Clinical Lead Assistive Technology - OT or Clinical Scientist

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a Clinical Lead for Assistive Technology, focusing on environmental controls. The role involves assessing complex cases, leading a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring high standards of patient care. The successful candidate will be HCPC registered, possess a Master's level qualification, and have extensive experience in Assistive Technology. This full-time position offers an annual salary ranging from £64,156 to £71,148, based at Queen Mary’s Hospital, Roehampton.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist or Clinical Scientist.
• Postgraduate qualifications to Master's level or equivalent.
• Membership in relevant clinical/special interest groups.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clinical standards are maintained within the service.
• Work autonomously to assess complex caseloads.
• Lead service modernisation initiatives in partnership with service leads.
• Collaborate with service users to continuously improve delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Motivation

Service development

Education

Master's level qualifications or equivalent

Registered with HCPC as Occupational Therapist or Clinical Scientist

Training in leadership/management

Job description

Clinical Lead Assistive Technology - OT or Clinical Scientist

Closing date is 26 December 2025

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Clinical Lead (Occupational Therapist or Clinical Scientist) to join our Assistive Technology Service based at Queen Marys Hospital, Roehampton. The successful applicant will join the team providing assessment, installation, and maintenance of environmental controls throughout the commissioned area (South West London, Surrey and West Sussex).

A driver with a full licence and access to a car for work purposes is therefore essential.

The role encompasses MDT leadership, management, education, research, and a commitment to patient‑centred service development.

Please note, all applicants must be registered with the HCPC as an Occupational Therapist or Clinical Scientist.

Main duties of the job

• Ensure clinical standards are maintained within the service.
• Work autonomously to assess a complex caseload and develop specialised individual provisions.
• Support and guide staff in clinical decision‑making, particularly for clients with complex or challenging needs.
• Maintain comprehensive, up‑to‑date knowledge of assistive technology, physical disability and management.
• Promote the service through liaison with referrers and visits to other services.
• Collaborate with service leads and users to evaluate, develop, and continuously improve service delivery.
• Lead service modernisation initiatives in partnership with the Head of Therapies, service users, other services and commissioners.
• Provide leadership to the MDT team, supporting high‑quality, patient‑centred multidisciplinary care.
• Review and participate in educational programmes for clinicians, ensuring they reflect evidence‑based practice.
• Manage budget and rostering responsibilities effectively.
• Manage team performance and any issues that arise.

About us

St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, the group will help us collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000‑strong workforce.

Education, Training and Qualifications

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist or Clinical Scientist
• Postgraduate qualifications to Master's level or equivalent
• Membership in relevant clinical/special interest groups
• Training in leadership/management

Experience

• Extensive postgraduate experience including 2 years within Assistive Technology
• Experience managing staff and change
• Experience with CPD, PDP, and clinical supervision

Knowledge

• In‑depth understanding of Assistive Technology and disability
• Knowledge of national/local healthcare strategies and Clinical Governance
• Insight into resource and contract management

Skills and Abilities

• Leadership, motivation, and service development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to implement equality and diversity principles
• Advanced influencing and negotiation skills

Personal Qualities

• Strong leadership and self‑management skills
• Comfortable working with diverse populations and stakeholders
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and therefore a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£64,156 to £71,148 a year (pro rata, inclusive of HCAS)