Rotational Occupational Therapist, Band 5

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health trust in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Rotational Occupational Therapist to join their Band 5 rotation. This role involves working with multi-disciplinary teams providing comprehensive assessments and interventions. Candidates should have a degree in Occupational Therapy, be registered with the HCPC, and demonstrate strong communication skills. The position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits including a generous leave allowance, and opportunities for personal development and training within the NHS.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Discounts at local shops and restaurants

Qualifications

• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• Experience of working in the NHS in the UK.
• Deliver evidence‑based Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment.
• Manage own workload and prioritize appropriately.
• Demonstrate commitment to personal development and CPD.
• Valid UK Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and appraise less experienced staff.
• Organize and manage own caseload effectively.
• Communicate effectively with patients and multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical reasoning

Patient-centered care

Education

Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Rotational Occupational Therapist, Band 5

The closing date is 29 December 2025

We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational therapist to join our Band 5 rotation.

You will have an opportunity to work within our integrated therapy team working closely with multi‑disciplinary teams in our inpatient and outpatient departments, providing comprehensive assessments and intervention.

Core working hours Monday - Friday, but you will be expected to work within any shift or on‑call rotas in operation, which includes weekends and public holidays.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Responsibilities/Key Responsibilities

Progress to supervise and appraise less experienced staff, with the support of the team leader. Take on increasing responsibility for the day‑to‑day management of the clinical area.

Professional Development, Education and Training

Consolidate and learn new skills and competencies to provide holistic care using the Therapy Competency Framework, develop clinical reasoning and treatment techniques through active participation in training and development.

Management and Leadership

Be responsible for the organisation of own caseload and appropriately delegate to other staff members to ensure effective time management and assist the team in the running of the clinical area.

Planning and Organisation

Use clinical reasoning skills and techniques to assess, diagnose, plan and offer a range of treatment options; work as an autonomous practitioner with access to guidance from specialist therapists when necessary. Maintain clear, accurate and concise patient records in line with departmental and professional standards and include relevant outcome measures.

Communication and Working Relationships

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, provide patient‑centred care, encourage self‑management, maximise rehabilitation potential and ensure understanding of the condition. Work collaboratively with medical, nursing, other AHPs and colleagues.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

In addition to generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on‑site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is crucial to ensuring fairness, celebrating differences and creating environments where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.

To deliver the highest standard of care at Gloucestershire Hospitals, we foster an environment that promotes inclusivity, ensuring that both our staff can thrive and our patients receive services tailored to their needs.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council
• Experience of working in the NHS in the UK
• Deliver evidence‑based Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment
• Manage own workload and prioritise appropriately
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both verbal, non‑verbal and written when interacting with other team members, clients and other professionals
• Demonstrate working effectively as a team member
• Demonstrate an understanding of and interest in working for the Trust
• Demonstrate commitment to personal development and CPD.
• Valid UK Driving License

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.

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a year(pa pro rata if part‑time)