Senior Occupational Therapist Surgery and Oncology

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their vibrant department. The role focuses on providing therapy to post-surgery and oncology patients while developing a new service in a state-of-the-art facility. Candidates should have the ability to manage a full caseload independently and possess strong communication skills. This full-time position offers flexible working arrangements and numerous supportive benefits.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Reduced-cost bus travel

Colleague-only café with free tea and coffee

Qualifications

• Experience in oncology and general surgery preferred.
• Ability to manage a full caseload independently.
• Eligibility for full-time permanent employment under UK immigration rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients following surgery, oncology, and palliative care.
• Develop and lead a new occupational therapy service.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Working

Independence

Leadership skills

Education

Qualified Occupational Therapist

Job description

Vacant Position

A Vacancy at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in a vibrant occupational therapy department within a centre of excellence for Oncology and Surgery services. The role involves providing occupational therapy to patients following general surgery procedures, as well as to oncology, palliative care and fast‑track patients. The post holder will develop and promote a new service specifically designed for the new Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital and will manage a full caseload independently while developing supervisory, project and service delivery skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to post‑surgery, oncology, palliative care and fast‑track patients.
• Develop and lead a new occupational therapy service at the Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital.
• Manage a full caseload independently and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team.
• Support the team leader in expanding and developing the service.
• Engage with other surgery and oncology related occupational therapy teams for professional development (e.g., PRIME, REACT, enhanced supportive care, hospice care).
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and facilitate efficient discharges from the acute hospital.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Qualified occupational therapist with experience in oncology and general surgery preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage a full caseload.
• Strong communication and team‑working abilities.
• Ability to learn non‑clinical, managerial and leadership skills.
• Eligible for full‑time permanent employment under UK Home Office immigration rules (student visa holders must meet graduate visa or skilled worker sponsorship conditions).

Working Hours and Benefits

• Flexible arrangements may include part‑time working, job‑share, term‑time working and flexible start/finish times.
• Supportive benefits: on‑site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries, reduced‑cost Stagecoach bus travel, free parkrun bus journeys, subsidised parking, 24/7 hot food on campus.
• Purpose‑created colleague‑only café with free tea, coffee and break space.

Applications

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

Comply with the following immigration conditions for a full‑time permanent contract: graduate visa, completion of course with graduate visa application before start date, or Skilled Worker sponsorship completed within 3 months of start date.

Applications will be given priority to NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough staff at risk of redundancy.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 30th November 2025. Interviews are scheduled for 11th December 2025.

Equal Opportunity

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or socio‑economic background. We also welcome applications from the Armed Forces.