Physiotherapist (Phase 2)
Who We Are
The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide. We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn and be part of a world adapting to change.
Hedley’s Horizons and provide adults with disabilities day opportunities and activities that promote the ethos of lifelong learning and the importance of wellbeing in adult life. Hedley’s Horizons is a busy, vibrant and varied environment that supports disabled adults with cerebral palsy, communication and sensory impairments and complex learning needs including those with Autism Spectrum Conditions. We offer a choice of activities that meet peoples' aspirations, needs and preferences, thus offering a very individual programme with support from a highly skilled and dedicated staff team.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a an experienced Physiotherapist to join the Therapy team working in Hedley’s Horizons (adult day services). We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Physiotherapist to join our team. You would become part of an existing, dedicated team of therapists who strive to deliver best practice at all times. With opportunities to shape a service to meet the ever changing needs of those we support. The post holder will be passionate about the benefits of teamwork and be dedicated to developing and supporting this within Hedley’s Horizons.
We require a qualified and HPC registered physiotherapist with at least one year’s general experience to provide input to a caseload of individuals with complex physical, communication and learning difficulties. The focus is on a combination of individual and small group sessions delivered collaboratively and in an integrated way with the multi-disciplinary team. Rebound and hydrotherapy are strong features of the programme. There are good opportunities for CPD and clinical supervision.
We offer a busy, vibrant and varied environment that supports disabled adults with cerebral palsy, communication and sensory impairments and complex learning needs including those with Autism Spectrum Conditions. We offer a choice of activities that meet people's’ aspirations, needs and preferences, thus offering a very individual programme with support from a highly skilled and dedicated staff team.
Rebound therapy and hydrotherapy are strong features of the programme. The successful candidate must be physically fit and well enough to safely deliver hydrotherapy sessions on a weekly basis. We are fortunate to have access to a state of the art hydrotherapy pool and excellent rebound therapy facilities
This is a full-time role over 52 weeks. Annual leave entitlement is 33 days
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For more information, please contact our recruitment team on 0191 2381301 (We politely request no calls from recruitment agencies in relation to this post)
Why Work for Us
We also offer the following benefits to staff:
- 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Social working hours (Monday – Friday)
- Loyalty awards starting at 2 years’ service
- Wellbeing support (including occupational health, physio services and counselling services)
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Induction and ongoing training
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping
- Access to Blue Light Card
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to discounted Nexus Travel Corporate Pop Card (payments spread over 12 months and deducted from salary each month)
Click here for more information on the benefits available: https://www.percyhedley.org.uk/work-with-us/
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS and barring checks as well as other employment clearances such as referencing in line with our regulator’s legislation requirements.
Please note that this role is classed as regulated activity as it involves working directly with children and/or vulnerable adults. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview, and all candidates will be subject to an online check prior to interview. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013, 2020 & 2023) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
Please note it is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and the Percy Hedley Foundation has the right to respond appropriately.
As a disability confident employer who is registered and accredited by the scheme, we would encourage all applications but please reach out if you require any guidance or support in your application.
Please access the following link for our vulnerable adults protection policy:
This advert will close at midnight on 11th February 2026
