Senior Occupational Therapist Orthopaedics | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider in Cambridge is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join its vibrant team. This role involves carrying a full case load, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, and supporting the development of orthopaedic services. The position offers various development opportunities and aims at providing high-quality patient care.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Subsidised car parking

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and teamwork.
• Experience in working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Carry a full case load without direct supervision.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Support the Team Leader in service development.

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in a vibrant Occupational Therapy department within the orthopaedic team. This role will involve opportunities to work across both elective and trauma services.

Responsibilities

• Carry a full case load without direct supervision while developing supervisory, project and service delivery skills.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, division and Occupational Therapy department.
• Build on orthopaedic and trauma knowledge and support the Team Leader to expand and develop the service across elective and trauma.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and facilitate efficient discharges from the acute hospital alongside the multidisciplinary team.

About the Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care.

The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services for regional, national and international patients. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Application Details

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. If you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: • applied for a Graduate visa • or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment • or the Trust has agreed to sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

Equality and Diversity

For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, applicants at risk of redundancy will be prioritised. Interviews cannot be guaranteed.

Timeline

The advert will close at midnight on 15 October 2025. Interviews are due to be held on 22 October 2025.

Benefits

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries, reduced-cost Stagecoach bus travel, free Park and Ride between sites, and subsidised car parking for eligible staff. On campus, hot food is available 24/7 at a reduced cost. A staff pod break space and colleague café provide rest and refresh facilities.

CUH is committed to helping employees achieve a good work-life balance with flexible arrangements where possible. If you would like to discuss required hours, please contact the provided person. Alternative working hours may be considered.

Eligibility

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Oct 2025