Occupational Therapist

St Elizabeth's; Much Hadham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction & supervision

CPD opportunities

Career progression

On-site facilities

Free on-site parking

Job summary

St Elizabeth’s Centre is recruiting an Occupational Therapist (Band 5/6) to support children, young people and adults with complex needs. You will join a busy multidisciplinary therapy team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions that maximise independence and quality of life.

You will work within a supportive, collaborative environment, receiving supervision, ongoing CPD and opportunities for specialist training.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration or pending for new grads
• RCOT membership is desirable
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to person-centred practice and safeguarding

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred occupational therapy assessments and interventions
• Support individuals with sensory, physical, cognitive, and emotional needs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including PTs, SLTs, psychologists and education staff
• Develop therapy programmes and specialist recommendations
• Support individuals to achieve meaningful goals and increased independence
• Provide guidance and training to staff and families
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments and clinical reviews
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation as per HCPC standards

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

RCOT membership

Job description

Following continued growth and internal development across St Elizabeth’s, we are expanding our teams and welcoming new colleagues to support our vibrant and diverse community.

Join Our Team at St Elizabeth’s

Are you a newly qualified Occupational Therapist looking to begin your career in a supportive specialist environment?

Or are you an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist ready for your next rewarding challenge?

At St Elizabeth’s Centre, we are looking for a passionate and motivated Band 5/6 Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated multidisciplinary therapy team supporting children, young people, and adults with complex needs.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly collaborative environment where you can build specialist clinical skills, contribute to life-changing outcomes, and progress your professional development.

About the Role

As part of our Occupational Therapy team, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic interventions that support individuals to maximise their independence, participation, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Depending on experience, the role can be offered at Band 5 or Band 6 level, with appropriate supervision and development support provided.

You will:

• Deliver person-centred occupational therapy assessments and interventions
• Support individuals with sensory, physical, cognitive, and emotional needs
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Speech & Language Therapists, Psychologists, PBS Practitioners, Education, and Care teams
• Develop therapy programmes and specialist recommendations
• Support individuals to achieve meaningful goals and increase independence
• Provide advice, guidance, and training to staff and families
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and clinical reviews
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with HCPC and professional standards

About You

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering high-quality therapeutic support.

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration (or pending registration for newly qualified applicants)
• Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy (RCOT)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to person-centred practice and safeguarding

What We Offer

• Structured induction and clinical supervision
• Supportive mentorship and CPD opportunities
• Opportunities for specialist training and career progression
• Collaborative multidisciplinary working
• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact every day
• Beautiful countryside working environment with on-site facilities

Why Join St Elizabeth’s?

• 27 days’ holiday + bank holidays (rising to 32 after 5 years service)
• Be part of a values-driven charity making a meaningful difference
• Ongoing professional development and specialist training
• Influence the development of high-quality clinical practice across services
• A beautiful working environment with free on-site parking
• Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Free on-site parking
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

Safeguarding & inclusion

St Elizabeth’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, vulnerable adults and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Some of our positions involve regulated activity relevant to vulnerable children, adults, and young people. It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in a regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group. Our vacancies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and Investor in People.