Major Trauma Rehabilitation Coordinator

Major Trauma Rehabilitation Coordinator (Physiotherapist) The closing date is 30 November 2025 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Major Trauma Service at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Major Trauma Rehabilitation Coordinator (Physiotherapist) to support patients with complex trauma needs throughout their entire care journey – from admission through rehabilitation and onward recovery. Main duties of the job This is a key role within the Cambridge Major Trauma Centre, offering the chance to work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. You will manage a complex caseload and deliver expert physiotherapy interventions, applying advanced clinical judgement and initiative to guide rehabilitation decisions. The complexity of care provides a stimulating setting with scope for innovation and service development. We are looking for someone with the knowledge and drive to help shape and enhance trauma rehabilitation pathways. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate rehabilitation across the major trauma pathway. Deliver specialist physiotherapy care tailored to individual trauma needs. Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and contribute to effective care planning. Collaborate with trauma specialties to ensure seamless rehabilitation support. Demonstrate proven experience working with neurosurgical patient groups. Apply specialist knowledge to complex trauma rehabilitation scenarios. What We’re Looking For We are seeking a highly organised and proactive professional who can demonstrate: Advanced clinical practice in trauma rehabilitation. Leadership and service development to drive innovation and improve care delivery. A strong commitment to education and professional development – for both self and colleagues. About us Our Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the Trust prioritises a quality service that is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised for providing ‘outstanding’ care and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, CUH reflects the skill and dedication of its people. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or socio‑economic background. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Additional requirements include: due to Home Office immigration rules, a full‑time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa unless a Graduate visa has been applied for or the Trust has agreed to sponsor you as a Skilled Worker within 3 months of the anticipated start date. This vacancy will close at midnight on the 30th November 2025. Interviews are due to be held on the 15th December 2025. Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we strive to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on‑site leisure facilities, a shopping concourse, and day nurseries. Our good work programme provides reduced‑cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital sites. Park‑and‑Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is travel to and from Cambridge train station. We also subsidise parking costs on site for eligible staff. Hot food is available 24/7 on CUH campus at a reduced cost, and we have recently launched staff pod break spaces with free tea, coffee, and a private outside area. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work‑life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part‑time working, job‑share, term‑time working, and flexible start and finish times. Contact for further details or informal visits Name: Bethany LanghamJob title: Major Trauma Lead PractitionerEmail: Telephone: Person Specification Qualifications Registered professional of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or equivalent (if physiotherapist) Member of the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) At least one relevant post‑registration course Proven CPD relevant to the assessment process/clinical area complex patient group Teaching qualification or equivalent Evidence of continuous professional development Master’s degree (Level 7) Research module Experience Significant relevant experience in the specialty and ability to demonstrate expert specialist physiotherapy skills Accept personal accountability for own practice Experience of formal/informal teaching Experience of initiating change Experience of managing patients requiring intensive‑care support (+/- ventilator support) within scope of practice Knowledge Understanding of evidence‑based practice Understanding of Clinical Governance Understanding of patient pathways, the complexities and how to support the patient through this Understanding of rehabilitation services in the EoE, including referral pathways for onward placements Ability to assess complex information, formulate a diagnosis and plan patient management using clinical reasoning skills and a range of treatment options Ability to solve problems within the team and make decisions where there are a range of options including clinical and strategic issues Assess and manage risk in own area Evaluation of clinical and non‑clinical interventions of self and your team Skills Excellent interpersonal skills Committed to person and team development Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments Administrative and computer skills Additional Requirements The ability to understand and behave at all times towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr