Physiotherapist

MSK Physiotherapist – Band 6

Location:

 
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Trust – St Marks Hospital (Maidenhead), Churchill House (Bracknell), and Upton Hospital (Slough)  
 

Area:

 
Berkshire NHS  
 

Salary:

 
£Negotiable  
 

Job Type:

 
Locum  
 

Contract Length:

 
Ongoing  
 

Brief Job Overview

 
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated MSK Physiotherapist (Band 6) to join the Berkshire Healthcare NHS Trust on a locum basis. You will be working across key hospital sites including St Marks Hospital (Maidenhead), Churchill House (Bracknell), and Upton Hospital (Slough).  

This role focuses on delivering high-quality musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy assessments and treatment interventions to a varied caseload of patients presenting with acute and chronic conditions. You will work as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team to promote recovery, rehabilitation, and independence.  
 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist MSK physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
• Formulate individualised treatment plans based on clinical findings and evidence-based practice.
• Deliver a variety of interventions including manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education.
• Manage a mixed caseload of acute and chronic MSK patients, including post-operative rehabilitation.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to support patient-centred care and goal achievement.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive patient records in line with NHS and professional standards.
• Contribute to clinical supervision, peer review, and service development initiatives.
• Provide professional support and guidance to junior staff, students, and support workers as required.

About You

 
You are a confident and autonomous Physiotherapist with a proven background in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. You are passionate about helping patients regain function and quality of life through evidence-based assessment and intervention.  

Your clinical reasoning, communication, and time management skills will enable you to manage your caseload effectively and deliver the highest standards of patient care within a busy NHS setting.  
 

Requirements

• BSc (Hons) or Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification MSK experience (UK-based experience is essential).
• Previous experience within an NHS MSK outpatient or hospital setting is desirable.
• Excellent manual therapy, exercise prescription, and rehabilitation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient-centred approach.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good IT and record-keeping skills, familiar with NHS systems and documentation standards.

Contract & Working Pattern

• Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Days: Monday – Friday
• Contract: Ongoing locum position
• Salary: £Negotiable (dependent on experience)
• Locations: St Marks Hospital (Maidenhead), Churchill House (Bracknell), Upton Hospital (Slough)
• Code: U.84028.004011.XNEW

About the Service

 
The Berkshire Healthcare NHS Trust provides high-quality community and hospital-based care to patients across Berkshire. The MSK Physiotherapy Service delivers effective rehabilitation to support recovery and independence for adults with musculoskeletal disorders, injuries, and post-operative needs.  

You will be joining a supportive, collaborative environment with access to experienced clinicians, regular supervision, and opportunities for professional development within a forward-thinking NHS Trust.  
 

How to Apply

 
If you are an experienced MSK Physiotherapist looking for an exciting locum opportunity across Berkshire, we would love to hear from you.  
Please apply using the form on the page.

Code: U. 84028. 004011.B18847