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Senior Physiotherapist
Location: Hillingdon, West London
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Physiotherapist registered with the HCPC in the UK? Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people with complex physical and learning needs?

Uniform Education is recruiting a Senior Physiotherapist for a specialist school in Hillingdon. The school provides tailored education and therapeutic support for pupils with a range of needs, including PMLD, SLD, Autism, and physical disabilities.

About the Role:

As a Senior Physiotherapist, you will:

• Lead physiotherapy provision within the school, ensuring high standards of care and evidence-based practice

• Assess pupils’ physical and postural needs, developing individualised therapy and mobility programmes

• Support pupils with motor development, positioning, transfers, and mobility to promote independence and participation

• Advise staff and families on safe handling techniques, specialist equipment, and seating systems

• Work closely with the wider multi-disciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, and teaching staff

• Contribute to EHCP targets, progress reports, and reviews

• Supervise and mentor junior therapists or therapy assistants as required

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health, and safety standards within all therapy practice

What We’re Looking For:

• HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist (essential)

• Significant post-qualification experience, ideally within paediatrics or a special school setting

• Expertise in postural management, hydrotherapy, and use of mobility equipment

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

• Patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting pupils’ physical development

• Enhanced DBS on the update service