Specialist Physiotherapist

Job summary

We are a positive and proactive team and adapt to the changing needs of the patients we work with and the service demands. If you are flexible and creative in your approach to work, enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary team, have an interest in developing yourself and others, this could the opportunity for you.

We have the exciting opportunity to appoint a Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist to join our enthusiastic Community Rehabilitation team based from Crediton Hospital.

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

• Date posted: 01 September 2026
• Pay scheme:
  Agenda for change
• Band:
  Band 6
• Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Part-time
• Reference number:
• Job locations:
  Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3NH
  , United Kingdom

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

The Community Therapy Team work with people with a wide range of disabilities and acute or long term conditions striving to deliver excellent patient centred care. Our work is consistently varied and stimulating covering admission prevention and supporting discharge, and rehabilitation in a range of community settings through medical, social and public health approaches. The Community Therapy Team works within the broader Health and Social Care team alongside colleagues from Community Nursing and Adult Social Care.

24hrs per week. Inclusion upon 7-day rota

To Be Confirmed

Joe Laban - Clinical Lead Physiotherapist ()

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

We strive to help our staff…