Physiotherapist Breast Care | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	04 February 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£38,682 - £46,580 Per Annum (Pro Rata)
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	06 March 2026
Location:	Wythenshawe Manchester, M23 9LT
Company:	Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	7708037/349-CSS-7708037

Summary

Band 6 Physiotherapist Breast Surgery

11 Months Fixed Term Contract or Secondment

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Physiotherapist with Band 5 rotational experience to work within our dynamic team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible physiotherapist ideally with NHS experience, willing to develop skills and knowledge in the management of breast cancer and rehabilitation. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills and be committed to working within a multidisciplinary team. This post will be fully supported by the clinical lead.

The Nightingale and Prevent Breast cancer Centre, based in the South of the city at the Wythenshawe site is Europe’s first purpose-built unit with several key services that integrate a diagnostic and treatment pathway for all patients affected by breast cancer. The Nightingale Centre offers an integrated physiotherapy service committed to forward thinking patient care, rehabilitation and improving patient outcomes for patients with often complex needs

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is home to the Manchester Breast Service, the largest Breast Oncology service in the country. The service runs across 2 sites serving the population of Greater Manchester and surrounding areas with a national and international reputation for excellence in a high quality supportive and safe environment.

To help deliver a comprehensive physiotherapy service to patients in the area of specialty that you are working in.

To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with a diverse and often complex presentation. You will require excellent clinical reasoning to develop and deliver individual treatment programs and plan appropriate discharges, and be able to prioritise to clinical need.

To be responsible for organising and managing your own caseload to meet service need and patient priorities.

Be able to support, appraise and educate more junior staff, rehabilitation assistants and students.

Support your team leaders and deputise as required.

To have excellent communication skills with patients, relatives and be able to show empathy and understanding

Work as part of the therapy team and wider MDT demonstrating excellent communication skills.

Maintain Confidentiality, dignity and professionalism at all times.

To participate in the weekend and On call rotas as departmental policy

To maintain your professional standards of practice and codes of conduct and ensure any staff under your supervision maintain these as well.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

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MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.




This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Feb 2026

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