RT26776 Specialist Physiotherapist

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Our team provides a Physiotherapy service to the community of Helensburgh and Lomond.

We are an Integrated Community Assessment Team (iCAT) based in the VICC in Helensburgh and work primarily with the adult population.

Peer support is provided by our experienced wider Physiotherapy team with a broad range of specialisms and areas of special interest and CPD is fully supported.

This post provides an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and confident Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our iCAT team in a key operational role.

You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team that includes Occupational Therapists, Assistant Practitioners, Healthcare Support Workers, Nursing staff and Social Work colleagues, delivering care across Community, Re-ablement, and Hospital Admission Prevention and Discharge pathways.

You will bring a broad and adaptable clinical skill set suitable for a fully integrated community-based physiotherapy service, and you will manage a complex and varied caseload within the community setting.

The role includes responsibility for the day‑to‑day supervision, guidance and support of physiotherapy colleagues, including peers and junior staff.

You will also be expected to support the iCAT Team Lead and deputise when required.

In addition, you will work closely with a wide range of statutory and third‑sector partners to ensure coordinated, person‑centred care and safe, effective service delivery.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and confident Physiotherapist with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You will demonstrate strong self‑awareness and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You should be conscientious, calm under pressure, and able to adapt to change or unpredictable circumstances.

You must also meet the following essential criteria:

• Degree qualification or Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Minimum of 4 years post‑registration experience, including at least 2 years of specialist experience relevant to the post.
• Evidence of postgraduate education in a relevant clinical field, including attendance at recognised postgraduate courses (e.g., "Bobath/Normal Movement").
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.

Informal enquiries:
In first instance Nicole Baxter nicole.baxtert Telephone: or, if unavailable Rhona Hamilton Physiotherapy Team Lead Rhona.

Hamiltont

• Care and compassion
• Dignity and respect
• Openness, honesty and responsibility
• Quality and teamwork

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.