Specialist Occupational Therapist | Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service in South West London is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join their Multi-Disciplinary Team. The role involves assessing patients post-discharge, managing a caseload, and leading junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and experience in community rehabilitation. Flexible work options and comprehensive training are provided, along with a robust induction process.

Benefits

Car lease scheme

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Training and support

Qualifications

• Experience in community-based rehabilitation.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients for discharge from hospitals.
• Provide clinical leadership to the MDT.
• Manage and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Compassionate care

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Registration with HCPC

Job description

The Specialist Occupational Therapist (OT) functions as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to provide a seamless service to a group of patients.

The OT will develop, implement, and evaluate the Merton Enhanced Home-Based Rehabilitation Team (MEHBRT), ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of timely care within the trust.

The OT will clinically assess referrals from hospitals for patients who are ready to be discharged but have ongoing health or social care needs.

The OT will provide local clinical leadership and advice to Physiotherapists, Rehabilitation Support Workers, and the wider MDT within the CSU.

The OT will be responsible for the line management and supervision of junior staff within the service.

The OT will manage their own caseload, including complex cases, and request support from senior members if needed.

The OT will lead or support the team in achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) and maintaining service quality.

Within the MEHBRT, the OT will contribute to developing strong working relationships with statutory, voluntary, and independent organisations.

The OT will provide competent and compassionate care to patients with physical and cognitive difficulties within community and/or care home settings.

Find out more about working and living in South West London here: https://clch.nhs.uk/job/working-clch/clch-southwestlondon#!/select_sector

We care about our patients’ well-being and yours!

We offer:

• A comprehensive induction into the community service, followed by a local induction for the role
• Car lease scheme (available for Band 5 and above)
• Flexible working options
• Annual travel card loan
• Training, support, and career development

For more about our benefits and working with us, visit: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for the skills, knowledge, and experience required.

This advert closes on Wednesday 20 Aug 2025.