Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Community

Atlantis Medical; Manchester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist for a community role. This position involves assessing and treating patients with complex needs, promoting independence, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must have a degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration, with prior NHS experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) required.
• Prior experience working at Band 5 level within the NHS.
• Full UK driving licence preferable for community travel.

Responsibilities

• Carry out holistic and person-centred occupational therapy assessments.
• Develop and implement rehabilitation plans.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EMIS

HIVE

Job description

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Community
(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 6
Job Role: Occupational Therapist – Community
Location: Meadway Health Centre, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Pay Rates: £20 – £23 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
Contract Duration: 20/05/2025 to 03/06/2025

About:
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest and most advanced healthcare organizations in the UK, offering a wide range of specialist and acute services. The Trust is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and is recognized for its innovation and excellence in clinical practice.

Job Overview:
We are currently recruiting a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the community team at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced therapist to work with a diverse caseload in a community setting, promoting independence and improving the quality of life for patients in their own homes.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in assessing and treating patients with complex needs, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring seamless care across the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out holistic and person-centred occupational therapy assessments in patients’ homes or community settings

• Develop and implement rehabilitation plans to promote independence and improve functional ability

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals including physiotherapists, nurses, and social workers

• Provide advice and guidance on adaptations, equipment, and assistive technology

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with NHS documentation standards

• Use EMIS (essential) and HIVE (desirable) systems for patient management and reporting

• Support timely discharge planning and prevent hospital readmissions

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

• Prior experience working at Band 5 level within the NHS

• Proficiency in using EMIS (essential); HIVE experience is desirable

• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organisational skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Full UK driving licence is preferable (community travel may be required)

To apply for this role, please reply with your updated CV and job reference number BS/17763/OT2.