Lead Stroke OT Specialist - Band 7

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

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust in Guildford is recruiting a Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist (AfC Band 7) on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. The role covers a Stroke team caseload with full-time hours (37.5 per week) and a focus on stroke rehabilitation and MDT collaboration.

The post requires current HCPC registration, NHS experience, and a senior OT background. The department values patient-centred care and supports professional development within a well-established team.

Qualifications

• This role requires HCPC registration and registration as a state-registered Occupational Therapist.
• Diploma/ Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognised awarding body.
• Experience at band 7 or senior OT level is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise junior and senior Occupational Therapy staff and support workers.
• Lead stroke rehabilitation and discharge planning within the MDT.
• Develop new pathways to enhance patient experience and service delivery.

Skills

Stroke rehabilitation

HCPC registration

Acute NHS experience

Education

Bachelor/Master in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust in Guildford is recruiting a Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist (AfC Band 7) on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. The role covers a Stroke team caseload with full-time hours (37.5 per week) and a focus on stroke rehabilitation and MDT collaboration.

The post requires current HCPC registration, NHS experience, and a senior OT background. The department values patient-centred care and supports professional development within a well-established team.