Head of Physiotherapy

**About the role**

Are you ready to shape the future of Physiotherapy on the Isle of Man?

As an inspiring and strategic Head of Physiotherapy, you will provide professional leadership, operational oversight, and drive innovative service delivery, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Working across community, pre-hospital, and hospital settings, you will play a key role in integrating services, promoting patient independence and resilience, and shaping the future of the profession within Manx Care. You’ll drive workforce planning, business development, and governance, ensuring Physiotherapy continues to play a vital role throughout the patient journey.

If you're a forward-thinking leader with a passion for innovation and excellence in patient care, this is your chance to make a lasting impact on Physiotherapy services within Manx Care

**A workplace that invests in you**

**Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

**A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

**Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements; the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

**You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.**

Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.**

Free on-site car parking.**

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

**Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

**Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment. To find out more about our relocation package click here.

**Making the Isle of Man your new home**

A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover

You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.

**Working for the Isle of Man Public Service**

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

**Things to note**

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.

**Ready to apply?