South West England
Physiotherapy jobs in Bristol.
Physiotherapy is one of the most consistently in-demand allied health professions in the UK, with pressure across musculoskeletal outpatients, respiratory cover, rehabilitation and community caseloads. Actionus places HCPC registered physiotherapists into locum, fixed-term contract, bank and permanent roles, and handles compliance, DBS and references before your first shift.
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Hiring in Bristol
What the Bristol market looks like.
Bristol anchors healthcare provision for much of the South West, with two large acute trusts plus significant community and mental health provision. Because the wider region is more rural, assignments in Somerset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire are often filled from the Bristol and Bath travel area.
Major employers in South West England
- —University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
- —North Bristol NHS Trust
- —Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust
- —Sirona care & health
Also covering
Bath · Weston-super-Mare · Gloucester · Taunton · Swindon · Newport
Typical settings
- NHS acute trusts
- Community and intermediate care
- Private hospitals and clinics
- Rehabilitation units
Common specialities
- Musculoskeletal
- Respiratory
- Neuro rehabilitation
- Paediatrics
- Community
- Orthopaedics
Physiotherapy elsewhere in the UK
- HealthcarePhysiotherapy
Band 6 Community Physiotherapist
Band 6 Community Physiotherapist required for a Locum engagement starting immediately. This post involves delivering expert physical therapy within domestic environments and local hubs to support patient recovery. You will join a dedicated team focused on preventing hospital admissions and facilitating safe discharges.
London£20 to £30 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - HealthcarePhysiotherapy
Neuro Physiotherapist
A Neuro Physiotherapist role is available on a Locum basis for a dedicated professional looking to excel in a clinical setting. This position involves managing complex neurological cases while delivering high-quality rehabilitation within a fast-paced environment. Joining Actionus means gaining a partner committed to your career growth, offering exclusive access to premium roles and a supportive, transparent recruitment journey tailored to your needs.
Birmingham£32 to £35 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - HealthcarePhysiotherapy
Locum First Contact Practitioner MSK Physiotherapist
Locum First Contact Practitioner MSK Physiotherapist required for an immediate start. This flexible position involves managing complex musculoskeletal presentations and leading patient pathways within a fast-paced clinical setting. You will deliver expert care, ensuring every individual receives a precise diagnosis and effective rehabilitation strategy from their very first appointment.
Manchester£28 to £32 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE →
Other roles in Bristol
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Head of Therapeutic Services
This Head of Therapeutic Services role in South West England offers a permanent 30 hour per week contract with hybrid working options. You will provide strategic leadership for an established charity delivering specialist support to children and families affected by trauma. The position involves overseeing service quality, safeguarding and multidisciplinary team management to drive organisational growth.
Bristol£50,000 to £65,000 per annumPermanentVIEW ROLE → - HealthcareBiomedical Science
Band 6 Biomedical Scientist
Band 6 Biomedical Scientist position available for an immediate start on a Locum basis. This specialist role focuses on the precise analysis of diagnostic samples within a busy department, ensuring all clinical results meet stringent quality benchmarks. You will join a dedicated team committed to providing excellence in pathology services through the use of advanced laboratory technologies.
Weston-super-MareLocumVIEW ROLE →
Questions
Physiotherapy work in Bristol, answered.
- What physiotherapy jobs are available in Bristol?
- Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent physiotherapy roles across Bristol and the wider South West England area, including nhs acute trusts, community and intermediate care, private hospitals and clinics. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
- Which employers hire physiotherapists in Bristol?
- Major healthcare employers in and around Bristol include University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, North Bristol NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust, Sirona care & health, alongside independent providers, local authority teams and primary care networks.
- What registration do I need to work as a physiotherapy professional through Actionus?
- You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
- How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Bristol?
- If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
- How do I get paid for temporary work?
- Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.
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