MSK Specialist Physiotherapist
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Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust MSK Specialist Physiotherapist
The closing date is 18 November 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Therapy Services Department at Harrogate & Ripon Community Hospital for an MSK Specialist Physiotherapist.
You will be involved in the assessment and management of a varied MSK caseload from Primary & Secondary referrals.
Main duties of the job
Successful applicant will be working within the MSK and Rheumatology teams.
- They will assess diagnose and treat complex patients.
- They will work autonomously and as part of a physiotherapy and wider health professional team.
- Involved in the education and mentoring of qualified staff and students.
They will also
- You will be working as part of the MSK team fulfilling the band 6 caseload.
- In service training, and CPD actively encouraged.
- Assessment and management of MSK patients.
About us
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Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
- A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
- Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
- Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
- Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
421-PSC-4071C
Job locations
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this position please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached. If you have any questions, please contact Fiona Webster - [email protected]
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this position please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached. If you have any questions, please contact Fiona Webster - [email protected]
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with HCPC
- BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
- Professional development diary
- Valid UK driving licence
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant Post Graduate Qualifications / Modules
Experience
Essential
- Minimum Post graduate1 year of Musculoskeletal experience
- Previous student/staff development
- Previous NHS experience
Desirable
- Previous NHS MSK experience
- MSc qualifications or working towards
- Evidence of diagnostic skills to manage and assess MSK conditions
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with HCPC
- BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
- Professional development diary
- Valid UK driving licence
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant Post Graduate Qualifications / Modules
Experience
Essential
- Minimum Post graduate1 year of Musculoskeletal experience
- Previous student/staff development
- Previous NHS experience
Desirable
- Previous NHS MSK experience
- MSc qualifications or working towards
- Evidence of diagnostic skills to manage and assess MSK conditions
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
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Operational Lead for Ripon Physiotherapy
Fiona Webster
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
421-PSC-4071C
Job locations
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
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