Senior Physiotherapist, Band 6

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Senior Physiotherapist within our Trauma and Orthopaedic therapy team consisting of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and therapy support workers. We are looking for a dedicated, dynamic physiotherapist with experience, knowledge and skills in both trauma and orthopaedics to support the ongoing development of the therapy service in this specialist area.

This post gives the opportunity to actively participate and help lead service delivery change, with exciting developments within orthopaedics. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, motivated to develop their own skills and that of the service, providing high quality and evidence based therapy. We are looking for a dedicated, proactive, dynamic Physiotherapist to provide specialist knowledge and leadership experience whilst supporting flow and positive risk in a fast-paced environment.

The Therapy Department we pride ourselves on developing staff , staff are actively encouraged to participate in R&D, service development and Q.I initiatives within this role.

This post will actively contribute to the service delivery of the new Orthopaedic Ambulatory Pathway, regularly completing audits and data analysis to inform further service development.

This post will be cross site, covering both Cheltenham General Hospital and Gloucester Royal Hospital providing the exciting opportunity to work within both trauma and elective orthopaedics.

Main duties of the job

The post holder assumes responsibility for the day-to-day management of the clinical area, in the absence of the team leader.

The post holder is supervised by a named therapist, who may not be present at all times. Clinical and professional supervision is in the form of regular clinical reasoning sessions, observed practice, peer review and formal training.

The post holder will link with the Band 7 clinical lead therapist to support the use of resources within budget. The level of managerial responsibility involves the supervision and appraisal of junior therapists, support workers and undergraduates, with the support of the Band 7.

When performing on call duties, staff must be available on the ward within 45 minutes of the call.* For staff living more than 45 minutes from the hospital, a designated on-call room for overnight stay is available in GRH and is free of charge. This room can be used by staff at both sites.

About us

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Details

Date posted

26 May 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year (pa pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-26-T0345

Job locations

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN

United Kingdom

For further information and to apply, click on the APPLY BUTTON at the bottom of this advert, then click on CONTINUE to view the supporting documents or apply online.