Locum Band 6 Acute Stroke Occupational Therapist

Your World Recruitment Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily PAYE

Weekly Umbrella payroll

Consultant support

Loyalty rewards

Travel assistance

Job summary

Your World Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Acute Stroke and Neuro Occupational Therapist (Band 6) in Peterborough to drive neurological rehabilitation during the critical recovery phase. The role focuses on restoring independence and improving quality of life for stroke patients.

You will perform neurological assessments, design bespoke rehab plans, and work within a multidisciplinary team while adhering to HCPC guidelines and trust protocols. Travel and accommodation support are provided.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration mandatory.
• Experience in neurology, brain injury or stroke settings.
• Full right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neurological assessments and design bespoke rehabilitation plans for acute stroke patients.
• Utilise advanced therapeutic techniques and equipment to manage cognitive and physical impairments.
• Maintain compliance with HCPC guidelines and Trust protocols.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support efficient discharge planning.

Skills

Neurological assessment

Rehabilitation planning

Discharge planning

MDT collaboration

Advanced therapeutic techniques

Education

BSc Occupational Therapy

MSc Occupational Therapy

Tools

Specialised equipment

Job description

Acute Stroke and Neuro Occupational Therapist (Band 6) | Peterborough | 15/09/2026 | £24.00 - £26.00 P/H

The Opportunity

Step into an Occupational Therapy role where your expertise in neurological rehabilitation is the catalyst for restoring independence and quality of life. As a senior clinician within the Acute Stroke team, you will navigate complex clinical pathways to deliver life-changing interventions during the most critical stages of patient recovery.

The Impact You'll Make

• Clinical Delivery: Conduct comprehensive neurological assessments and design bespoke rehabilitation plans for patients within acute stroke and neuro settings.
• Competencies: Utilise advanced therapeutic techniques and specialised equipment to manage physical and cognitive impairments effectively.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain rigorous professional standards in alignment with HCPC guidelines and Trust-specific clinical protocols.
• Skills: Manage high-volume workloads and contribute to multidisciplinary teamwork to facilitate efficient discharge planning.

Requirements

• Experience: Relevant experience in settings such as neurology, brain injury or stroke with full right to work in the UK.
• Credentials: Valid Occupational Therapy degree (BSc or MSc) and mandatory HCPC registration.

The Your World Advantage

• Daily PAYE or Weekly Umbrella payroll options.
• 24/7 dedicated Consultant support to manage your career trajectory.
• Exclusive Your Loyalty rewards and professional development incentives.
• Comprehensive assistance with travel and accommodation logistics.

About Your World

Our 2025 impact demonstrates our commitment to your professional success:

• Scale of Support: We filled 2,634,280 hours of clinical shifts last year.
• Candidate Success: We supported 5,565 healthcare candidates in reaching their career goals.
• Trusted Partnerships: We are a preferred provider for 770 healthcare organisations across 7 distinct frameworks.