Physiotherapy Practitioner

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) would like to invite applications for the post of Physiotherapy Practitioner with the ability to deliver physiotherapy services with a digital first approach and within SFRS Hubs across Scotland on occasion. This is a 2-year fixed term opportunity, working 35 hours per week. The SFRS consists of a Health and Wellbeing Department providing occupational health and fitness services to approximately 7000 staff. Our workforce profile covers a range of staff groups including Operational Firefighters, Control and Support staff, each staff group has a distinct health and wellbeing requirement to safely carrying out their roles. The physical and mental health and wellbeing of our staff is a key people priority for our Service and why we are currently recruiting an experienced Physiotherapy Practitioner to help establish and deliver a MSK injury prevention and rehabilitation service that supports a positive health and wellbeing culture within SFRS. We propose to transform and develop our Health and Wellbeing team and deliver a multi-layered holistic service supporting staff throughout their employee experience and helping to make the SFRS a great place to work.

 

This is a full-time post however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share or flexible working basis would be considered.

 

The Physiotherapy Practitioner is responsible for the development and provision of holistic Health and Wellbeing (HW) and physiotherapy services within the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS). This will involve a positive bio-psychosocial approach with evidence-based treatment, underpinned by excellent health and wellbeing care to SFRS employees focused on education and prevention of musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries.

 

The post holder is responsible to the Lead Practitioner (Fitness) and has a direct line management responsibility for the Physiotherapist (HW). The post holder will also be expected to work collaboratively with others to support organisational and departmental objectives.

 

 

 

Applicants will be required to hold:

• BSc (Hons) recognised by the Care Professions Council (CSP)

• Abide by Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and CSP Codes of Professional Conduct, and work in line with all areas of CSP Core Standards of Practice, as well as SFRS policies and procedural framework.

• Have the ability to lead a team of Physiotherapists

• Effective communication skills and the ability to influence a range of stakeholders

• Proven track record of developing and implementing MSK Injury Prevention Strategies, policies and procedures, reduction in sickness absence policies and delivering physiotherapy services.

• Knowledge of current Health and Safety and other relevant emerging legislation and professional guidance relating to physiotherapy and clinical guidance

• Ability to work on own initiative and exercise judgement to inform decision making

• A commitment to and evidence of continual professional development

• Effective communication skills

• Effective planning and organisational skills working knowledge of MS Office, spreadsheets, databases and management systems

• Experience of problem solving in an analytical manner, identifying sensible and proportionate solutions

• The post holder is required to attain and maintain PVG Scheme membership in relation to carrying out regulated work with protected adults

• Have the ability to travel

 

If you are a team player and possess the necessary skills and experience you are invited to apply. In return you will be offered:

 

A competitive salary and benefits package including:

 

• Commitment to support your professional development
• 28 days annual leave per year rising to 34 after 5 years’ service plus 6 public holidays (pro-rata)
• An opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Group Life Assurance (contributory)

 

The base location will be decided in agreement with the successful candidate. The post will follow a home working digital first approach, however travel will be necessary across the SFRS footprint to support face to face consultations and other work-related business or meetings. Your contractual hours 0845 - 1645 Monday to Thursday; Friday 0845 to 1530, however flexible working may be required on the occasion.

 

Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack. 

 

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review - in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements.  A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.

 

This post is subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. The successful candidate will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and will be required to carry out regulated work with adults.

 

 

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.

 

If you would like to apply in a different format, please telephone Louise Tumulty on 01698 402292 or email SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.

 

Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.