Lead Physiotherapist - #2171306

Job Title: Lead Physiotherapist

Location: Leeds

Contract Type: To be confirmed

Salary: £50,000–£65,000 per annum

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Clinician to lead and develop a team of physiotherapists within a private healthcare setting. This is an excellent opportunity for an advanced practitioner who combines clinical expertise with strong leadership, mentoring and service development skills.

The successful candidate will lead clinical governance, support the professional development of the clinical team and drive continuous improvements in patient care. Alongside leadership responsibilities, you will manage your own caseload, delivering expert musculoskeletal assessments, diagnoses and evidence-based treatment.

Working collaboratively with management and the wider leadership team, you will help develop clinical services, enhance patient experience and contribute to the continued growth and success of the clinics.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and mentor physiotherapists through clinical supervision, education and professional development.
• Oversee clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based clinical practice.
• Deliver clinical reasoning sessions, peer reviews, CPD activities and training for the wider team.
• Provide advanced musculoskeletal assessment, diagnosis, treatment and personalised rehabilitation programmes.
• Promote a biopsychosocial approach to physiotherapy and ensure treatment pathways align with evidence-based practice and NICE guidelines.
• Monitor patient outcomes, satisfaction, retention and treatment effectiveness using appropriate clinical measures and analytics.
• Develop clinical pathways and patient journeys that balance excellent clinical outcomes with the needs of private practice.
• Collaborate with management and senior colleagues to improve services and support clinic growth.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with HCPC, CSP and professional standards.
• Work with GPs, consultants and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Travel between regional clinics to support clinical teams and maintain a visible leadership presence.

Key Requirements

• Relevant professional qualification in Physiotherapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Extensive clinical experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, including advanced assessment, clinical reasoning and treatment.
• Demonstrable leadership experience, including mentoring, supervising or developing clinical teams.
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance, evidence-based practice and quality improvement.
• Experience developing clinical pathways and supporting continuous professional development.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• A patient-centred approach with a strong commitment to clinical excellence and positive patient outcomes.
• Understanding of the operational and commercial considerations of private physiotherapy practice.
• Willingness to travel between clinics within the region.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of £50,000–£65,000, depending on experience.
• An opportunity to take on a senior clinical leadership role within private healthcare.
• The chance to shape clinical services, improve patient outcomes and develop a high-performing team.
• Opportunities to lead clinical education, service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• A collaborative working environment with management and the wider clinical team.
• The opportunity to combine advanced clinical practice with leadership and service development.

About Us

Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals (ONHP) is a trusted healthcare recruitment provider specialising in connecting skilled clinical professionals with opportunities across the UK's private healthcare sector.

We are committed to matching healthcare professionals with roles that reflect their expertise, experience and career aspirations, while providing personalised support throughout the recruitment process.