Clinical Lead Assistive Technology - OT or Clinical Scientist

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in South West London is seeking a Clinical Lead (Occupational Therapist or Clinical Scientist) for the Assistive Technology Service. The role focuses on delivering high-quality assessments and installations, leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient-centered service delivery. Candidates must hold HCPC registration and have extensive experience with Assistive Technology. This is a permanent position based at Queen Mary's Hospital, offering a salary of £64,156 to £71,148 annually.

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist.
• Postgraduate qualifications to Master's level required.
• Extensive postgraduate experience including 2 years within Assistive Technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality Assistive Technology service.
• Ensure patient-focused approach in service delivery.
• Lead service modernisation initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent communication

IT proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Motivation and service development

Education

HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

Postgraduate qualifications to Master's level or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

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 full license and access to a car for work purposes is therefore essential.

The role encompasses MDT leadership, management, education, research, and a commitment to patient-centered 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 improve service delivery continuously.
• 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 current 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, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

Details Date posted

12 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

200-7608043-DE-PT

Job locations

Queen Mary's Hospital (St George's)

Roehampton Lane

London

SW15 5PN

Job responsibilities

To provide a high quality, responsive Assistive Technology service for people with severe upper limb impairments of all ages

To ensure expert advice is available to clinicians locally and nationally.

To ensure a patient focused approach is embedded within all aspects of service development and delivery

Person Specification

Education, Training, Qualifications Essential

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Postgraduate qualifications to Master's level or equivalent

Desirable

• Membership in relevant clinical/special interest groups
• Training in leadership/management

Experience Essential

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

Desirable

• Budget management experience

Knowledge Essential

• In-depth understanding of Assistive Technology and disability
• Knowledge of national/local healthcare strategies and Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Insight into resource and contract management

Skills and Abilities Essential

• Leadership, motivation, and service development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• IT proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Ability to implement equality and diversity principles

Desirable

• Advanced influencing and negotiation skills

Personal Qualities Essential

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Queen Mary's Hospital (St George's), Roehampton Lane, London, SW15 5PN

Employer's website

https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)