Children's Physiotherapist

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic Children's Physiotherapy team at the Crystal Children's Development Centre. This senior role offers the opportunity to lead on complex clinical cases, contribute to service development, and provide mentorship within our friendly, inclusive, and forward thinking team.

As part of our multidisciplinary service, you will play a key role in shaping high quality care for children and young people with diverse needs. You will be supported by a collaborative environment that values professional growth, innovation, and compassionate practice. We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about delivering excellent care, driving positive change, and empowering families and communities.

If you are looking to take the next step in your career, influence service improvement, and make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

Proposed Interview Date - 20th January 2025

Main duties of the job

• Manage and lead a complex caseload of children with diverse physical and developmental needs.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision for Band 5 and Band 6 staff, students, and support workers.
• Work across clinic, home, and school settings to deliver high quality, family centred care.
• Contribute to service planning, audits, and quality improvement projects.
• Act as a point of contact for partner agencies including education and social care.
• Support innovation and development within the children's physiotherapy service.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides integrated hospital and community services to one of London's largest and most diverse boroughs. We deliver care across Croydon University Hospital, Purely War Memorial Hospital, and multiple community clinics and health centres. Our values - Kind, Safe, Respectful, Together - guide how we work with patients, families, and colleagues every day. Joining our Children's Physiotherapy team means being part of a supportive, innovative service that makes a real difference to children and young people across the borough.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration.
• Postgraduate training or qualifications in paediatric physiotherapy.

Skills, Knowledge

• Significant post qualification experience, including paediatric physiotherapy.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervision experience.
• Strong MDT working and communication skills.
• Evidence of continued professional development in relevant clinical areas.
• Experience of leading service improvement initiatives.

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.

£53,751 to £60,651 a year pro rata pa incl HCAS outer