Integrated Therapy Lead

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Job Introduction

“The best thing about working for East Sussex is knowing every person who works here cares about our residents and wants to achieve the best outcomes for them.” Casey, Project Officer

Can you build a strong relationship with others and are you keen to make a positive impact on the therapy service provided? If you are a qualified physiotherapist, then this could be the role you’re looking for.

As the Integrated Therapy Lead, you will lead a team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and therapy assistants to provide outstanding rehabilitation and support  team development. You will work as part of our multi-disciplinary team to ensure quality monitoring, development of service and ensure the team are meeting the requirements of their roles.

The role is a 1 year fixed term-contract/secondment to cover maternity leave. You will be supporting both Milton Grange, a 37 bedded short stay intermediate care unit as well as the reablement team within Joint Community Rehabilitation (JCR)which is countywide.

This is a really rewarding role allowing you to work autonomously and be involved in the strategic development of the service being provided to our local population. You will see firsthand the positive impact your role is having in supporting people  back to independence and being able to return home. This is a really exciting time for Directly Provided Services with a focus on  growing and broadening access to our services. You will be instrumental in leading this change.

We are looking for candidates who:

•  Are qualified Physiotherapists with a HCPC registration.
• Have team leader/managerial experience
• Have excellent communication skills
• Are  positive and proactive.
• Have a full UK driving licence with own transport or able to demonstrate they can travel across the county.

To apply for this role, follow the ‘Apply now’ button above. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet the criteria as advertised drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.

Interviews will take place in person, week commencing 12th May 2025.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

If you would like to find out more information regarding the role or to visit the teams to understand the services, please contact Nicole Mende, Integrated Therapy Lead on 07821638418 or Audrey Franks, Operations Manager on 01323 466542

For putting my skills to good use 

Additional Information

Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Data provided as part of a job application will be processed in line with the privacy notice for job applicants.

DBS

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to gov.uk disclosure and barring service . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

Work Permits

 We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. 

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.

Reasonable adjustments

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.

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