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MSK (Musculoskeletal) Physiotherapist | 16 August, 2026 | Vacancies and careers with Royal Devon NHS MSK (Musculoskeletal) Physiotherapist Role Summary Are you a Band 5 Physiotherapist eager to advance your skills and specialise in a Musculoskeletal role? Join our innovative and supportive team at the Royal Devon, where your growth is our priority. We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Physiotherapist to join our friendly MSK service. This role is ideal for an experienced Band 5 who is looking to develop into a specialist position. About the Role For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role This post is a substantive position based in the Eastern Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Team at Tiverton and Cullompton. The post will be based across Tiverton & District Hospital and Culm Valley Integrated Health Centre. You will provide musculoskeletal assessment and treatment for a wide range of patients, referred from Primary Care GPs/First Contact Practitioners, Fracture clinic, Orthopaedic Surgery, Secondary Care Consultants, and other Healthcare Professionals. This is a varied role which includes different exercise classes across the hospital sites and in local leisure centres. Your team You will be supported by a team of experienced clinicians to help you reach your potential and you will be involved in mentoring Support Workers and undergraduate physiotherapy students. We are a friendly and dynamic team, who are always striving to provide excellent care for our patients. We provide the opportunity to be part of special interest groups, where you will be able to work with other team members on project work, training sessions and also the potential to be involved in research trials. Training and development opportunities are in high supply here, whether you are interested in clinical or leadership development courses we will support you in finding the best way to grow. We actively encourage CPD and you will have an opportunity to spend time with our range of specialists as part of your CPD. Innovation is central to Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) at the Royal Devon. Teams are involved in supporting research trials and we are exploring different models for first appointments to best meet patient needs. Support and wellbeing All new team members have a tailored induction and join our award-winning Buddy scheme. You will have a dedicated ‘buddy’ to help you find your feet in the first few days and weeks. Not forgetting, your team will be on hand to offer guidance and support, with regular 121s and appraisals. Plus, there is Trust wide events and activities focussed on wellbeing. Working Pattern: This role is full-time (37.5hrs per week) Monday – Friday. We have a flexible working policy that we are happy to discuss to establish suitable options for you and the department. Interview Date: Thursday 3rd September 2026 For further information please contact: Luke Gaffney or Victoria Wilkins, on [email protected] / [email protected] As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. About Us Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey. Benefits Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there. Salary is not the only financial benefit You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: • National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. • Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter • Car lease schemes. • The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). • Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you. Attached documents MSK (Musculoskeletal) Physiotherapist Salary Band 5: £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata Frequency Annual Vacancy Reference 185-35892-13853 Contract Type Permanent Closing Date 16 August, 2026 Job Category Physiotherapy Staff Group Allied Health Professionals Tiverton and District Hospital, Kennedy Way, Tiverton, Devon, United Kingdom Posted on 31 July, 2026 Spread the word Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Vacancies in the same category Community Rehab Clinical Lead (Internal Only) Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Band 7: £49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro rata Permanent Apply by 25 August, 2026 Posted on 11 August, 2026 Musculoskeletal Specialist Physiotherapist (MSK) (Internal Only) Tiverton and District Hospital, Kennedy Way, Tiverton, Devon | Culm Valley Integrated Centre for Health, Willand Road, Cullompton, Devon Band 6: £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata Permanent Apply by 25 August, 2026 Posted on 11 August, 2026 Community Operational Manager Intermediate Care -Therapy (Internal Only) Crediton Hospital, Western Way, Crediton, Devon, United Kingdom Band 7: £49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro rata Fixed Term Apply by 24 August, 2026 Posted on 10 August, 2026 Clinical Lead Physiotherapist (Internal Only) Nightingale Hospital, Exeter, Osprey Road, United Kingdom Band 7: £49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro rata Fixed Term Apply by 14 August, 2026 Posted on 31 July, 2026 This website is using cookies to improve your browsing experience. 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