Band 6 Rotational Respiratory Physiotherapist

Band 6 Rotational Respiratory Physiotherapist

The closing date is 23 February 2026

Are you a passionate and motivated Band 5 Physiotherapist ready to take the next step in your career? Or perhaps you're an experienced Band 6 seeking a fresh and rewarding challenge? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We're looking for a dynamic and HCPC-registered Physiotherapist to join our friendly, supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a forward‑thinking environment where you can make a real difference to patients' lives.

If you're enthusiastic about delivering high‑quality, person‑centred, evidence‑based care, and have and enjoy background in respiratory physiotherapy, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We're happy to arrange an informal chat and site tour to help you decide if this is the right fit for you.

We have the exciting opportunity to offer x3 37.5 hour Band 6 posts within the Inpatient respiratory physiotherapy team at Torbay hospital. One of the posts will be supporting the pulmonary rehab service and the providing Physiotherapy outpatient respiratory clinics within airways clearance and breathing pattern disorders.

These posts work within a team of Physiotherapists that provide Physiotherapy services to ICU Medical wards, Surgical wards and Paediatrics, Respiratory clinics and Pulmonary rehab.

You will work within the inpatient Physiotherapy Team at Torbay Hospital. You will be part of the 7‑day service, working at the weekend once a month. You will be part of the on‑call service and support Band 5s that are on‑call. You will work over a variety of rotations: ICU, Medical respiratory, Surgical Respiratory Paediatrics, Pulmonary Rehab and Respiratory Clinics. You will provide senior leadership to their specialist area and deputise for the Band 7 when required.

You will provide respiratory care in clinics, for outpatients and home‑visits.

Act as a source of expertise on the assessment and management of patients presenting with a wide range of respiratory pathologies. You will provide education to physiotherapists, student physiotherapists, skilled non‑registered staff, other healthcare professionals, GPs, Consultants, patients and their carers.

Work with the MDT in identifying appropriate physiotherapy treatments and managements. Work closely with both the OT's and discharge coordinators in facilitating appropriate patient discharge plans and utilising all current discharge services and planning procedures.

Educate and train physiotherapists, students and other healthcare professionals in the physio therapeutic management of chronic and acute respiratory conditions.

Why Work with Us

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Care to join us?

Our Physiotherapy team is committed to supporting your professional and personal growth. We offer career development conversations, clinical supervision, and access to CPD opportunities to help you thrive.

You will become part of a welcoming and dedicated team where every individual is valued. With the full support of our experienced leadership team and an active peer network, you'll have the opportunity to create and follow a career development plan tailored to your ambitions.

We prioritise staff wellbeing, offering beautiful breakout areas, including the tranquil rose garden at Torbay Hospital, outdoor seating areas, staff rooms, and cafeteria facilities for your relaxation and lunch breaks.

Torbay is a stunning coastal region in South Devon, offering an exceptional lifestyle alongside a rewarding career. Known as the "English Riviera," the area boasts beautiful beaches and picturesque harbours making it an ideal place to live and work.

Living and working in Torbay means being part of a welcoming community, with excellent local amenities, vibrant culture, and easy access to Exeter and beyond. If you're looking for a role that offers both professional fulfillment and an enviable work‑life balance, Torbay is the perfect place to take the next step in your physiotherapy career.

Work within ward multidisciplinary teams, contributing to patient assessments, treatment…