Lead OT: Stroke & Neuro Rehab (Band 7) Part-Time

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust; Guildford; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust in Guildford is seeking a Team Lead Occupational Therapist (Band 7) to lead a neurology/stroke in-patient rehab and neuro-oncology outpatient service. The role is for 26.25 hours per week with a substantive contract in a trusted, patient-centred department.

You will oversee a dedicated OT team, coordinate care across ward and community services, and contribute to continuing professional development within a collaborative MDT.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognised awarding body.
• Educated to masters level/degree level/NVQ/Certificate OR equivalent senior level experience.
• Satisfies the criteria for full Membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Must be a State Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Further qualifications/Study in specialist area.
• Member of the appropriate special interest group.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and treatment of patients on the ward within a Stroke/neuro rehab caseload.
• Supervision of Band 5s and 6s; support OT students on placement.
• Collaborate with Consultants, Nurses, Physiotherapists and Social Care to enhance services.
• Contribute to service development in line with national guidance.

Education

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters level/degree/NVQ/Certificate or equivalent

HCPC registration

State Registered Occupational Therapist

Further qualifications/Study in specialist area

Member of appropriate special interest group

Job description

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust in Guildford is seeking a Team Lead Occupational Therapist (Band 7) to lead a neurology/stroke in-patient rehab and neuro-oncology outpatient service. The role is for 26.25 hours per week with a substantive contract in a trusted, patient-centred department.

You will oversee a dedicated OT team, coordinate care across ward and community services, and contribute to continuing professional development within a collaborative MDT.