What are the responsibilities and job description for the 244280 Specialist Physiotherapist Static (KA) position at NHS Lothian?
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found in the further information for this vacancy.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your applicationbut your answers must be your own.
This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.
Post Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist
Location -Lothian
Grade - Band 6
Contract Permanent
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Physiotherapist with strong neurology rehabilitation knowledge and clinical skills to join Lothian Community Neurology Outpatient Service within the Pan Lothian Rehabilitation Physiotherapy Service. As a Band 6 Physiotherapist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality rehabilitation to patients with complex needs following injury or illness. The service operates across Lothian, delivering care through satellite clinics, community visits, and outpatient settings, and supports specialist clinics such as Functional Electrical Stimulation and Spasticity Management. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and be responsible for supervising the clinical workload of Band 5 Physiotherapists, Clinical Support Workers, and Physiotherapy Students.
Essential Requirements
For more information, please contact Rachael Cottier Team Lead Physiotherapists Tel number 0131 537 9343 or email ;
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found in the further information for this vacancy.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your applicationbut your answers must be your own.
- Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
- Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
- Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.
This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.
Post Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist
Location -Lothian
Grade - Band 6
Contract Permanent
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Physiotherapist with strong neurology rehabilitation knowledge and clinical skills to join Lothian Community Neurology Outpatient Service within the Pan Lothian Rehabilitation Physiotherapy Service. As a Band 6 Physiotherapist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality rehabilitation to patients with complex needs following injury or illness. The service operates across Lothian, delivering care through satellite clinics, community visits, and outpatient settings, and supports specialist clinics such as Functional Electrical Stimulation and Spasticity Management. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and be responsible for supervising the clinical workload of Band 5 Physiotherapists, Clinical Support Workers, and Physiotherapy Students.
Essential Requirements
- Degree in Physiotherapy
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
For more information, please contact Rachael Cottier Team Lead Physiotherapists Tel number 0131 537 9343 or email ;