Occupational Therapist

North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust; Redcar; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting an Occupational Therapist to join the team in England. The role requires HCPC registration and a degree or diploma in OT, with experience of applying the OT process.

Applicants should demonstrate strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and be able to work under pressure. A driving licence or access to a vehicle is desirable to meet role requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy required.
• HCPC registration required.
• Essential OT knowledge and clinical skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Driving licence

Access to vehicle

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registered

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• To hold a degree or relevant Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registered

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of using the OT process as a student OT

Desirable criteria

• Postgraduate experience in OT

Knowledge & Skills

Essential criteria

• To display effective communication skills, communicating complex, sensitive and contentious information to patients, carers and colleagues
• To demonstrate analytical skills and judgement when dealing with a range of OT problems
• To display the ability to problem solve
• Ability to work under pressure
• Driving licence and Access to a vehicle for work purposes to meet the requirements of the role

Important

Once sufficient applications have been received this vacancy may close early.

Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)

It is the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.

Qualifications

Please note the essential qualifications required for the post are outlined within the Person Specification. You are required to provide original evidence of the necessary qualifications for the post at interview should you be shortlisted. You will also be required to provide original copies as part of the pre-employment check screening.

New Starters - Probationary Period

For any new employees commencing employment with South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, you will be subject to satisfactory completion of a 6 month probationary period. Please note that internal applications and individuals that are appointed to fixed term appointments of less than 6 months duration are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or a bank member of staff).

Employment References

As part of our pre-employment screening process, all applicants are required to provide references covering their last three years employment history including any gaps. Applicants are requested to ensure e-mail addresses for all referees are included on their application form. Personal references are not acceptable.

Working Hours

If the hours advertised for the post are up to full time (37.5 hours per week), applications are still welcomed from individuals who may be seeking to work less than full-time hours and all requests will be considered in line with the post being appointed to for the successful applicant.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Everything we do is shaped by our values: Respect, Support, and Collaborate.

At University Hospitals Tees we want our workspaces to be places where everyone feels welcome, valued and safe. We treat people with respect, and we celebrate the differences that make each of us unique.

We welcome applications from everyone, no matter your age, background, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family circumstances or beliefs.

We are here to support you throughout your application and at every stage of your career with us. We believe we work best when we collaborate, learn from each other and build teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Supporting disabled people and people with long-term conditions

We are a Disability Confident committed employer aspiring to become a lead employer in 2026.

This means we give fair and full consideration to applicants and will offer reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.