Greater Manchester
Physiotherapy jobs in Manchester.
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.
Hiring in Manchester
What the Manchester market looks like.
Greater Manchester operates one of the largest integrated care systems in England, and its scale means assignments frequently span multiple sites under a single trust. Devolved health and social care commissioning has also pushed a lot of demand into community, discharge and reablement teams rather than acute wards alone.
Major employers in Greater Manchester
- —Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- —Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
- —Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
- —The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Also covering
Salford · Stockport · Oldham · Bolton · Wigan · Trafford · Rochdale
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 →
Other roles in Manchester
- Life SciencesBiopharmaceuticals
Validation and Compliance Specialist
Validation and Compliance Specialist required for a permanent role based in Manchester. This position involves overseeing quality compliance and validation protocols within a busy biopharmaceuticals environment. The successful candidate will ensure all processes meet strict industry regulations while supporting ongoing facility improvements.
Manchester£50,000 to £70,000 per annumPermanentVIEW ROLE → - HealthcareBiomedical Science
Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Mental Health Occupational Therapist required for an immediate Locum position within a dedicated clinical environment. This role focuses on delivering specialised rehabilitative interventions and personalised care pathways for individuals managing complex psychological needs. You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice and therapeutic engagement.
Manchester£20 to £35 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - Social Care
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist required for a locum position focused on enhancing independence for adult service users within a community setting. This rewarding role involves conducting detailed functional evaluations and coordinating complex equipment installations to improve daily living standards. You will act as a vital link between statutory services and local residents, ensuring high-quality outcomes through expert clinical advice.
Greater Manchester£30 - £35 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE →
Questions
Physiotherapy work in Manchester, answered.
- What physiotherapy jobs are available in Manchester?
- Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent physiotherapy roles across Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester 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 Manchester?
- Major healthcare employers in and around Manchester include Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, 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 Manchester?
- 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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