Rotational OT: Flexible Hours, CPD Time & Mentored Support

The Methodist Church in Britain; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Protected CPD time

In-service training

Nurseries on site

Training & research opportunities

Band 6 peer support group

Job summary

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a newly qualified or practising occupational therapist for a rotational post across community and hospital settings in Sussex. The role focuses on delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care and managing a personal caseload within a multidisciplinary team.

You will teach patients, carers and peers, participate in protected CPD time, and contribute to service development as part of a Band 6-led peer support group.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy (degree or equivalent).
• Current HCPC registration or near eligibility.
• Postgraduate or undergraduate clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, individualised care to patients.
• Manage caseload and prioritise work.
• Work in a multidisciplinary team and contribute to decisions.
• Teach patients, carers and peers.
• Engage in CPD and lifelong learning.
• Rotate between community and hospital settings.

Skills

Care planning

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Numeracy & literacy

IT skills

Professional code of conduct

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Assessment tools knowledge

Job description

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a newly qualified or practising occupational therapist for a rotational post across community and hospital settings in Sussex. The role focuses on delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care and managing a personal caseload within a multidisciplinary team.

You will teach patients, carers and peers, participate in protected CPD time, and contribute to service development as part of a Band 6-led peer support group.