FCP Physiotherapist (0.5 FTE)
Part Time, Permanent
Salary: £40,871 - £50,927 per annum pro rata
Location: Bournemouth – Integrated Rehabilitation Centre & Primary Care Network Practices
Health Sciences University is a specialist, multi campus health sciences institution operating at the intersection of education, applied research, and clinical practice. Its integrated model brings together academic expertise and multiprofessional clinical delivery within a single ecosystem, positioning the university as a strategic contributor to national and international health workforce development. Working within active clinical environments ensures that research outputs are grounded in operational reality, supporting evidence-informed decision-making for policymakers, system leaders, and health service providers.
About the role
HSU Clinical Services have been delivering high-quality FCP services to our local primary care network for the past three years. We’re now looking for a motivated and forward-thinking physiotherapist to join us:
- First Contact Physiotherapy (FCP) within NHS primary care, in partnership with Bournemouth East Collaborative Primary Care Network
The role will be part of a team led by our MSK physiotherapy team lead in providing a First Contact Physiotherapy service, where you’ll provide high-quality, person-centred assessment and management within primary care.
This role is supported by consultant-level AHP leadership, with access to imaging, injection therapy. We are committed to your development, offering regular clinical supervision, structured training, and ongoing opportunities for CPD.
Why Work with Us?
- Be part of established MSK and FCP teams, working alongside GPs, imaging specialists, consultants, and the wider MDT.
- Deliver truly person-centred care, with seamless pathways into orthopaedics, imaging, and specialist services.
- Be part of a dynamic University based clinical team in a CQC registered service.
- Opportunities to contribute to teaching and education within the University.
- Consultant AHP led support with access to imaging, specialist services, and CPD opportunities.
- Join a supportive, forward-thinking service with opportunities for career progression, service innovation, and advanced clinical practice.
About the person
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced specialist physiotherapist to join our well-established First Contact services. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable post-registration experience, including musculoskeletal practice, and be a fully qualified First Contact Practitioner who has completed the FCP roadmap to practice — preferably with injection and/or prescribing rights.
You will be confident working independently while also thriving as part of a progressive, multi-disciplinary team.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum & Nationality Act 2006.
Benefits
- Competitive Employer's Pension
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Enhanced policies
- Subsidised clinical treatments
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
And many more
Contact
For an informal discussion please contact the People Team on [email protected]
To apply, please go to https://www.hsu.ac.uk/about/join-us/ to complete an online application form. Completed application forms should be submitted by midnight on the closing date. Please note that CVs will not be considered as a substitute for a complete application form.
Closing date: 11th September 2026
Interviews: TBC
We value diversity and inclusion at HSU and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a committed to having a diverse and inclusive culture which offers equality and opportunity for all. We operate Disability Confident and Mindful Employer schemes and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview scheme for applicants who are serving or who have served in the Armed Forces.
This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Pay: £40,871.00-£50,927.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
