Therapy Practitioner - Exercise Lead | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	05 December 2025
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£27,485 - £30,162 pa
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	04 January 2026
Location:	Christchurch, BH23 2JX
Company:	Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	7599313/153-SP05341

Summary

Are you passionate about helping patients restore movement, improve strength, and enhance quality of life? Do you have a background in exercise instruction and a drive to make a meaningful impact within the NHS? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Exercise Lead to join our Musculoskeletal (MSK) Outpatient Physiotherapy team in Christchurch, Dorset.
About You:

To succeed in this role, you should have a strong foundation in exercise science or fitness instruction and a genuine passion for patient care. You should be organised, compassionate, and comfortable working in a clinical setting. Prior experience in a healthcare or physiotherapy environment is beneficial but not essential. Unfortunately this post cannot support visa sponsorship.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team within a respected NHS trust.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and development.
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
• The chance to make a tangible difference in patients' lives.

This is a support worker role and is not suitable for individuals seeking a registered physiotherapy post. The post holder will work under supervision of a registered physiotherapist and does not offer registered practice or progression into an autonomous physiotherapy post

Interview Date: 12th January 2025
About the Role:

As a Band 4 Exercise Lead, you will play a vital role in delivering tailored exercise programs to patients with musculoskeletal conditions, working alongside a team of physiotherapists and support staff. You will guide patients through rehabilitation exercises, provide support and motivation, and monitor progress to help them achieve their goals. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the recovery journey of our patients and to contribute to a compassionate and collaborative clinical team.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver safe, effective, and individualised exercise programs to MSK outpatients under the guidance of physiotherapists in a rehab gym and group exercise classes.
• Educate patients on exercise techniques, equipment use, and injury prevention.
• Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to physiotherapists to support optimal care.
• Collaborate with the MSK team to contribute to service improvement initiatives and enhance the quality of patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in line with NHS policies and standards.


This advert closes on Friday 19 Dec 2025

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