Senior Occupational Therapist — Community Rehabilitation

NHS; Cleator Moor; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in North Cumbria is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist for community rehabilitation. This role involves managing a caseload of patients, leading interventions, and providing supervision to junior staff. Opportunities exist for full-time and part-time work with flexible hours. The ideal candidate will have an Occupational Therapy degree and registration with the Health Professions Council. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £38,682 to £46,580 per year, and professional development opportunities are available.

Benefits

27-day holiday scheme

Access to NHS discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Post-registration clinical experience is required.
• Experience of supervising junior staff is necessary.
• Experience of working autonomously and on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined caseload of patients with health and occupational challenges.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
• Provide leadership and supervision to support staff.

Skills

Ability to work autonomously

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to build effective working relationships

Ability to reflect and critically appraise one’s performance

Ability to supervise junior staff

Education

BSc Hons in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

Registration with the Health Professions Council

Job description

A healthcare provider in North Cumbria is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist for community rehabilitation. This role involves managing a caseload of patients, leading interventions, and providing supervision to junior staff. Opportunities exist for full-time and part-time work with flexible hours. The ideal candidate will have an Occupational Therapy degree and registration with the Health Professions Council. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £38,682 to £46,580 per year, and professional development opportunities are available.