Physiotherapist Physiotherapist
Registered AHP helping people restore movement and function after injury, illness or surgery. A large, competitive-to-enter profession.
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Strong on flexibility and AI resistance; held back by entry.
Can reach ~£84,000 via Clinical Director / Consultant-level Lead.
Mid-sized workforce (~19,728); stable (+0% YoY).
Highly resistant to automation — hands-on clinical work.
Strong work–life balance; regular hours.
Demanding entry — high study load, high competition.
5 onward routes; good flexible-working scope.
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What you'd do
- Assess movement and function
- Design and deliver rehab programmes
- Use exercise, manual and electro-therapy
- Educate patients on self-management
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Skills & requirements
- HCPC registration (allied health professional)
- Teaching / education qualification (e.g. PGCert Clinical Education)
- 2+ years post-registration experience
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