Band 7 Physiotherapy Lead - Short Term Care Beds

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Physiotherapist to join our Short-Term Care Beds service as a Band 7 Physiotherapy Lead on a job share basis (0.4 WTE, 2 days per week).This key leadership role is central to delivering high-quality, patient-centred rehabilitation within Leeds's community short-term care bed provision. You will work in close partnership with Leeds City Council and lead physiotherapy input across four service bases, ensuring safe, effective care that supports timely discharge and promotes patient independence.As Physiotherapy Lead, you will:Provide clinical leadership across the service, delivering and overseeing high-quality assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for patients with complex needsLead and support service development, quality improvement initiatives, and innovation across all four basesCollaborate effectively within multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams to deliver integrated careSupport workforce development through

supervision, mentoring, and education of staff and studentsPromote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and patient-centred careAbout YouWe are looking for a dynamic and collaborative Physiotherapist who:Has experience working at Band 6 level or above within rehabilitation, community, or intermediate care settingsDemonstrates strong leadership skills and the ability to influence and develop servicesHas experience working within multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environmentsIs confident working across multiple sites and able to manage competing priorities effectivelyIs passionate about integrated care and improving patient outcomesFull UK driving licence and access to a car is essential due to travel across multiple sites in LeedsPlease Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.Adverts will close early where the maximum numbers of applicants are reached.Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS TrustWho are we?Leeds
Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.We have a strong culture based on deeply held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.Perks of the jobOur benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards atwww.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.Right to WorkThis role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the