Specialist Occupational Therapist

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Wonford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Exeter seeks a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join a dedicated community team. The role involves supervising staff, providing high-quality patient care, and engaging in community visits. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and excellent IT skills. The position offers opportunities for professional development, flexible working arrangements, and competitive benefits including annual leave and discounts.

Benefits

27-33 days annual leave

Occupational health services

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Dynamic and motivated individual with a passion for high-quality patient care.
• Experience supervising staff and developing teams.
• Ability to manage community visits effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop Band 5 Occupational Therapists and students.
• Coordinate service delivery using the online MyCare portal.
• Support the Urgent Community Response Team during evenings and weekends.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Driving licence

Education

Relevant degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Specialist Occupational Therapist

Posting date: 29 September 2025

• Salary: £38,682.00 to £46,580.00 per year
• Additional salary information: £38,682.00 - £46,580.00 a year
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 13 October 2025
• Location: Exeter, EX2 5DW
• Company: NHS Jobs
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: C0023-25-1750

Summary

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role Are you dynamic, motivated and have a passion for providing high quality care to your patients? We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our large, well-established and friendly community team. Tiverton and Cullompton have excellent transport links and we are a short journey off the M5, giving quick access to Dartmoor, Exeter and Bristol. The North Devon Link Road can transport you to the beautiful shorelines of the North Devon Coast, Exmoor and Blackdown Hills, Area of Natural Beauty. You can also access direct trains to London from Tiverton Parkway, taking less than 2 hours. We are committed to the continuing professional development of all our team members and offer a supportive environment with regular supervision, CPD groups, training and peer support. We also have access to a Champions Network that links you with therapists who are keen to share the knowledge of their special interest. The successful candidate will be responsible for the supervision and development of Band 5 Occupational Therapists, students, and support staff assigned to them. Excellent IT skills are required to coordinate the smooth running of the service and utilise the benefits of our online MyCare portal. The post-holder will require a driving licence and access to a car to complete their community visits. The majority of shifts are completed 8.30 to 4.30 and the successful candidate will be entered onto the team rota for supporting the Urgent Community Response Team evenings and weekend shifts (with toil time provided to compensate). This is to support admission avoidance and facilitate timely hospital discharge to the benefit of our local community. Working Pattern: 27.5 hours per week. Interview Date: Tuesday 2nd September. For more information: Alice Scully, Therapy Manager, [e-mail]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.