Highly Specialised Physiotherapist in neurosciences
£58.13k - £65.26k per annumPart-time
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic & innovative physiotherapy department at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. We are looking for an experienced & highly motivated Band 7 physiotherapist to join Therapy and Rehabilitation services as 0.4WTE Band 7 Physiotherapist specialising in Post-Stroke Shoulder Pain (PSSP) for a fixed term ending 30th September 2026. The Band 7 Physiotherapist will work within a well-established interdisciplinary team in QSUL (the Intensive Upper Limb Rehabilitation Service) and will lead the PSSP Service. This predominantly clinical post offers the opportunity to further develop skills in the assessment and management of patients with a wide range of complex neurological presentations. You must have substantive postgraduate experience in a physical, neurological setting. Effective communication and a positive approach to the management of complex disability are essential. Regular supervision and support for continued professional development is offered, and the opportunity to work on projects within your peer group. Main duties of the job
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing), National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, University College Hospital Grafton Way Building, Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine, University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre, The Hospital for Tropical Diseases, University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street. We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040. Details
Date posted: 13 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year, Per annum inclusive of HCAS pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 309-UCLH-8168
Job locations: National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH, Queen Square, London, WC1N 3BG, United Kingdom Job description
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff. UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff. To find out more, visit: Flexible working. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
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).
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic & innovative physiotherapy department at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. We are looking for an experienced & highly motivated Band 7 physiotherapist to join Therapy and Rehabilitation services as 0.4WTE Band 7 Physiotherapist specialising in Post-Stroke Shoulder Pain (PSSP) for a fixed term ending 30th September 2026. The Band 7 Physiotherapist will work within a well-established interdisciplinary team in QSUL (the Intensive Upper Limb Rehabilitation Service) and will lead the PSSP Service. This predominantly clinical post offers the opportunity to further develop skills in the assessment and management of patients with a wide range of complex neurological presentations. You must have substantive postgraduate experience in a physical, neurological setting. Effective communication and a positive approach to the management of complex disability are essential. Regular supervision and support for continued professional development is offered, and the opportunity to work on projects within your peer group. Main duties of the job
- Provide specialist clinical skills; assessing & treating patients with complex neurological presentations, using advanced manual techniques & clinical reasoning skills to determine impairments & disabilities, & to formulate a diagnosis/hypothesis & prognosis.
- Nationwide resource to patients and physiotherapy colleagues in other trusts, on post-stroke shoulder pain, advising them as appropriate.
- Demonstrate an awareness of current developments in neurological physiotherapy integrating, as appropriate, the available evidence into clinical practice, including national guidelines.
- Responsible for the daily management, professional development, clinical supervision & coordination of their designated team and physiotherapy students.
- To be a panel member in staff recruitment as required by the band 8 physiotherapists.
- Accountable for own professional development.
- Effective communication with all staff, patients, families & differing services within the community.
- Sensitive dealing of complaints, avoiding escalation.
- Evidence based audit and research projects to further own & team's clinical practice relevant to the area.
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing), National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, University College Hospital Grafton Way Building, Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine, University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre, The Hospital for Tropical Diseases, University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street. We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040. Details
Date posted: 13 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year, Per annum inclusive of HCAS pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 309-UCLH-8168
Job locations: National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH, Queen Square, London, WC1N 3BG, United Kingdom Job description
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff. UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff. To find out more, visit: Flexible working. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree/or equivalent in Physiotherapy
- Registered Physiotherapist (HPC)
- Post graduate neurosciences courses
- Active member of a neurosciences interest group
- Student supervision or teaching skills course
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
Essential
- 5 years post-graduate work experience at appointment
- 2 years specific neurological experience
- Broad range of experience at junior level including ITU, medical, surgical, neurology, musculoskeletal and elderly care
- Evidence of having supervised undergraduate physiotherapy students and/or evidence of having supervised qualified physiotherapists being responsible for undertaking IPR and their professional development.
- Experience of teaching a wide range of groups (for example physiotherapy colleagues, students, physiotherapy assistants, other MDT members).
- Evidence of participation in audit.
- Evidence of active participation in and organisation of in-service training programmes.
Essential
- Autonomous practitioner who is able to work unsupervised at a specialist level.
- Ability to supervise staff who will be directly accountable to the post-holder.
- Ability to work efficiently, effectively and professionally as part of a multi-disciplinary team, understanding the role and nature of team working.
- Evidence of up to date Continued Professional Development diary including evidence of reflective practice, in-service training, any courses attended, and clinical experience gained
- A positive approach to the treatment of acute, chronic and progressive disability.
- Evidence of effective presentation and training skills.
- Commitment to teaching at a pre and postgraduate level.
- Effective written communication skills, including accurate record keeping using POMR system.
- Competent IT skills
Essential
- The physical capabilities to manage patients with acute and long-term neurological disability both on the wards and in the therapy treatment areas
- Demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities
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).
Vacancy posted 6 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Highly Specialised Physiotherapist in neurosciences in London vacancy
£58.13k - £65.26k per annum
...Highly Specialised Physiotherapist in neurosciences The closing date is 26 July 2026 Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic & innovative physiotherapy department at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. We are looking for...SuggestedLong-term contractPart-timeFixed-term contractVisa sponsorshipSkilled worker visaFlexible hours- £37k - £48k per annumEstimated...Highly Specialised Paediatric Physiotherapist: Neurosciences Job summary The post holder will work with the support of the Acute Paediatric Physiotherapy Team Lead to provide clinical leadership to, and development of the inpatient paediatric neurology, neurosurgery and...SuggestedPermanentFull-timeFlexible hours
£66.27k - £73.5k per annum
...Neurological Orthotics Clinic is highly regarded within the National... ...highly motivated Band 8a physiotherapist to join Therapy and... ...many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment... ...post-graduate training in neurosciences to the equivalent of modules...SuggestedPart-timeVisa sponsorshipSkilled worker visaFlexible hours- £44k - £64k per annumEstimated...activity, supervision and the development of Band 6 and 5 physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and assistant staff working within... ...level and to be professionally and legally accountable for a highly-specialised patient caseload and to decide priorities for own work area...SuggestedLong-term contractFull-timeFlexible hours
£29.56 per hour
...truly inter-disciplinary. This team always focuses on delivering high quality, patient centred care.Our team is friendly and... ...Evidence of a clear understanding of the role of OT in relevant specialised area. Knowledge and experience in the use of occupational therapy...SuggestedLong-term contractTemporaryBank staffFlexible hours- £35k - £46k per annumEstimated...Liquid Personnel is recruiting an Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist to join its client’s Wheelchair Service, based in Enfield. This is a highly specialist role involving the management of medium to highly complex caseloads, with responsibility for leading on comprehensive...Weekly pay
- £35k - £46k per annumEstimated...acute mental health wards. We are looking for an experienced Physiotherapist with a special interest in extending and/or developing their... ...Team, and help lead on the design, delivery, and development of high-quality care within this new service in line with advances in evidence...PermanentFull-timeTemporaryFlexible hours
£58.13k - £65.26k per annum
...young people with cystic fibrosis. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, experienced and highly motivated Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist to join our esteemed Paediatric Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Homecare Service. This unique role offers the...Long-term contractPermanentPart-timeVisa sponsorshipSkilled worker visaFlexible hours£29.73 per hour
...Job summary BANK Highly Specialist Physiotherapist - Band 7 Are you an experienced and motivated Physiotherapist with a passion for specialist palliative care and rehabilitation? CLCH is seeking a Band 7 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist to join our dedicated multidisciplinary...Full-timePart-timeImmediate startFlexible hours- £40k - £53k per annumEstimated...Role: Advanced Physiotherapist - Oncology Outpatients Location: HCA UK at The Shard, Central... ...two Oncology Physiotherapists managing a specialised oncology caseload, delivering expert... ...with complex needs. You will work with a high level of autonomy and act as a specialist...Full-timeMonday to FridayFlexible hoursShift workAfternoon shiftEarly shift
- ...to offer this new role of Clinical Lead Physiotherapist to support expansion in the Spasticity service... ...patients with spasticity To ensure a high quality, effective and efficient... ...diagnosing and then planning individual, specialised, evidence-based, treatment programmes for...Long-term contractPart-timeVisa sponsorshipSkilled worker visa
£55.52k - £62.65k per annum
...TBC Main duties of the job To lead on the development of a high-quality Occupational Therapy service for autistic adults (and co... ...colleagues working within external agencies. To provide a specialised standard of occupational therapy assessment and intervention for...PermanentPart-timeFlexible hours- £30k - £40k per annumEstimated...recruitment process. Main duties of the job To provide a highly specialist level of clinical skill in complex paediatric occupational... ...To assess the need for, measure, provide and monitor use of specialised upper limb orthotics (hand splints). Job responsibilities...Full-timeFlexible hours
- £34k - £49k per annumEstimated...collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. You will deliver high-quality specialist rehabilitation, enabling people to achieve... ...team Experience working at a junior level in a wide range of specialised clinical areas including, stroke and neurology, Cognitive...Full-time
- £40k - £53k per annumEstimated...excellence is embedded in everyday clinical delivery. You will join a highly experienced and supportive team with a strong reputation for... ...across Newham. Job Responsibilities To provide a highly specialised client centered occupational therapy service to children (0-18 years...Full-timeVisa sponsorshipSkilled worker visa
£55.52k - £62.65k per annum
...an enthusiastic, experienced and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our Neurology and Rehabilitation team as a Band 7 Highly Specialised Occupational Therapist. This is an exciting opportunity to work as an autonomous practitioner, delivering highly specialised...PermanentFull-timeFlexible hoursRotating shifts£49.39k - £56.52k per annum
...several times a day on a daily basis. About us Ross Care provide clinically lead, high-quality wheelchair services on behalf of the NHS. Our friendly teams include OTs, Physiotherapists and Rehabilitation Engineers, providing services for all age ranges. We operate...Long-term contractPermanentFull-timePart-timeFlexible hours£25 - £30 per hour
...Job Title: Physiotherapist – Elderly Care Banding: Band 6 Location: Newham, Greater London... ...skilled and motivated Physiotherapist specialising in Elderly Care to join our esteemed... ...field. NHS or hospital experience is highly advantageous Why Work with Pulse?...Hourly payTemporaryLocumImmediate startMonday to Friday- ...Band 6/7 Locum Physiotherapist – London Position: Band 6/7 Locum Physiotherapist Banding... ...seeking a Band 6/7 Locum Physiotherapist with specialised experience in community aged care,... ...maintain accurate patient records to support high-quality care delivery. Requirements:...Full-timeTemporaryLocumImmediate startMonday to Friday
£28 per hour
...Job Title : Physiotherapist Locat io n: London , Greater London Banding: Ban d 7 Start... ...hours per week We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Band 7 Physiotherapist... ...in London. This role involves providing specialised physiotherapy services, particularly...Hourly payTemporaryLocumImmediate startMonday to Friday- ...Band 6 Locum Stroke Physiotherapist – London Position: Band 6 Locum Stroke Physiotherapist... ...Stroke Physiotherapist, you will provide specialised physiotherapy services to patients with... ...Tower Hamlets, requiring you to deliver high-quality care in patients’ homes or community...Full-timeTemporaryPart-timeLocumOn-siteImmediate start
- ...Job Title : Neurology Physiotherapist Banding: Band 6or Band 7 Location : East... ...9:00am- 16:00pm We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Band 6 or Band... ...involves working with the Stroke and Neurosciences Team to provide specialised inpatient rehabilitation for...Full-timeTemporaryLocum
- £26k - £34k per annumEstimated..., and to develop and deliver individual specialised physiotherapy treatment programmes. To... ...the NHS Experience as a Band 5 physiotherapist in Neurology, Orthopaedics, Older people... ...autonomously Committed to personal development Highly motivated & able to motivate others...Full-timeFlexible hours
- £54k - £72k per annumEstimated...are seeking a dynamic and talented senior physiotherapist to work across our extensive variety of... ...of clinical services will allow you to specialise or diversify according to your interests... ...within Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust is highly regarded as an inclusive and supportive...Full-timeRotating shiftsWeekend work
£27 per hour
...Job Title: Neuro Physiotherapist Banding: Band 6 Location: London, Greater Lodnon Start... ...registration as a Physiotherapist. • Specialised training or certification in... ...Cerner iClip electronic documentation are highly desirable. Why work with Pulse? From...Hourly payFull-timeTemporaryPart-timeLocumImmediate start- ...Job Title: Respiratory Physiotherapist Banding: Band 6 Location: London, Greater London... ...exceptionally skilled and motivated Physiotherapist specialising in Respiratory care to join our esteemed... ...complex respiratory data with a high degree of accuracy, maintain meticulous...Full-timeTemporaryLocumImmediate start
£26 per hour
...Title: Band 6 Inpatient & Respiratory Physiotherapist Specialism: Physiotherapy Location... ...and respiratory settings, applying your specialised physiotherapy skills to improve patient... ...records, demonstrating a commitment to high standards of professional documentation....Hourly payOngoing contractFull-timeLocum£46.42k - £55.05k per annum
...Specialist Physiotherapist - Adult Haemoglobinopathies The closing date is 20 July 2026 Job summary The post holder will be part... ...quality of care and to support admission avoidance. Provide specialised physiotherapy to patients who are case managed by other members...Full-timeFixed-term contractVisa sponsorshipSkilled worker visaFlexible hoursWeekend workAfternoon shift£45.95k - £54.25k per annum
...Kingdom Closing date: 27 July 2026 Job summary Are you a physiotherapist keen to work in a first-class teaching hospital in our award-... ...'s leading healthcare providers. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and...PermanentFull-timeVisa sponsorshipSkilled worker visaRotating shiftsWeekend work- £34k - £45k per annumEstimated...Pelvic Health Specialist Physiotherapist Job Type: Permanent Work Settings: Full time Location: London, England, United Kingdom... ...looking to further develop their expertise in a supportive and high quality clinical environment. Your Responsibilities Clinical...Long-term contractPermanentFull-timePrivate practice
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Highly Specialised Physiotherapist in neurosciences. Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- community physiotherapist London
- msk physiotherapist London
- band 7 senior physiotherapist London
- band 5 rotational physiotherapist London
- senior physiotherapist London
- mod physiotherapist London
- physiotherapist community pain management services London
- physiotherapist opportunities London
- rotational physiotherapist London
- band 6 physiotherapist London