Head of Physiotherapy

Posting date:	13 February 2026
Salary:	£64,455.00 to £74,896.00 per year
Additional salary information:	£64455.00 - £74896.00 a year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	06 March 2026
Location:	Leeds, LS1 3EX
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	C9298-ATH-479

Summary

The post holder will provide both short and long term strategic, professional and managerial leadership for all staff within the profession providing the delivery of a Trust wide service and to other healthcare providers as appropriate. In conjunction and collaboration with key senior managers and lead professionals develop the strategic planning for professional and service development, redesign and modernisation with emphasis on clinical governance, quality assurance, risk management, staff management and workforce development Managerially accountable for a number of teams within one profession across all sites including satellite units based in other Trusts, as relevant, and may manage another profession/service if requested to do so. As part of the Adult Therapies CSUs Senior Team support the effective functioning of the CSU and the communication both within the CSU and across the Trust. The post holder will provide and ensure effective liaison and partnership working with key organisations e.g. Social Services, Leeds Community Health and Leeds Commissioners. Lead on professional matters relating to the specific profession in keeping with guidance from the Health Professions Council and professional bodies. Provide the professional advice for strategic development, service change and modernisation as a result of national and local priorities. Be responsible for delivery of safe and evidence-based clinical services to patients within this profession. Be responsible for the effective and efficient use of all relevant resources including staff, revenue and capital equipment across all sites. As guided by the Lead AHP interpret health policy and strategy as it relates to the profession and use it to inform and guide future strategy, policy development and implementation in the CSU. As the delegated budget holder, be responsible for control of all budgets in your remit. Work with relevant partners including university education providers to provide quality assured clinical placement training for students within the profession. In liaison as appropriate with LTHTs Research and Innovation department, develop audit and research within the relevant profession to ensure a safe and evidence based service to patients. JOB DIMENSIONS To provide professional advice to the Trust on complex clinical, ethical, legal and service issues relating to practice. To provide effective and visible leadership for the profession. To work with colleagues to develop the AHP research strategy to inform practice, education and policy in relation to improving patient care and delivery. Be responsible for and manage all aspects of clinical governance, strategic and business planning, devolved financial management and human resource management for the specific profession and any other services within the remit of the post. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Degree/post graduate diploma or equivalent Attendance on relevant specialist accredited postgraduate courses at masters level or equivalent demonstrable experience Health and Care Professions Council ( HCPC ) Registrant Experience Considerable Clinical and managerial experience within the profession. Working knowledge of appraisal, research, clinical audit and standard setting Working with a wide range of senior professionals including medical, nursing, therapy and management colleagues and also outside agencies Management and leadership of a diverse team in terms of clinical specialty, location and skill mix Record of successful change management Skills Ability to communicate effectively within university and multi professional teams at all levels. Ability to make decisions, prioritise, organise, allocate and delegate work appropriately. Ability to teach, supervise and assess qualified, unqualified staff and students. Managerial and clinical leadership skills Financial management skills including budgetary control Excellent change management skills Skills in interpreting complex multi-stranded professional, clinical and business issues within the service Proactive in strategic and operational planning and management Maintains core professional skills. Knowledge Knowledge of NHS strategies and Health Care Standards appropriate to the role. Understanding of all relevant current professional issues In depth knowledge of Standards of Professional Practice Health Service Management Strategies e.g. human resources, finance, strategic planning. Working knowledge of the relevant NHS and Trust strategies. In depth knowledge of the undergraduate and postgraduate education agenda within the profession. Knowledge of clinical governance, quality of care and implementation of evidence based clinical practice within your remit Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking Good interpersonal skills Ability to work independently or as part of a team. The following are core values which relate specifically to this post: As a manager and departmental head the post holder is required to deal with individuals and other departments in a spirit of co-operation and openness. The highest standards of integrity are expected in all interactions and communications. The Trust expects the Head of Profession to demonstrate the highest standards of care for patients, visitors and staff. These include trustworthiness, careful attention to the individual and specific needs of those in their care, and an approach that values. CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS Effective people management Effective teaching skills with the ability to use various media Effective communication and time management skills Team player Professional approach Research conscious Clinical expertise Proven track record regarding ability to create lead and manage change successfully. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING An understanding of the organisational structure and working practices of the organisation to facilitate the provision of high quality therapy services to specialist areas. To have a relevant working knowledge of general health, organisational and occupational policies e.g. those set by the Professional Body, the Health Professions Council and National Institute for Clinical Excellence, and in conjunction with the Lead AHP and General Manager interpret and implement across the service within your remit. Knowledge of project planning and implementation PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Strategic Development and Leadership In conjunction and collaboration with key senior managers and other lead professionals develop the strategic direction of the profession and service across the Trust in line with national and local priorities proposing and implementing policies in the service Ensure the successful delivery of national and local priorities as set out in the corporate and CSU objectives As guided by the Lead AHP and General Manager interpret national and local policies and identify the implications for the service within your remit in the context of a whole systems approach. Work in close collaboration and partnership with service leads, managers and representatives. Promote an integrated and coherent approach to the development of the service across the Trust and facilitate improvements in line with best clinical and professional practice. Establish a whole systems approach to service improvements, maintaining an up to date knowledge of key issues and priorities within the profession. Ensure the effective development of interdisciplinary and interagency working within your remit. Formulate, produce and implement business plans/cases for the service within the framework of local and national priorities. Interpret National Service Frameworks and NICE Guidance, applicable to the service and ensure these comply with the patient and public involvement strategy. Work in partnership with CSU colleagues in service redesign and service improvement, to ensure options for the service within your remit are based on the analysis of information such as clinical practice, skill mix, activity, and resources. Employ change management tools to facilitate service development and where appropriate monitor and evaluate their impact. Take an active role in the public health agenda and support practitioners to be involved in public health initiatives to reduce health inequalities e.g. falls prevention and chronic disease management programmes. Contribute to identifying the requirements of the service within your remit in relation to estates plans. Provide leadership and mentorship to senior therapy personnel. Deputise for the and/or Lead AHP as necessary. To represent the CSU and/or lead on Trust and city wide Committees and National Groups, as agreed by the General Manager. Taken out examples To represent the profession on regional and national Working Committees as agreed by the General Manager. Workforce Development Take the lead role in workforce development of the profession, strengthening the core skills and key roles of all grades of personnel within the service. Influence key Allied Health Professionals, eg Professional Bodies regarding the learning and development needs of professionals at postgraduate and undergraduate level, preparing workforce-planning data as required for the service within your remit.