Specialist Physiotherapist - Neurology and Stroke

Job summary
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Specialist Physiotherapist to join our friendly, busy Stroke and Neurology Team at the Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust. This is a permanent post, working 37.5 hours per week based within the Stroke and Neurology team. This post will rotate across Marie Therese House, (our Neuro rehab unit in Hayle), and the Acute stroke unit at Treliske. There is a hope that, in the near future this post will also be able to rotate through the Neurology ward at Treliske.

We are looking for a team member who can provide decisive and effective neurological physiotherapy input.

This post includes flexible 7 day working to cover the weekend rota and evening on call respiratory duties.

We can offer you opportunities to engage in research, training, coaching and career development. We have links to the local higher education institutions, and have also developed local learning opportunities. In particular, we offer an excellent 'AHP Future Leaders Programme', which has been praised by Suzanne Rastrick, Chief AHP Officer.

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

Main duties of the job

• To provide a high standard Physiotherapy service to patients at Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust.
• To provide specialist neurological assessment, treatment, and goal setting for patients with neurological conditions. Some patients may have complex and/or chronic presentations for example spinal injuries, TBI, Guillan Barre Syndrome, Parkinsons Disease, Stroke.
• To determine clinical diagnosis and Physiotherapy treatment indicated.
• To maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.
• You will develop highly specialist skills under the guidance of the Team Leads.
• To provide clinical cross cover within your team as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead
• To attend clinical level discussions / meetings relating to your area of work as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead

About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

• Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
• St Michael's Hospital in Hayle
• West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.

Details
Date posted: 23 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pa pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 156-8344020
Closing date: 08 November 2026

Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please apply through our website.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

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We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Health Care Professions Council registration

Desirable

• Member of CSP
• Member of relevant Special Interest Group
• Understanding of opportunities / limitations of being based in Cornwall

Experience
Essential

• Comprehensive experience in acute hospital setting, including a range of post qualification rotations experience. Must have acute stroke and neurology experience.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team, a good understanding of their roles and respect for the other professionals within the team.
• Experience of working in a team of people including qualified and unqualified staff.
• Experience of On-call and out of hours working - including managing the risks associated with unsupervised / lone working
• Experience of working with Physiotherapy students either as a clinical educator or supporting a clinical educator.
• Has a keen interest in stroke acute rehabilitation.

Desirable

• Experience working in an NHS setting in the following clinical areas: Stroke and Neurology, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Medical, Respiratory and musculoskeletal. Experience as a Clinical Educator

Skills
Essential

• Up-to-date clinical skills. Specialist level assessment skills for neurology
• Well developed communication skills
• Good understanding of roles with Multidisciplinary Team
• Reflective practitioner
• Evidence of clinical audit/research activity
• Presentation Skills
• Willing and able to participate in weekend and on-call rota.
• well developed treatment skills for neurological patients

Desirable

• Evidence of recent neuro based study

Contact
Physiotherapy Team Lead - Neuro rehab: Rachel Straker, View email address on meeveem.com, View phone number on meeveem.com

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.