Deputy Head of Physiotherapy - INTERNAL

We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments OR SUPPORT needed. If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please either contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or alternatively contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 OR EMAIL abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.ukIf you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are short listed for this post, you will be contacted via your email account you used to apply for this post, therefore please check your account regularly.Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment processJob OverviewPLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY ANEURIN BEVAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARDAre you an experienced physiotherapy leader ready to take the next step in your career? Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is seeking a dynamic and visionary Deputy Head of Physiotherapy Services to join our senior leadership team.The post holder will provide direct line management and support to a number of Physiotherapy Operational Managers as well as professional and clinical leads within the specialities delegated to this post.In conjunction with the Head of Physiotherapy Service the post holder will be responsible for maintaining effective and accountable structures to ensure compliance with clinical, managerial, risk and financial governance requirements across the physiotherapy service in ABUHB.We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced physiotherapy professional who can demonstrate:HCPC registration and a degree/diploma in Physiotherapy.Significant experience in physiotherapy management and leadership.Proven ability to lead service change, strategic planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration.Strong communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.A commitment to clinical excellence, governance, and continuous professional development.Main duties of the jobAs Deputy Head of Physiotherapy Services, you will work alongside a second Deputy Head of Physiotherapy Services to provide strategic, professional, and operational leadership across a range of physiotherapy specialities delegated to this post. You will work closely with the Head of Physiotherapy Services, Clinical Directors, and other senior stakeholders to shape and deliver high-quality, patient-centred services aligned with ABUHB’s strategic goals.You Will Be Responsible ForLeading and managing designated portfolio areas within the physiotherapy service.Deputising for the Head of Physiotherapy Services across the Health Board.Ensuring compliance with clinical, managerial, risk, and financial governance.Driving service improvement, workforce development, and innovation.Representing the physiotherapy profession at internal and external forums, including national advisory groups.Working for our organisationAneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.OtherEssential criteriaAble to move around ABUHBAdaptableSkills & KnowledgeEssential criteriaAble to manage complex organisation relationshipsEvidence of critical appraisel skillsAble to manage complex personnel issuesEvidence of initiative / negotiation skillsAble to address the political challenges facing physiotherapyExperienceEssential criteriaExp as Physiotherapy Manager / Team LeaderExp of managing staffExp of collaborative/cross boundary workingExp of representing the Physiotherapy professionDesirable criteriaExp as a Senior Physiotherapy ManagerExp of leading / managing changeEvidence of leading strategic planning & innovationExp of complex business planningEducation/Qualifications/TrainingEssential criteriaDiploma/Degree in PhysiotherapyHCPC RegisteredEvidence of management/leadershipMSc or equivalent experienceDesirable criteriaMCSPActive participant in relevant interest group