Specialist Physiotherapist - Mental Health Services

Specialist Physiotherapist - Mental Health Services for Older People

The closing date is 24 February 2026

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative, experienced physiotherapist with proven rehabilitation clinical skills to join a specialist acute medicine rotation.

Someone who shares our values; where we trust and respect each other, where we take personal responsibility and act with integrity, and where we treat people with kindness.

You will work alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to assess and deliver physiotherapy to patients who may have acute medicine needs, multi-pathologies and complex social needs. You will be required to have proven problem solving skills for complex discharge planning and flexibility in dealing with changes in service provision. You will need to have good time management, resilience and prioritising skills.

A part-time opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Physiotherapist to join the Mental health Services for Physiotherapy team at University Hospital Llandough.

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative physiotherapist with proven rehabilitation skills to support adults with both functional and organic mental health needs.

The successful candidate will deliver physical health and well-being interventions aligned with our award-winning Rehabilitation Model, supporting sustained recovery across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.

Cardiff and Vale UHB is proud of its therapy services, which are known for delivering forward-thinking, person-centred care and supporting individuals and teams to achieve meaningful outcomes.

We are a supportive and progressive therapy team who offer empowerment through access to resources, learning, and development opportunities. We have an AHP-led Rehabilitation Model recognised for driving service innovation and excellence.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post;
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.

Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research.

Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.

Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

• Recognised qualification degree / equivalent in physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

• Significant post registration experience in Mental health /MHSOP
• Experience as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of working in the NHS as a qualified physiotherapist
• Experience of providing clinical supervision

• Ability to demonstrate specialist skills in the assessment of individuals with enduring mental health conditions
• Able to keep accurate and legible patient records and statistical information
• Proven ability to motivate others, promote coproduction and empower others
• Ability to demonstrate effective decision making skills in relation to complex discharge planning
• Ability to demonstrate enhanced communication skills with individuals living with Dementia
• Demonstrate ability of presentation and training skills
• Demonstrates competent digital and technology skills

• Demonstrates specialist knowledge of Dementia
• Evidence of relevant post graduate training courses

• Experience of participation in emergency weekend and on call duties
• Demonstrate and role model the values of the UHB
• Ability to travel between sites
• The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role
• Places patient and service needs before own

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