Occupational Therapist - Stroke

Chesterfield Royal Hospital Nhs Foundation Trust; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Counselling

Royal Mile circuit

Refreshment outlets

Onsite post office

Cash machines

Fruit and vegetable stall

Outdoor seating

Job summary

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join the Stroke and Neurology team. The post is Band 5, fixed term for 9 months, 34 hours per week, working part-time.

You will deliver OT within a 7 day service across hyper-acute, acute and rehabilitation on the stroke unit, collaborating with a supportive MDT and patients and families. The role offers regular supervision and opportunities to develop specialist clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent).
• Broad understanding of OT process and frameworks.
• Broad understanding of OT role in acute physical setting.
• Experience of working in a neurological speciality (placement experience accepted).
• Experience in acute physical setting.
• Experience of rehabilitation practice and ethos.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitation for people with neurological conditions.
• Manage a mixed acute and rehabilitation caseload in a busy setting.
• Work with patients and families in stressful and complex situations with excellent communication.
• Participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal; develop problem solving and specialist clinical skills.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Team working

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)

Job description

Job summary
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - Band 5
Fixed term (9 months)
Hours: 34 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Stroke and Neurology team. The post holder will work in a dedicated OT team alongside a supportive MDT, to deliver occupational therapy as part of a 7 day service. The role provides an opportunity to work across the stroke pathway; as the OT team covers hyper acute, acute and rehabilitation on the stroke unit.
The team is committed to delivering high standards of care across the whole patient pathway.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking applications from individuals with a passion for providing rehabilitation for people with neurological conditions. You will need to demonstrate time management skills and the ability to be flexible, to be able to manage a mixed acute and rehab caseload in a busy setting. Excellent communication skills will be key, as you will be working with patients and their families in stressful and complex situations. The successful candidate will also demonstrate good interpersonal skills and be committed to team working both within OT and the wider MDT.
Applicants will be supported to develop problem solving and specialist clinical skills essential for meeting the demands of this setting. Regular supervision will be provided and a staff appraisal system is in operation. department.
Please note, Stroke services across Derbyshire are undergoing a review and there will be some changes in service delivery in the future.
About us
Working for our organisation
As a trust we offer

• onsite parking,
• o counselling,
• o the royal mile (one mile circuit around the hospital grounds),
• a number of refreshment outlets,
• onsite post office
• cash machines,
• fruit and vegetable stall that visits throughout the week
• outdoor seating areas to facilitate staff breaks.

As a department we offer:

• departmental emotional support,
• regular catch ups with head of department
• regular supervision
• yearly appraisal
• in-service training programmes
• formal and informal support

Details
Date posted 17 September 2026
Pay scheme Agenda for change
Band Band 5
Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract Fixed term
Duration 9 months
Working pattern Part-time
Reference number 166-DCSC-8260785
Job locations Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Calow, Chesterfield, S44 5BL, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions.
We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager
The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, youll be able to make a huge difference.

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
• Broad understanding of OT process and frameworks.
• Broad understanding of OT role in acute physical setting.
• Experience of working in a neurological speciality (placement experience will be accepted)
• Experience in acute physical setting
• Experience of rehabilitation practice and ethos

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines.
• Experience of supervising other staff/students

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Demonstrates a specific interest in the post applied for

Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential

• Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement - Proud to CARE

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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