Highly Specialist Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist (Team Lead)

The Highly Specialist Physiotherapist (Team Lead) for the Orthopaedic Therapy Team provides day to day management of the staff within the team, overseeing the operational performance of the team and appropriate use of resources. They are responsible for the delivery of human resource key quality performance indicators. They will be responsible for deputising for the Orthopaedic Therapy Service Lead as required.
In addition to the managerial responsibilities the post holder will work using an enhanced level of clinical practice applying specialist knowledge and skills in the field of orthopaedics. They will assess and treat a specialist complex caseload of patients across both the elective and trauma services.
The post holder will contribute to service development, audit and research to deliver on best practice evidence-based care in line with trust and national priorities in collaboration with the Orthopaedic Therapy Service Lead and Highly Specialist Therapists.

We are looking for a dynamic, experienced and motivated individual to take on the role of Band 7 Team Leader for The Orthopaedic Therapy Team. The Team are based across 2 sites; elective surgery at Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Trauma Orthopaedics at Peterborough City Hospital. This post will involve operationally managing a large dynamic team across both sites, which consists of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Band 3/4 Therapy assistants.
If you are a forward-thinking therapist and have the desire to develop and improve the service further, this exciting role could be for you. Experience of working as a Band 6 within Orthopaedics is essential for this role, along with evidence of learning within this specialism, as well as skills in the supervision and management of others.
The successful candidate will work alongside our Service Lead, current Team Lead and Clinical Specialists and should role model excellent leadership, communication and resilience skills. The role will require effective time management to balance the operational responsibilities as well as the clinical demands of a busy and demanding orthopaedic caseload.
Healthcare is a 7 day service and therefore the expectation will be for you to support our Orthopaedic weekend service.
Interviews will be held face to face.

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
+ Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
+ Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
+ Flexible working opportunities;
+ Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
+ Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
+ Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
+ Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
+ On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
+ Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
+ Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.