Physiotherapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and innovative Specialist Physiotherapist to join the established Multidisciplinary Hospital at Home (H@H) service in Forth Valley. The Physiotherapy team is expanding to support additional Respiratory H@H beds.

As a Physiotherapist you will work in partnership with colleagues to facilitate early supported discharge of patients from the acute beds and prevent hospital admissions of acutely unwell patients in the community. These patients are managed in the H@H virtual ward.

The H@H Team offers a varied clinical caseload with excellent peer support and training opportunities. You will be expected to participate in quality improvement, evidence based practice and in-service training. The role will, involve the clinical supervision and appraisals of more junior staff, as well as undergraduate/pre-reg students.

We are looking for someone who has varied clinical experience across community and acute specialisms with an interest in respiratory, frailty and acutely unwell patients. The applicant should posses the ability to prioritise fluctuating workloads and be flexible in a busy environment.

The successful candidate will be supported in their professional development of enhanced clinical knowledge and clinical decision-making skills

The service operates extended hours over 7 days and covers the whole of Forth Valley from their base in Falkirk Community Hospital. Applicants must be able to travel across the Forth Valley area.

For informal enquiries please contact Karen Laird Clinical lead Physiotherapist karen.laird2t Hazel Webb AHP Coordinator hazel.webb2t

Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. NHS Forth Valley may be able to offer sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. If you are currently working in the UK on a Skilled Worker visa, transitional arrangements may apply.

Please note that sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre‑employment checks. For further information on visa requirements and sponsorship eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance .

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at

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Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

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Reference:
227923

Contract Type:
Permanent

Posted On:
14 Jan 2026

Closing Date:
28/01/2026

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