Senior Physiotherapist – Adult Community Services
Location: Bolton
Department: Adult Community Services
Grade: Band 6 Equivalent
Contract: Full-time
Driving Licence Required
Are you a skilled Physiotherapist passionate about helping people live independently? Do you enjoy working in community settings, managing a varied caseload, and making a real impact in people’s daily lives? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for a Senior Physiotherapist to join our Independent Living Service, providing specialist assessments, interventions, and support for adults with disabilities.
About the Role
As a Senior Physiotherapist, you will:
*Deliver specialist physiotherapy assessments for adults with disabilities.
*Develop individual, person-centred plans that promote independence using physiotherapy techniques, equipment, and adaptations.
*Provide expert advice and training to service users, carers, and other health or social care professionals.
*Work closely with housing teams on major and complex adaptations.
*Manage a clinical caseload, including individuals with complex needs, within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
*Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to duty rota requirements.
*Support the Team Manager in service delivery, supervision of staff, and effective resource management.
*Commit to ongoing professional development and maintain HCPC registration.
This is a role where no two days are the same — you’ll support individuals across the community, helping them overcome barriers and improve their quality of life.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Skills & Knowledge
*Strong understanding of disability and its impact on everyday living.
*Ability to assess needs and formulate tailored care plans.
*Knowledge of risk assessment and management.
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
*Confidence using IT systems.
*Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
*Strong organisational and time-management skills.
*Commitment to service development and high-quality care.
Qualifications & Experience
*Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy.
*Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
*Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience.
*Full UK driving licence and access to transport (essential car user post).
*Willingness to undertake further training and development.
Desirable
*Moving & handling qualification.
*Experience in community settings.
*Experience working in elderly mental health.
*Supervisory or management training.
Why Join Us?
*Play a key role in shaping and improving community physiotherapy services.
*Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
*Continuous professional development encouraged and supported.
*Make a genuine difference to the lives of adults living with disabilities.
*Commitment to Valuing Diversity, Customer Care, and Developing Self and Others.