Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Central London Community Health Trust Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist The closing date is 08 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting! We are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist within our inpatient neuro rehab unit in Watford, for an 8 month fixed term contract (ending 29th October 2027). We are looking to recruit an experienced physiotherapist to the team. You will manage your own caseload as well as triaging new referrals. The caseload includes assessing and treating patients with stroke/neurological conditions, supported discharge and onwards referral to suitable community team. Our integrated team comprises of therapists, nurses, healthcare assistants, rehab assistants as well as Voluntary sector advisors and team administrators. You will be part of an enthusiastic, patient focused, team caring for patients in the community while working collaboratively with GPs, acute hospitals, social care and other third sector organisations. We have a well-established structure for clinical supervision and in service training; providing you with fantastic opportunities to enhance your existing knowledge and skills. It will also support your clinical work and professional development. As this is an inpatient role but includes community-based duties and visits, there is a requirement to hold a UK driving licence with access to a car (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Please Note: We are unfortunately unable to offer visa sponsorship for this fixed term role Main duties of the job To perform physiotherapy assessment of patients with neurological presentations on the Stroke and neuro rehabilitation pathways to develop and deliver an individualised treatment program. To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to facilitate positive rehab outcomes and timely, co-ordinated discharge planning. To fully support initiatives to reduce length of stay, including key working. To work flexibly, being willing to provide support on other rehabilitation wards when necessary. To hold responsibility for own caseload, working with and without direct supervision. Provide support for the clinical supervision for a rotational Band 5 physiotherapist, student physiotherapists and give direction to members of support staff. To undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to inform own and general Physiotherapy practice within the unit. To participate in a 7-day service covering weekends and bank holiday on a rota basis. About us We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.Joining Central London Community Healthcare me