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Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Band 6 Physiotherapist with experience working with individuals with learning disabilities. This is a full time community service role to provide Physiotherapy intervention, management and advice for adults with Learning Disabilities in their residence or within other day services .The successful candidate will join the Integrated Learning Disability Service in London Borough of Enfield, where we aim to address both the health and social well-being needs of adults with learning disabilities.This Candidate For This Role Is:To provide a very high standard of physiotherapy service to adults with Learning Disabilities (LD), their families and carers, taking into consideration and meeting the needs of a multicultural and diverse population. To act as a resource of specialist advice to the staff of the Integrated Learning DisabilitiesService and other physiotherapists in Enfield promoting best practice for the specific needsof this client group. To take an active role working with local community groups on health promotion projects that enhances the physical health of adults with learning disabilities. To be involved in multi-disciplinary health screening initiatives, to aid early detection andtreatment of health problems plus care planning to ensure a smooth and safe transfer toadult provision.Main duties of the jobTo assess the physical needs of adults with learning disabilities (LD) and establish and evaluate appropriate treatment programmes.To manage a caseload of LD clients with specialist needs.To participate in multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment provision.To select and apply Physiotherapy assessments for LD caseload, addressing skill deficits, enabling the client in areas of independence, self-maintenance, inclusion, productivity and leisure.To work with LD clients to identify Physiotherapy goals as part of their overall care plan.To plan and implement individual and /or group interventions, in collaboration with theLD client, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for LD clients with multiple or complex needs in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.To demonstrate and apply a broad level of understanding of the effect of disability; and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and recommended adaptationsto the client's physical and social environment.To identify unmet needs in the service and advise the physiotherapy team leader as necessary.To provide support and education to LD clients and carers regarding aspects of Physiotherapy e.g., equipment provision, rehab programmes.To assess for the requirement of mobility and physical aids / equipment, ensuring that risks are considered and fully reduced by giving effective instructions for use to the clients and carers.About UsNorth London NHS Foundation Trust (NLFT) is committed to improving mental health care across North London to deliver excellent services to our local people.Our Five-Year Strategy:We will provide consistently high-quality care closer to home. With our partners in North London and each borough we will ensure equity of outcome for all We will offer great places to work, providing staff with supportive environment to deliver outstanding care.Why NLFT?We develop and retain our staff through leadership behaviours and managers programme and many more opportunities. We promote flexible working and support staff with a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. NHS Discounts, generous annual leave and NHS pension scheme Excellent internal staff networkIn order to meet the needs of the Trust you may be required from time to time to work at different locations to your normal place of work. This may mean that you are required to work at any location that fall under Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey or Islington. The Trust reserves the right to require staff to work at such other places or locations as it considers reasonable and necessary on a temporary or permanent basis.DetailsDate posted01 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£44,485 to £52,521 a year Per annum including HCASContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number455-NLFT-0309Job locationsIntegrated Learning Disability Service258a Hertford RdEnfieldEN3 5BNJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease kindly refer to the job description and person specification in the attachment of the job advert.Job DescriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease kindly refer to the job description and person specification in the attachment of the job advert.Person SpecificationEssentialEDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONSCurrent HCPC Registered Qualifications in Physiotherapy: Diploma/BSc or Equivalent or International qualification Demonstration of commitment to lifelong learningDesirablePost graduate training in relevant clinical areas and related health subjects Accreditation to take Physiotherapy students on Practice placementsEssentialEXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGEPostgraduate PT experience relevant to Learning Disabilities. Experience of working in the NHS Extensive clinical experience including individual & group work HCPC registered Documented evidence of C.P.D.DesirableExperience in neurology and neurological conditions Experience in supervising / teaching staff / students / volunteers Leadership & first line management experience Experience of involvement in audit Member of Special Interest Group Understanding of resource managementEssentialSKILLS AND ABILITIESExperienced application of PT practice to Learning Disabilities Ability to work safely and effectively with people who exhibit challenging behaviour Ability to work autonomously 'set own priorities Ability to analyse professional & ethical issues Ability to build effective working relationships. Proactive team member Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage workload and determine priorities and delegate Negotiation skills Ability to organise & respond effectively to complex information Reflect & critically approve own performance Demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning skills Excellent presentation & training skills. Ability to promote self and profession. Ability to apply appraisal and supervision skills Ability to laterally think and problem solveDesirableWord processing and internet skills Critical Appraisal skills Ability to identify clinical shortfalls and development Ability to use resources to effectively meet clinical need.PERSONAL QUALITIESEssentialUnderstanding of PT outcome measures. Up to date knowledge of developments effecting PT practice. Knowledge of research process Knowledge of differing models of practice Knowledge of different approaches all 3 to treatment relevant to Learning disabilities Incorporating principles of Clinical Governance into day to day workload. Awareness of understanding in developing services in conjunction with NHS guidance Specialist knowledge & application of PT Assessments & Interventions relevant to adults with learning disabilities. Knowledge of techniques to manage aggression and challenging behaviour Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Understanding of risks involved in work in the community and clinical settings including travel.EssentialOTHER REQUIREMENTSMember of Special Interest Group Understanding of resource managementDesirableCar driverPerson SpecificationEssentialMember of Special Interest Group Understanding of resource managementDesirableCar driverDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameNorth London NHS Foundation TrustAddressIntegrated Learning Disability Service258a Hertford RdEnfieldEN3 5BNEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameNorth London NHS Foundation TrustAddressIntegrated Learning Disability Service258a Hertford RdEnfieldEN3 5BNEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)LNKD1_UKTJ #J-18808-Ljbffr