Specialist Occupational Therapist

Norfolk And Norwich University Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme and annual-le

Free Park and Ride service

On-site Nursery

Counselling support

Career development support

Job summary

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6) to provide specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for stroke and neurological patients within the Neurosciences service. You will manage a complex caseload, deliver evidence-based, patient-centred care, and lead on discharge planning.

The post offers supervision, annual appraisal, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to work with a multidisciplinary team in a world-class

Qualifications

• BSc OT; Health Professions Council registration; relevant post-graduate experience.
• Current UK registration required.
• Evidence-based practice; ability to work in acute/neurology settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for stroke and neurological patients.
• Manage a complex caseload; deliver evidence-based, patient-centred care.
• Lead on complex discharge planning; coordinate with multidisciplinary team and external agencies.
• Supervise junior occupational therapy staff, therapy assistants and students; contribute to service development.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

BSc OT

MSc OT

Job description

Job summary
We have a full time substantive post available as well as a full time fixed/secondment post.
The fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity is available until 30/6/27
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapists to join our Neurosciences team as part of a large and multiskilled workforce and help us ensure that we meet the Trust's vision to provide the best care for every patient.
We will support you to develop current/new skills with access to in-service training and professional development. You will receive supervision and annual appraisal; have access to peer support and encouragement to take an active role within your own continuing professional development.
Our busy and evolving world class teaching hospital is the 6th largest Trust in the UK, we have state of the art facilities for modern patient care of nearly a million patients each year and our passion for research and development is supported by our close links to the Norwich Research Park and University of East Anglia where our future Doctors, Pharmacists, Nurses, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists and of course Occupational Therapists are trained.
If you are enthusiastic, forward thinking and wish to deliver high quality patient care, then we would love to welcome you into our team.
Main duties of the job
The Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6) will provide specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for patients with stroke and a wide range of neurological conditions within the Neurosciences service. You will manage a complex caseload, delivering evidence-based, patient-centred interventions to maximise independence, recovery and quality of life.
Key responsibilities include undertaking comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, cognitive, perceptual, sensory, functional and psychosocial needs; implementing individualised rehabilitation programmes; providing equipment and leading on complex discharges; managing clinical risk, including moving and handling considerations.
You will play a leading role in complex discharge planning, working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues, community teams and external agencies to ensure safe, timely and effective transitions of care.
As a senior member of the team, you will contribute to service development and the promotion of evidence-based neurological rehabilitation. You will support and supervise junior occupational therapy staff, therapy assistants and students.
If you are considering applying for this post on a secondment basis, please discuss with your Line Manager prior to applying to ascertain whether this could be supported.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N and N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park and Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Details
Date posted: 20 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year, per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 234-26-F0989
Closing date: 29 October 2026
Job responsibilities
The successful candidates will demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, effective caseload management, excellent communication skills and a commitment to person-centred care. They will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the ongoing development of high-quality rehabilitation.
Clinical
To maintain a high standard of professional practice, working within the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of your own work including accountability for the management of patients in your care as an autonomous practitioner
To have knowledge of evidence as a base for practice, participate in service / multidisciplinary audit and research within the clinical area and use knowledge gained to achieve optimum outcomes for Occupational Therapy.
To prioritise own caseload
To independently carry out specialised assessment and appropriate intervention for patients with complex needs incorporating personal, psychological and spiritual needs in relation to self‑care, leisure and productivity.
Please view the attached job description for full details of the role, and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.
We are committed to providing the post holder with the opportunity to develop current/ new skills with access to in-service training and professional development. You will receive supervision and annual appraisal; have access to peer support and encouragement to take an active role within your own continuing professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
BSc OT
Health Professions Council registration
Relevant post‑graduate experience
Desirable
MSc OT
Experience
Essential
Specialist clinical knowledge and experience in the relevant clinical area within the acute setting or community
Experience of multidisciplinary team working
Attitude and Aptitude
Essential
Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: AHP OT Therapy Lead for Neurosciences, Olivia Gray, [e-mail], 01603646078