Specialist Neuro Occupational Therapist

Central London Community Health Trust; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service provider in Hatching Green is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support adults with neurological conditions. In this role, you'll conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide therapy in various settings to help individuals regain independence. The successful candidate will hold a relevant qualification, have HCPC registration, and demonstrate a commitment to professional development. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £40,617 to £48,778, alongside career growth opportunities and modern facilities.

Benefits

Structured supervision and mentorship

Access to learning and development programmes

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Full, valid UK driving license and access to a car for business purposes is required.
• Understand complex medical conditions including neurology and multi-pathologies.
• Involvement in specialist short courses within Adult Rehabilitation and Neurology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic assessments and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Deliver therapy in clinic, homes, workplaces, and community settings.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines for integrated care.

Skills

Skills in assessment and treatment of complex neurological conditions

Good communication and report writing skills

Knowledge of interdisciplinary team working

Basic IT skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Education

Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy

Current HCPC registration

Evidence of up-to-date CPD portfolio

Job description

CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting!

Are you an Occupational Therapist passionate about enabling people with neurological conditions to live well? Do you want to use your skills to help individuals regain independence, confidence, and quality of life? If you're looking for a role where occupation is central to rehabilitation, and where you'll be supported to grow professionally, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

The West Herts Community Neurological Rehabilitation Service is a specialist team supporting adults with conditions such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, motor neurone disease, acquired brain injury, and complex post-stroke presentations.

Our MDT includes:

• Occupational Therapists
• Physiotherapists
• Clinical Psychologists
• Specialist Nurses
• Rehabilitation Assistants
• Skilled Administrators

We maintain strong links with local health and social care organisations, voluntary groups, and national networks.

Our base is Harpenden Memorial Hospital, a newly refurbished, bright, and spacious building with:

• Gym space for rehabilitation programmes
• Individual clinic rooms
• Virtual consultation facilities
• Staff collaboration areas

Outdoor seating and landscaped grounds

Main duties of the job

As an Occupational Therapist in our service, you'll apply your assessment, treatment, and evaluation skills in a variety of settings. Patients are seen in clinic, at home, in community venues, or virtually. You'll deliver both individual and group programmes, with creativity encouraged in design and approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic assessments and develop tailored treatment plans
• Use occupation to enable independence and wellbeing
• Deliver therapy in clinic, homes, workplaces, and community settings
• Provide telephone and virtual sessions where appropriate
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines for integrated care

Opportunities include:

• Structured supervision and mentorship
• Access to CLCH learning and development programmes
• Participation in national networking groups
• Involvement in service development and QI projects

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Help individuals regain independence and confidence
• Collaboration: Work in a supportive, multi-disciplinary team
• Professional Growth: Develop specialist skills with structured support
• Modern Facilities: Enjoy a newly refurbished hospital base
• Community Connection:Stay rooted locally while benefiting from CLCH's scale
• Flexibility: Balance your career with your life

PLEASE NOTE: All applicants must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

About us

Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
• Car lease scheme (only available for Band 5 and up)
• Flexible working options
• Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Job responsibilities

**Please refer to job description, person specification and CLCH Trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.**

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

• Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current HCPC registration
• Evidence of up to date CPD portfolio
• Involvement in Appraisal Scheme
• Attendance at specialist short courses or equivalent CPD activities within the specialist areas of Adult Rehabilitation, Neurology, Older People Rehabilitation
• Member of a Special Interest Group relevant to this post
• 1.7 Member of BAOT / RCOT

Skills & Knowledge

• Skills in the assessment and treatment of adults with complex neurological conditions and multi-pathologies
• Knowledge and understanding of complex medical conditions including, neurology, multi-pathologies and falls
• Knowledge of role of Allied Health Professionals and interdisciplinary team working
• Ability to apply core occupational therapy skills across a range of clinical conditions within a client centred, goal setting
• Knowledge of outcome measures and evidence based practice relevant to occupational therapy practice in neurology
• Knowledge of the National Clinical Guidelines for Neuro and the National Service Framework for Long term Conditions
• Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate clinical reasoning
• Good communication and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format
• Basic IT skills - Microsoft Word, Power point, Excel
• Teaching of junior staff / students, peers in in service training setting
• Knowledge and understanding of the role of Social Services and voluntary agencies
• Experience of community rehabilitation
• Supervision of assistant / junior staff
• Supervision of assistant / junior staff
• Knowledge and experience in research and audit
• Knowledge and understanding of National Service Framework for Older People, NICE Guidance and Clinical Guidelines for progressive conditions
• Knowledge and understanding of NICE and CSP/RCOT Fallers Guidelines

Key Attributes

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

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.

£40,617 to £48,778 a yearper annum, inclusive of HCAS