B7 AHP for Hyperacute Rehabilitation Pathway Occupational therapist

NHS; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Southampton is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a new hyper-acute rehabilitation pathway. This role involves working within an AHP team to deliver specialized rehabilitation for patients with complex needs post-trauma or illness. Ideal candidates will have robust clinical skills, leadership abilities, and a passion for acute rehabilitation. The position offers a salary range of £47,810 to £54,710 per year, with flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Registered HCPC and advanced clinical skills in acute neuro-rehabilitation.
• Experience in day-to-day team management.
• Evidence of proven leadership and supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical skills in acute neuro-rehabilitation.
• Deliver high-intensity hyper-acute rehabilitation under consultant direction.
• Support patient journey investigations and contribute to project outcomes.

Skills

Enhanced leadership skills to work alongside a multi-professional team

Solid foundation in audit, research, personal and service development

Clear communication skills, both verbal and written

Education

Masters in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

Current HCPC registration

Job description

B7 AHP for Hyperacute Rehabilitation Pathway – Occupational Therapist

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. The closing date is 04 December 2025.

Main duties of the job

We have received funding via NHSE to develop and pilot a high‑intensity, specialised MDT Hyper Acute Rehab pathway at University Hospital Southampton (UHS). The pathway is led by a Rehabilitation consultant and an AHP Lead for patients with complex rehabilitation needs following major trauma or illness.

As part of this project, this role will involve working within a full AHP team on a 12‑month secondment at UHS. Posts can be full‑time or part‑time and are open to qualified professionals with robust B6 or B7 postgraduate knowledge and experience in acute neuro‑rehabilitation.

The team will be led by an 8a Clinical Specialist and you, as a B7, will be expected to support them and deputise in their absence.

Full patient care across a five‑day service may include bank holidays, on a roster basis. Flexibility in working hours is required.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England’s largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast, the Trust provides a flexible working environment with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion.

Job responsibilities

Provide advanced clinical skills in acute neuro‑rehabilitation and deliver high‑intensity, specialised hyper‑acute rehabilitation (HAR) under the direction of a Rehabilitation Medicine consultant. Work closely with the dedicated MDT to support a moderate number of appropriate UHS patients.

Contribute to the project by investigating the impact of acute intervention on the patient journey, including outcomes and length of hospital stay.

Support the B8a Clinical Specialist AHP Lead and deputise in their absence. Provide audit, research and service development input.

Person Specification

Essential skills

• Enhanced leadership skills to work alongside a multi‑professional team
• Solid foundation in audit, research, personal and service development
• Confident educator of staff and peer professionals

Professional qualification and experience

• Registered HCPC and advanced or postgraduate clinical skills in acute neuro‑rehabilitation
• Experience in day‑to‑day team management
• Clear communication skills, both verbal and written
• Desire and reasons for working in acute rehabilitation at UHS clearly expressed

Desirable skills

• Evidence of teaching to your own profession and students

Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Masters in Occupational Therapy or equivalent (highly specialist)
• Current HCPC registration
• Significant relevant clinical experience in physiotherapy practice
• Evidence of proven leadership and supervisory skills
• Previous experience within relevant clinical area
• Previous on‑call experience where relevant
• Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary team
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience of audit, evaluation or research
• Evidence of implementing change in a clinical environment
• Attendance at post‑graduation courses or conferences relevant to clinical area
• Understanding of healthcare priorities and political agenda
• Experience working in an acute hospital setting
• Leadership qualification or experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require submission for Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 per year, pro rata per annum.

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We do not accept CV applications.

We look forward to hearing from you.