Physiotherapist (maternity leave fixed term contract)


Company:	Elysium Healthcare
Salary:	£56,515 to £56,515 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Gloucester, GL2 9EE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	26 Nov 2026

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Summary

As a Physiotherapist, you help some of the most vulnerable do things they couldn't do before. Join The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester and enjoy a rewarding career where your expertise makes meaningful change happen.

This is a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave, working 28 hours per week.

As a Physiotherapist, you are responsible for devising, developing, delivering and updating individualised rehabilitation and/or therapy/support plans with peer support and supervision. You will be required to provide support, guidance and training to therapy and care assistants.

You will provide ongoing treatment, monitoring and support to service users' physical needs which will see you identify and source specialist equipment and advise on mobility and use of equipment.

With a strong emphasis on teamwork, you’ll receive support from a regional network of healthcare professionals and enjoy access to a variety of training courses to support you reach your career goals.

As a Physiotherapist you will be:

Supporting and assisting qualified staff in the assessment, planning and implementation of patient rehabilitation care.

Responsible for the delivery of Physiotherapy services to residents, in liaison with the Head of Therapies.

Providing professional leadership in all aspects of Physiotherapy following the principles of clinical governance and in accordance with the code of professional conduct as required by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Working as a member of the multidisciplinary Neuro care team.

Responsible and accountable for physiotherapy assessments and treatment of highly complex neurological conditions.

Implementing and evaluating individual treatment and rehabilitation plans liaising with other relevant agencies as appropriate.

Utilising effective clinical reasoning skills and evidenced based practice to develop individualised care plans.

Delivering a high standard of clinical care and maintain service delivery at Then Dean Neurological Centre by flexible, effective and efficient prioritisation based on clinical judgement.

Selecting and applying standardised and non-standardised Physiotherapy and other professional assessment tools to ensure effective treatment.

Participating in collecting and analysing clinical audit data and use of relevant outcome measures.

Carrying out clinical risk assessment and complete risk management plans.

Identifying and sourcing specialist equipment for all residents with complex physical needs that require use of non-standard items.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

A Physiotherapy degree

To be a registered member of the HCPC

Up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practice in the field of Physiotherapy

Working knowledge of regulatory frameworks and regulatory body inspection processes and documentation

Evidence of Continued Professional Development

At least 2 years experience

Where you will be working

The Dean

Neuro

logical

Centre

has 60

beds

in Gloucester (

GL2 9EE

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on the

outskirts of the town

within easy

commute from Gloucester, Cheltenham and surrounding villages

The Centre

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specialist 24-hour nursing and therapy services for people with

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term neurological conditions

who require ongoing support and assistance to maximise functional ability

It specialises in slow stream rehabilitation where the emphasis is placed on maximising each individual's abilities, comfort and quality of life.

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fitted with high dependency equipment, including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment.

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ll rooms adapt

to individual requirements.

There are also

well-equipped therapy facilities

and other facilities

such as gardens, gym and minibus.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

A Competitive Salary (pro rata)

The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.

Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals

Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!

Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance

Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts

Life Assurance, for added peace of mind

Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.

24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be

Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time

Pension contribution, to help secure your future

Subsidised meals and free onsite parking

About us:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

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