Highly Specialist Stroke Occupational Therapist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS healthcare provider in London is seeking an Occupational Therapist for their Stroke Therapy Team. The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and manage rehabilitation for stroke patients. Successful candidates will have a BSc in Occupational Therapy and significant clinical experience, particularly in neurology. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to innovative stroke care practices.

Qualifications

• Post graduate clinical experience at a B6 level or above within Stroke.
• Experience of leading service development initiatives.
• Substantial Clinical experience in the field of neurology.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Multidisciplinary Stroke Therapy Team.
• Oversee clinical management of stroke patients.
• Contribute to a 7-day working rota to ensure consistent care.

Skills

Clinical experience in the NHS or similar health service

Ability to assess complex cognitive presentations

Strong communication skills

Education

BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent

State registered (HCPC)

Job description

Job summary

Are you a driven and innovative Occupational Therapist ready to elevate your specialist practice? Join The Royal London Hospital, the leading tertiary Neurosciences and Major Trauma centre for North East London and Essex, and become a vital leader in our cutting-edge Stroke Therapy Team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work within one of London's eight designated Hyper-Acute Stroke Units (HASUs)--a centre of excellence for acute stroke rehabilitation and care. You will be instrumental in delivering high-quality, patient-centred occupational therapy from the Emergency Department (ED) and for patients temporarily placed on non-stroke wards.

Why this role is truly exceptional:

• Specialist Stroke PracticeApply and deepen your expertise in acute stroke rehabilitation, supporting patients from the earliest stage of their recovery journey.
• Leadership & Clinical SupervisionLead and mentor your therapy team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous professional development.
• Integrated Multi-Disciplinary TeamworkCollaborate closely with neurologists, physiotherapists, nurses, and other specialists to deliver seamless, holistic care.
• Service InnovationBe part of a pioneering initiative aimed at improving patient flow and experience across the stroke pathway--from ED onward--while influencing practice at a regional level.

Main duties of the job

• Lead a Multidisciplinary Stroke Therapy TeamOversee a team that includes Band 6 Physiotherapy and Speech and Language Therapy posts, delivering specialist care to stroke patients in the Emergency Department and on non-stroke wards.
• Advanced Clinical PracticePlay a major and specialist role in the advanced assessment, treatment, and clinical management of stroke patients--determining clinical diagnosis, functional deficits, and appropriate occupational therapy interventions.
• Service Efficiency & InnovationDevelop dynamic, efficient, and effective OT working processes to support a fully multi-professional team approach in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Service Development & LeadershipCollaborate with Clinical Lead Therapists to shape and evolve the service in response to changing health and social care priorities.
• Team Management & Cross-Speciality WorkBe responsible for a team within your clinical area, with the potential to work across more than one speciality.
• Support a 7-Day Service ModelContribute to a 7-day working rota to ensure consistent, high-quality care.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Details Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£56,276 to £63,176 a year Per annum inc

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

259-7376505RLH

Job locations

Royal London Hospital

London

E1 1FR

Job description Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within our organisation, as some of our sites fall under inner HCAS, while others are classified as outer HCAS.

Job description Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within our organisation, as some of our sites fall under inner HCAS, while others are classified as outer HCAS.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent
• State registered (HCPC)
• Post graduate clinical experience at a B6 level or above within Stroke
• CRB clearance
• Clinical Educators Qualification

Desirable

• Member of the British Association of Occupational Therapy

Experience Essential

• Clinical experience in the NHS or similar health service across range of acute/rehab settings
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at post graduate course/training relevant to the specialty
• Substantial Clinical experience in the field of neurology
• Experience of leading service development initiatives
• Experience in providing formal teaching to the MDT staff on the care pathway
• Experience of managing the development of junior members of staff/students

Desirable

• Member of RCOT SSNP
• Leadership training

Knowledge/Skills Essential

• Knowledge of a range of clinical conditions, in relation to acute stroke
• Ability to assess, treat and appropriately discharge patients with complex cognitive presentations including PDOC & executive dysfunction
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels across the Department and Directorate
• Evidence based practice in the field of Stroke and acute rehabilitation
• Clinical Governance and its relevance to its impact on day to day practice

Desirable

• Experience of Splinting
• Experience of complex seating
• Knowledge of current and emerging NHS strategy and policy
• Knowledge of local community services and agencies (i.e. intermediate care, reablement)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent
• State registered (HCPC)
• Post graduate clinical experience at a B6 level or above within Stroke
• CRB clearance
• Clinical Educators Qualification

Desirable

• Member of the British Association of Occupational Therapy

Experience Essential

• Clinical experience in the NHS or similar health service across range of acute/rehab settings
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at post graduate course/training relevant to the specialty
• Substantial Clinical experience in the field of neurology
• Experience of leading service development initiatives
• Experience in providing formal teaching to the MDT staff on the care pathway
• Experience of managing the development of junior members of staff/students

Desirable

• Member of RCOT SSNP
• Leadership training

Knowledge/Skills Essential

• Knowledge of a range of clinical conditions, in relation to acute stroke
• Ability to assess, treat and appropriately discharge patients with complex cognitive presentations including PDOC & executive dysfunction
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels across the Department and Directorate
• Evidence based practice in the field of Stroke and acute rehabilitation
• Clinical Governance and its relevance to its impact on day to day practice

Desirable

• Experience of Splinting
• Experience of complex seating
• Knowledge of current and emerging NHS strategy and policy
• Knowledge of local community services and agencies (i.e. intermediate care, reablement)

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

London

E1 1FR

Employer's website

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

Employer details Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

London

E1 1FR

Employer's website

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