrals. This caseload will include patients with acute conditions such as fractures and post-operative presentations, as well as those with longer-term MSK conditions including low back pain, osteoarthritis, and tendinopathies. You will be expected, when clinically appropriate, to refer on to other services such as Advanced Practice Physiotherapy, MDT pathways, strength classes, and the Functional Restoration Service. You will engage fully in supervision with senior team members and participate in our scheduled professional activity programme. We expect the postholder to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care supported by evidence-based practice. You will also have opportunities to contribute to service development, support the teaching and supervision of colleagues and students, and play a role in shaping future service provision. A key aspect of the role involves contributing to our well-established Practice-Based Learning programme for physiotherapy students from the University of Worcester. About us At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. What we offer; 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours Flexible and agile working opportunities Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support Wide range of supportive staff networks Health and wellbeing opportunities If you would like to know more, please visit our website Staff benefits | Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust Sharing your data - As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data to pursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey from you (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gained interest in working for the Trust. Details Date posted 29 September 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 798-8328831 Job locations Malvern Community Hospital 185 Worcester Road Malvern WR14 1EX United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Demonstrate the values and beliefs of the organisation. Act as a role model to colleagues, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Use their initiative and take responsibility for the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients. Provide a physiotherapy service within a defined area, working as part of a specialist MSK physiotherapy team. Undertake physiotherapeutic assessments of patients with diverse, complex and acute/chronic presentation, to determine clinical diagnosis and physiotherapy treatments needed, and to maintain records as an autonomous practitioner. Hold responsibil