Rotational Band 5 Physiotherapist

Transformationunitgm; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK is seeking a Rotational Band 5 Physiotherapist to join their team. The role offers diverse clinical exposure across various specialties with supportive mentorship from experienced clinicians. Candidates should possess a BSc or MSc in Physiotherapy and have excellent communication skills. This position encourages continuous professional development and requires participation in a 7-day working pattern. A flexible working approach is welcomed, and the role is based in Basingstoke.

Benefits

Comprehensive on-call training package

Regular supervision and mentorship

Qualifications

• Diverse clinical placement experience.
• Evidence of CPD including reflective practice.
• Experience in the NHS as part of Physiotherapy degree clinical placements.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat a variety of conditions across core rotations.
• Participate in on-call training rota and partake in 7-day working as required.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication & interpersonal skills

Demonstrate resilience

Knowledge and experience in MDT working

Committed to maintaining and improving own standards

Education

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy/MSc Physiotherapy

Job description

Employer Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Hampshire County Hospital and Basingstoke North Hampshire Hospitals Town Winchester Salary £31,049 - £37,796 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 30/01/2026 08:00

Rotational Band 5 Physiotherapist

Band 5

Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.

Job overview

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and driven Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our rotation at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

HHFT is a trust with sites in Winchester, Basingstoke, Alton and Andover. You will rotate every 4 months so you can develop your clinical skills and reasoning in a range of areas: settings include ITU, surgery, ED, medical, cardiology, elderly care, MSK out-patients, orthopaedics including trauma and elective, stroke, rehabilitation and paediatrics.

There is no better way to start or develop your career. You will be supported by experienced clinicians who will teach you the skills you need to deliver excellent patient care and progress your career.

If you have excellent communication skills, are eager to learn and are passionate about providing outstanding patient care, we would love to hear from you

For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Colette Ridgeway or Kim Dalzell.

Please note that there is a high chance that this advert may close earlier than the advertised date if a high volume of applications is received.

Main duties of the job

Assess and treat a variety of conditions across all core rotations whilst working as part of a wider therapy team to promote and develop evidence-based care.

You will be expected to be part of the on‑call training rota and partake in 7‑day working as required.

Working for our organisation

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (HHFT) provides hospital services to around 570,000 people living in Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire, and specialist services to patients from all over the country.

We deliver a full range of district hospital services in a variety of locations.

As a Rotational Band 5 within the Therapy Team you can expect to receive regular supervision, a comprehensive on call training package, including a simulation training programme. You will be part of service improvement projects and work alongside experienced colleagues of all levels. We encourage you to be an active part of and receive the support of the Band 5 peer group and Band 5 mentor, as well as assisting in the support and guidance of Therapy Assistants.

You will also be enrolled on a multidisciplinary Preceptorship programme for all newly qualified band 5s.

There will be a requirement to work across site when needed, so a flexible approach is necessary.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered.

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.

We reserve the right to close the job early if we receive a high number of applications.

We welcome informal visit to meet the team.

Person specification

Qualification

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy/MSc Physiotherapy or due to finish in the next 3 months

Experience

• Diverse clinical placement experience
• Knowledge and experience in MDT working
• Evidence of CPD including reflective practice
• Experience in the NHS in previous employment
• Experience in the NHS as part of Physiotherapy degree clinical placements

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication & interpersonal skills
• Evidence of researching HHFT as an employer
• Evidence as to reason for wanting to work for this trust
• Demonstrate resilience and the ability to handle distressing situations involving patients or colleagues
• Committed to maintaining and improving own standards
• Expectation to participate in 7 day working patterns when required

Our commitment to you:

We are committed to equality and diversity in both the provision of our services and how we recruit and manage our staff. Applications are encouraged from everyone with the necessary attributes for the job, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.

Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered.

The paperwork:

• HHFT is committed to putting the safety and care of our patients first – as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues. Therefore, we would recommend that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 and that you understand that we are treating COVID-19 positive patients within our services.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted at least working days before the scheduled interview date. Applications will be submitted directly into our preferred third party recruitment system (Trac). All subsequent information regarding your application will be generated from apps.trac.jobs via email - please ensure to check your junk/spam folders.
• All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.
• In compliance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, all applicants must be able to communicate fluently in English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed as part of the selection process.
• This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
• We believe that using technology wisely reflects strong time management and a commitment to innovation. However, it's essential to personalise your recruitment application to showcase your unique skills and experiences. Over‑reliance on generic, AI‑generated content may result in rejection if multiple candidates submit applications with similar language or structure. In such cases, recruiting managers may reach out for further clarity where applications appear consistent with others, to better understand your individual strengths.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.