Respiratory Physiotherapist - Cystic Fibrosis & Long-Term Ventilation

Main area
Physiotherapy
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time \- 37\.5 hours per week
Job ref
271\-CCS\-8004020
Site
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Town
Great Ormond Street
Salary
£58,133 \- £65,261 per annum inclusive
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
25/06/2026 23:59

Job overview

Respiratory Physiotherapist in Cystic Fibrosis and Long\-Term Ventilation (Band 7\)

Permanent position, 1\.0WTE

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist to fill a band 7 post within the cardiorespiratory physiotherapy team at Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced band 6 physiotherapist or an existing band 7 therapist, with a specialist interest in cystic fibrosis and long\-term ventilation to join our dynamic, forward thinking, and friendly team. The team consists of a band 8 team lead physiotherapist, eight band 7’s, a static band 6’s and two general rotational band 6 physiotherapists, with a band 4 assistant.

This post provides a highly specialised respiratory physiotherapy service to children with

cystic fibrosis and those requiring long\-term ventilation. Alongside neurodevelopmental input to long\-term ventilated patients. Knowledge of airway clearance techniques, mechanical insufflation/exsufflation and non\-invasive ventilation is essential, together with experience of educating and training family/care givers.

If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Emma Shkurka at

emma.shkurka@gosh.nhs.uk or alternatively 02074059200, bleep 1042\.

Main duties of the job

To provide highly specialist respiratory physiotherapy assessment and treatment to general respiratory patients, cystic fibrosis patients, and long\-term ventilated patients, on inpatient wards, clinics and the transitional care unit.
To lead the respiratory physiotherapy service on the transitional care unit.
To provide neurodevelopmental input to long\-term ventilated patients on the

transitional care unit.
To take an active role in discharge planning and facilitation for complex, long\-term ventilated patients.
To work as part of the cardiorespiratory physiotherapy team, providing cross cover and support to other areas as required.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.

We are working towards becoming an anti\-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti\-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti\-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.

We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.

We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long\-term health conditions, and LGBTQ\+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women’s Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee\-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.

Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional \- it is essential.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential criteria

Our Always values
Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the WorkplaceAcademic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential criteria

Degree or equivalent qualification in physiotherapy
Health Professionals Council Registration
Evidence of CPD, including attendance at relevant postgraduate coursesDesirable criteria

Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Membership of appropriate clinical interest groups e.g. ACPRC/APCPExperience/Knowledge

Essential criteria

Broad postgraduate physiotherapy experience, with considerable experience in paediatric respiratory physiotherapy including general respiratory, Cystic fibrosis, and Long\-term ventilation.
Knowledge of general principles of paediatric physiotherapy with advanced knowledge in paediatric cardiorespiratory physiotherapy
Knowledge of respiratory adjuncts including mechanical insufflation/exsufflation, NIV and airway clearance techniques.
Experience of educating care givers to complete prescribed airway clearance techniques, including MI:E.
Experience of providing neurodevelopmental assessment and management
Experience of audit and research, demonstrating service improvement/change to practiceDesirable criteria

Experience of being involved in complex discharges
Experience working on a paediatric/neonatal intensive care unitSkills/Abilities

Essential criteria

Highly advanced clinical skills in paediatric respiratory physiotherapy
Ability to work as part of both a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team
Lecturing and presentation skills
Able to prioritise workload using time management and delegation skills
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to motivate and develop others

*Please be advised that:*

*The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2\-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview.*

*The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.*

*Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist.*

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .

*We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.*

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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