Senior Physiotherapist – Downend, Bristol
£42,000–£44,000 DOE | Performance Bonus | Flexible Hours (21–39 per week) | Career Progression
Senior Physiotherapist – LyfeHealth Downend
LyfeHealth Downend is looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Physiotherapist to join our growing private practice team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient outcomes while continuing to develop their own clinical expertise. You'll work within a modern, supportive clinic alongside experienced clinicians, with access to a structured professional development programme designed to help you progress towards Consultant Physiotherapist level and beyond.
Whether you're looking for a full-time role or greater flexibility, we offer 21–39 hours per week, making this an ideal opportunity for experienced clinicians seeking work-life balance without compromising career development.
About LyfeHealth
At LyfeHealth, we believe everyone deserves to move better, feel better and live better.
We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding patient care through evidence-based practice, continuous learning and exceptional customer service. Our clinicians are supported to become the very best in their field through ongoing mentorship, structured CPD and genuine career progression opportunities.
Why Join LyfeHealth?
We're committed to developing exceptional clinicians and providing genuine long-term career opportunities.
You'll benefit from:
- Salary of £42,000–£44,000 FTE, depending on experience (pro rata for part-time hours
- Performance-related bonus
- Uplift Scheme Bonus
- Fully funded CPD and tailored professional development
- Training opportunities including:
o AACP Acupuncture
o SOMM Diploma
o Advanced MSK Development
- Ongoing mentorship from experienced Physiotherapists
- Clear progression pathway towards Consultant Physiotherapist and Clinical Leadership
- Modern, well-equipped clinic with excellent rehabilitation facilities
- Busy private practice with a strong internal referral network
- Flexible working pattern (21–39 hours per week)
The Role
As a Senior Physiotherapist, you'll manage a varied private musculoskeletal caseload, delivering high-quality assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment plans.
You'll also play an important role in supporting and mentoring junior clinicians while helping to maintain the excellent reputation of the Downend clinic through exceptional patient care.
The role includes participation in a flexible rota, including regular weekend working to maximise patient accessibility.
About You
We're looking for a confident, motivated clinician who enjoys working within a supportive, high-performing environment and is committed to continual professional development.
You will have:
- BSc (Hons) or MSc in Physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
- CSP membership
- Strong experience treating musculoskeletal conditions
- Excellent manual therapy and rehabilitation skills
- Outstanding communication and patient relationship skills
- A proactive, organised and professional approach
- Commercial awareness and confidence discussing treatment plans
- A passion for delivering outstanding patient outcomes
- The ability to mentor and support less experienced clinicians
Experience within private practice, sports injury management or strength and conditioning would be advantageous.
Benefits
- Performance-related bonus
- Uplift Scheme Bonus
- Fully funded CPD
- CSP membership paid
- Private health insurance
- Pension scheme
- Company contractual sick pay
- Employee mentoring programme
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Free parking / nearby parking
- Structured career progression
- Modern clinic facilities
Job Types
Permanent
Part-time or Full-time
21–39 hours per week
Salary
£42,000–£44,000 FTE, depending on experience (pro rata for part-time hours), plus performance bonus.
Licence/Certification
- HCPC registration (required)
- Chartered Society of Physiotherapy membership (required)
Ability to commute/relocate
Downend, Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.
Join LyfeHealth
If you're looking for a role where your clinical expertise will be valued, your development invested in, and your career progression genuinely supported, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and why you'd like to join LyfeHealth.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £42,000.00-£44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Licence/Certification:
- Previous experience in Strength and conditioning (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Bristol BS16 6BQ (preferred)
Work Location: In person
