Specialist Occupational Therapist in General Medicine & Frailty

NHS; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will provide high-standard therapy interventions to patients with complex health needs, supervise junior staff, and contribute to the development of OT services. The ideal candidate has excellent communication and analytical skills, and a valid HCPC registration. Competitive salary and supportive work environment offered.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Regular supervision and CPD opportunities

Opportunity for service development

Qualifications

• Evidence of recent CPD.
• Clinical experience in areas related to specialty.
• Experience working as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist OT interventions.
• Perform OT role for patients with complex needs.
• Supervise and lead junior OT staff.
• Participate in planning and evaluating OT services.
• Provide training for students on placement.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Knowledge of standardised OT assessments

Ability to analyse complex outcomes

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Job summary

The Princess Royal Hospital Occupational Therapy Service is looking for someone with a passion for Occupational Therapy within medicine and frailty . This will be a 12 month fixed term contract to cover a maternity leave. You will need excellent communication skills and enthusiasm with the ability to work autonomously and as a part of the wider MDT.

You will be responsible for providing a high standard of assessment, advice, treatment and evaluation of patients that are admitted to one of our wards, including patients with varying presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions.

We would particularly welcome applications from Occupational Therapists with previous experience in a Neuro specialist setting as we have patients across all our wards with Neurological conditions who would benefit from neuro specialist Occupational Therapy intervention.

A flexible and adaptable approach will be necessary to ensure delivery of an excellent OT service across all pathways. We would also consider an experienced Band 5 wanting to develop to be a Band 6 or an internal secondment

We can offer:o A supportive working environment with regular supervision and CPD opportunities.o A strong profile within well-integrated hospital and community serviceso Opportunity to contribute to service developmento Development of highly specialist skills within various specialities

Main duties of the job

To provide specialist occupational therapy interventions using an evidence based, flexible and patient-centred approach, working within a Multi-Disciplinary Team to meet the health and social care needs of people who are referred to our services.

To perform a specialist occupational therapy role for patients referred to the post holder's clinical team with complex health and social care needs.

To provide supervision and leadership for relevant junior members of occupational therapy staff in conjunction with the team leader.

To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services within a designated specialist team.

To provide supervision and training for students on practice placement

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate information pack - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Details Date posted

31 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-7353937-AUG25

Job locations

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

Job description Job responsibilities

To provide specialist occupational therapy interventions using evidence based, flexible and patient-centred approach, working within a Multi Disciplinary Team to meet the health and social care needs of people who are referred to our services.

To perform a specialist occupational therapy role for patients referred to the post holders clinical team with complex health and social care needs.

To provide supervision and leadership for relevant junior members of occupational therapy staff in conjunction with the team leader.

To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services within a designated specialist team.

To provide supervision and training for students on practice placement

Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust orUHSussexand you are applying to accept this position as asecondmentopportunity, before applying you must seek agreement andauthorisationfrom your current Trust/Manager.Secondmentscant be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.

Job description Job responsibilities

To provide specialist occupational therapy interventions using evidence based, flexible and patient-centred approach, working within a Multi Disciplinary Team to meet the health and social care needs of people who are referred to our services.

To perform a specialist occupational therapy role for patients referred to the post holders clinical team with complex health and social care needs.

To provide supervision and leadership for relevant junior members of occupational therapy staff in conjunction with the team leader.

To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services within a designated specialist team.

To provide supervision and training for students on practice placement

Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust orUHSussexand you are applying to accept this position as asecondmentopportunity, before applying you must seek agreement andauthorisationfrom your current Trust/Manager.Secondmentscant be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.

Person Specification Experience/Qualifications Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Clinical experience in areas relating to speciality/post or able to demonstrate acceptable equivalent
• HCPC registered
• Evidence of recent and relevant Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Experience of teaching in a clinical setting
• Training in leadership and management
• Practice educators' course
• Member of The Royal College of Occupational Therapists
• Member of relevant RCOT Specialist Groups
• Experience working as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist
• Experience of working in the specialty field

Skills Essential

• Knowledge of the OT role, relevant standardised OT assessments and interventions in conditions relating to various acute specialities.
• Ability to establish and maintain communication on complex, potentially stressful topics in a range of situations, with individuals or groups
• Ability to analyse complex assessment outcomes, identify problems and offer solutions
• Ability to organise and respond effectively to complex information
• Assessment for and prescription of environmental adaptations and equipment provision; including skills in home visit assessment and function/ task analysis

Desirable

• Presentation and training skills

People Management and Development Essential

• Experience of Multidisciplinary working and partnership working with other agencies
• Supervision and mentoring skills

Desirable

• Audit and research skills

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Essential

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Person Specification Experience/Qualifications Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Clinical experience in areas relating to speciality/post or able to demonstrate acceptable equivalent
• HCPC registered
• Evidence of recent and relevant Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Experience of teaching in a clinical setting
• Training in leadership and management
• Practice educators' course
• Member of The Royal College of Occupational Therapists
• Member of relevant RCOT Specialist Groups
• Experience working as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist
• Experience of working in the specialty field

Skills Essential

• Knowledge of the OT role, relevant standardised OT assessments and interventions in conditions relating to various acute specialities.
• Ability to establish and maintain communication on complex, potentially stressful topics in a range of situations, with individuals or groups
• Ability to analyse complex assessment outcomes, identify problems and offer solutions
• Ability to organise and respond effectively to complex information
• Assessment for and prescription of environmental adaptations and equipment provision; including skills in home visit assessment and function/ task analysis

Desirable

• Presentation and training skills

People Management and Development Essential

• Experience of Multidisciplinary working and partnership working with other agencies
• Supervision and mentoring skills

Desirable

• Audit and research skills

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Essential

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)