Specialist Respiratory Neuromuscular Physiotherapist

Main area
Physiotherapy
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Fixed term: 3 years (Secondment Cover until 30 April 2029\)
Hours
Part time \- 30 hours per week
Job ref
271\-CCS\-7872839
Site
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Town
London
Salary
£58,133 \- £65,261 Inclusive per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
14/06/2026 23:59

Job overview

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 neuromuscular respiratory physiotherapy 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 and two general Rotational Band 6 Physiotherapists, with a Band 4 Assistant.

Main duties of the job

This post provides a highly specialised respiratory physiotherapy service to children, both inpatients and outpatients at GOSH, with Neuromuscular disorders. Knowledge of mechanical insufflation/exsufflation, non\-invasive ventilation and other airway clearance techniques is essential, together with experience of eucating and training family/care givers.

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

Academic/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

Substantial post graduate experience with at least 3 years in paediatrics, including respiratory
Knowledge of general principles of paediatric physiotherapy with advanced knowledge in paediatric cardiorespiratory physiotherapy
Knowledge of mechanical insufflation/exsufflation, NIV and airway clearance techniques.
Experience of educating care givers to complete prescribed airway clearance techniques, including MI:E.
Organising physiotherapy input into a relevant, specific clinical unit and contributing to the general running of a physiotherapy department.
Supervision of physiotherapists, students and assistants
Previous experience of Audit
Knowledge of principles of research through practice and experienceDesirable criteria

Understanding of professional development issues and NHS reform, legal and professional issues of child protection, inclusion, privacy \& data protectionSkills/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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