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Somerset NHS Foundation Trust First Contact Practitioner
The closing date is 12 November 2026
Job summary
We are seeking candidates who have completed their FCP Roadmap to Practice or are currently undertaking the taught modular FCP training route.
Are you an experienced and motivated musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapist looking for a new challenge as part of a dynamic, innovative and supportive team?If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Primary Care Networks across Somerset as an MSK First Contact Practitioner.Would you like to work within a forward-thinking service that is leading the way in improving MSK pathways and service delivery?We work collaboratively across Somerset to deliver integrated MSK services and a system wide host model improving access to the right care, by the right person, at the right time.Our integrated MSK service provides accessible expert assessment, diagnosis and advice, with a key focus on identifying the most appropriate care pathway and on supporting patients to self-manage and access local support within their communities.
Main duties of the job
Provide expert clinical care as an MSK First Contact Practitioner, assessing patients without prior GP consultation and determing the most appropriate management plan.
Use advanced clinical reasoning to assess presentation, interpret findings, formulate working and differential diagnoses, and implement evidence based care plans that reflect individual needs, goals and wishes, service availability and local and national guidance. Support individuals to make informed decisions about their care through shared decision making, exploring the risks, benefits and consequences of available options.Deliver supported self-management programmes, that encourage behavioural change, optimise physical activity and independence, and help people achieve goals relevant to their MSK condition. Provide clinical and strategic leadership for FCP services within a designated locality supporting safety, quality, education and clinical governance. Lead development and delivery of education programmes for primary care colleagues promoting biopsychosocial assessment and effective first line management of MSK conditions to maximise appropriate use of MSK services and resources.
About us
Would you genuine opportunities for growth and development within and beyond your role?You will join a network of advanced physiotherapy clinicians and become part of a highly skilled team committed to supporting your professional development, clinical progression and peer learning.You will be given protected time and opportunities to develop both yourself and others. Would you to feel supported and valued whilst caring for others?Alongside delivering excellent patient care we place great importance on staff wellbeing. You will join a warm and welcoming team that helped pioneer the FCP model within Somerset PCNs and understands both the challenges and rewards of the role.We work collaboratively across Somerset delivering services from a range of hub clinics and GP practices.
Details
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
184-OL-BL-5956
Job locations
Trustwide
The Crescent
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached full job description.This post is primarily based within the Sedgemoor locality, supporting Bridgwater and North Sedgemoor Primary Care Networks (PCNs). As part of our developing countywide MSK service model, there may be opportunities and service requirements to provide support across other Somerset localities in the future, and applicants should be prepared to work flexibly where required.You will also have opportunities to contribute to service evaluation, audit and research activities and to share our work through conferences presentations and publications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached full job description.This post is primarily based within the Sedgemoor locality, supporting Bridgwater and North Sedgemoor Primary Care Networks (PCNs). As part of our developing countywide MSK service model, there may be opportunities and service requirements to provide support across other Somerset localities in the future, and applicants should be prepared to work flexibly where required.You will also have opportunities to contribute to service evaluation, audit and research activities and to share our work through conferences presentations and publications.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Please see attached job description
Qualifications
Essential
- Please see attached job description
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trustwide
The Crescent
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trustwide
The Crescent
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Hiring Manager
Elizabeth Oxley
Details
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
184-OL-BL-5956
Job locations
Trustwide
The Crescent
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
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