Associate Practitioner Pelvic Health Physiotherapy in Eastbourne with Sponsorship: Apply Now

Here’s your chance to grow your physiotherapy career while helping patients regain strength and confidence across East Sussex.

Location
Eastbourne District General Hospital, Kings Drive, Eastbourne, BN21 2UD

Type
Permanent – Part Time

Salary (£)
£27,485 to £30,162 per annum, pro rata (Band 4, Agenda for Change)

About East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (ESHT) is one of the most progressive healthcare providers in the South East, offering acute and community services across multiple hospital and community sites. They take pride in their supportive culture and commitment to development, giving every staff member a chance to grow while delivering safe and compassionate care. Joining ESHT means joining a team that values teamwork, inclusion, and personal growth as much as clinical excellence.

Job details

Benefits

• NHS Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution to secure your future
• Fully funded Level 5 Foundation Degree with structured support to achieve Band 4 competencies
• Staff development opportunities to help you reach your career goals
• Access to onsite nurseries and staff accommodation for convenience and comfort
• Free psychological support through the confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite parking available from £50 a year

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Health Care or equivalent qualification
• GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C or above (or equivalent)
• Two years’ experience in a Band 3 clinical setting
• ESHT Care Certificate or willingness to complete it
• Ability to travel independently across sites
• Strong IT and communication skills to support effective care delivery
• Desirable: Experience working within musculoskeletal (MSK) or pelvic health settings

Salary Details

This Band 4 role offers a salary between £27,485 and £30,162 per annum, pro rata. Your pay will reflect your experience and include the benefits of annual NHS pay progression.

About the Role

As an Associate Practitioner in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, you’ll support specialist physiotherapists across both acute and community hospital sites. You’ll help patients manage and recover from a range of musculoskeletal and pelvic health conditions, from post-operative rehabilitation to long-term care plans.

You’ll deliver group rehabilitation sessions for chronic low back pain and knee osteoarthritis while assisting in developing and monitoring treatment plans. Every task you do—from managing patient data to conducting safety checks—helps improve recovery outcomes and patient experience.

You’ll also work toward completing a fully funded Level 5 Foundation Degree, guided by ESHT’s Education Department and physiotherapy mentors. Once achieved, you’ll transition into a full Band 4 Assistant Practitioner post, expanding your autonomy and impact within the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist physiotherapists in delivering evidence-based treatments that restore patient mobility and wellbeing
• Support group rehab classes, helping patients build strength and confidence
• Collect and manage patient data to track recovery outcomes and inform service improvements
• Carry out health and safety checks using the ASURE system to maintain safe environments
• Work across hospital and community sites to ensure consistent, high-quality care
• Contribute to service innovation projects that enhance patient care pathways

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to ensure the safety of patients.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and a Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold holder. They are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring every employee has the opportunity to thrive regardless of background or identity.

Employer Details

• Company Name: East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
• Address: Eastbourne District General Hospital, Kings Drive, Eastbourne, BN21 2UD
• Contact: Wendy Maclean – Highly Specialised Pelvic Health Physiotherapist (wmaclean@nhs.net | 07786327007)

Reference Number
374-ED0611

How To Apply
Interested in taking the next step in your physiotherapy career? Apply today through the NHS Jobs portal and start building a future where your skills make a daily difference in people’s lives.