Therapy Practitioner - Exercise Lead

Therapy Practitioner – Exercise Lead

The closing date is 13 November

Interview Date : 5th December

About This Role

Are you passionate about helping patients restore movement, improve strength, and enhance quality of life?

Do you have a background in exercise instruction and a drive to make a meaningful impact within the NHS?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Exercise Lead to join our Musculoskeletal (MSK) Outpatient Physiotherapy team in Christchurch, Dorset.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, and individualised exercise programs to MSK outpatients under the guidance of physiotherapists in a rehab gym and group exercise classes.

Educate patients on exercise techniques, equipment use, and injury prevention.

Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to physiotherapists to support optimal care.

Collaborate with the MSK team to contribute to service improvement initiatives and enhance the quality of patient care.

Maintain accurate documentation and records in line with NHS policies and standards.

Benefits

Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team within a respected NHS trust.

Opportunities for professional growth, training, and development.

Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.

The chance to make a tangible difference in patients' lives.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and are excited about contributing to high-quality MSK physiotherapy care, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a dedicated NHS team committed to transforming lives through rehabilitation.

Person Specification

Educational – Essential

Foundation degree Health and Social Care, or equivalent level 5 qualification; plus A-levels and GCSEs or equivalent(s), including Functional Skills (level 2).

Or as a level 5 apprenticeship, such as the Assistant Practitioner apprenticeship.

Experience with patient / public facing roles.

Desirable

BSc in a relevant area.

NHS experience.

Communication – Essential

Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients and staff.

Understands the principles of health promotion.

Understands the main legal responsibilities of healthcare practitioners and able to keep timely and accurate medical records.

Communication – Desirable

Understands the range of organisations in the health and social care sector.

Clinical – Essential

Understands role boundaries and importance of supervision and carrying out delegated tasks, able to follow procedure and protocols.

Able to work independently with patients.

Good time management and able to manage own diary.

Understands importance of gaining consent.

Clinical – Desirable

Able to prioritise more complex cases and seek guidance where appropriate.

Personal – Essential

Able to work under pressure.

Able to withstand modest physical exertion at work including working in warm environments.

Able to speak English to level required for the role.

Acts with honesty and integrity in keeping with UHD values.

Respects diversity and acts without prejudice or discrimination.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order)

• and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Christchurch Hospital, Fairmile Road, Christchurch, BH23 2JX

Employer's website : #J-