Band 5 Occupational Therapist

The Princess Alexandra Hospital Nhs Trust; Harlow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver a service for acute inpatients. You will manage a caseload, assess, treat and evaluate patients referred to the service, and work within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality care.

You will work autonomously in line with the Code of Ethics and professional conduct and Health Professions Council regulations, with ongoing CPD and potential in-service training contributions.

Responsibilities

• Provide an Occupational Therapy service for Acute Inpatients.
• Take responsibility for a specified caseload including assessment, treatment and evaluation.
• Work as part of a Multi-disciplinary/Agency team.
• Work as an autonomous professional according to College of Occupational Therapy 'Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct' and the 'Health Professions Council Regulations'.
• Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development and contribute to the development of in-service training.
• Work under the indirect supervision of the senior occupational therapist and carry out clinical and administrative duties.

Job description

Job overview

• To provide an Occupational Therapy Service for Acute Inpatients at Princess Alexandra Hospital.
• Take responsibility for a specified caseload undertaking assessment, treatment, and evaluation of patients referred to the service
• To work as part of a Multi-disciplinary/Agency team
• Work as an autonomous professional according to College of Occupational Therapy 'Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct' and the 'Health Professions Council Regulations'
• Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development and contribute to the development of in-service training

Main duties of the job

• To provide an Occupational Therapy Service for Acute Inpatients at Princess Alexandra Hospital.
• Take responsibility for a specified caseload undertaking assessment, treatment, and evaluation of patients referred to the service
• To work as part of a Multi-disciplinary/Agency team
• Work as an autonomous professional according to College of Occupational Therapy 'Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct' and the 'Health Professions Council Regulations'
• Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development and contribute to the development of in-service training
• Work under the indirect supervision of the senior occupational therapist and carry out clinical and administrative duties.

Salary: Band 5 - £32,073 - £39,043 (pro rata, inclusive of 5% HCAS)
Hours Per Week: 18.75
Closing date: 05/11/2026
Location: The Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow
Employment type: Fixed term / secondment

About the organisation

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave, a national programme that's changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
This means we're working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.
We're a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.