Physiotherapist ¿ Mental Health Inpatient Services

This specialist Band 6 position sits within our Mental Health and Learning Disabilities services and provides physiotherapy support across adult and older adult inpatient mental health wards. You will work with people experiencing acute and enduring mental health conditions, helping to optimise their physical health, mobility and recovery throughout their inpatient journey. You'll undertake comprehensive assessments and deliver evidence-based treatment plans for patients with often complex and overlapping physical, psychological and social needs. This requires strong clinical reasoning, adaptability and a patient-centred approach, enabling you to tailor interventions that support recovery and maximise independence. Working autonomously while being fully supported by the wider multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to ward rounds, team discussions, discharge planning and risk management processes. You'll help ensure patients receive seamless care and have access to the physical health

support they need throughout their admission. We're looking for a qualified Physiotherapist with HCPC registration and experience working with adult patients, ideally within NHS or comparable healthcare settings. You'll bring sound knowledge across musculoskeletal, neurological and rehabilitation physiotherapy, excellent communication skills, and confidence in managing complex clinical presentations. Experience within mental health, inpatient, secure or rehabilitation services would be welcomed but is not essential. At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, you'll be encouraged to continue developing your skills through supervision, continuing professional development, collaborative learning and involvement in service improvement initiatives. You'll also have opportunities to contribute to teaching, support students and assistants, and influence the development of physiotherapy pathways within mental health services. We are proud of our values of kindness, respect and teamwork, and we welcome