Principal Physiotheraist

The Principal Physiotherapist will lead and oversee all physiotherapy services within the organisation, ensuring the delivery of high-quality rehabilitation programs while driving clinical excellence, service development, and team performance. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage physiotherapy services across the organisation. Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and performance guidance to Physiotherapists and Therapy Assistants. Develop and implement specialised treatment pathways and integrated rehabilitation programs. Deliver expert assessment and treatment for complex and specialised patient cases. Promote evidence-based practice and continuous service improvement initiatives. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure holistic patient care. Monitor service quality through audits, outcome reviews, and clinical governance activities. Conduct staff training and professional development sessions. Support client engagement initiatives and enhance patient satisfaction outcomes. Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, policy development, and service expansion. Represent the physiotherapy department in management and strategic meetings. Support marketing, community outreach, and rehabilitation education initiatives. Drive business growth and explore partnership, grant, and funding opportunities. Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physiotherapy recognised by the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC). Fully registered with AHPC and holding a valid practising certificate. BCLS + AED certification. Minimum 10 years of relevant physiotherapy experience in a hospital, nursing home, or rehabilitation setting. At least 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience. Strong expertise in rehabilitation services such as neurological rehabilitation, orthopaedics, or geriatrics. Proven experience in quality assurance, staff mentorship, and client relationship management. Experience in private practice would be advantageous. …