Specialist Occupational Therapist - Neuro Rehabilitation | Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is looking for a committed Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the Greenwich Community Neurorehabilitation Team. The role involves providing specialist assessment and treatment for patients with complex neurological conditions, developing treatment plans, and supervising junior staff. Candidates must have a Band 6 qualification and experience in neurology. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

Opportunity for continued professional development

Lease car scheme available

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with neurological conditions.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist neurological OT assessment and treatment.
• Develop and review individualised treatment plans.
• Deliver joint goal setting within the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide professional supervision to Band 5 OT and students.
• Support the development of the team in line with the Neuro Core offer.

Skills

Experience in neurology

High-level communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving approach

Clinical reasoning skills

Education

Band 6 Occupational Therapist qualification

Job description

Specialist Occupational Therapist – Band 6

Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post

Greenwich Community Neurorehabilitation Team is looking to appoint a motivated and committed Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist with a keen interest and proven experience of working with adults with neurological conditions. Ideally you will be an existing B6 OT wanting to further develop your specialist skills in neurology and community working.

You will be part of a busy community multidisciplinary Neuro‑Rehabilitation Team in the London Borough of Greenwich, working 37.5 hours per week (Mon‑Fri). You need to be a confident, autonomous practitioner with high‑level communication skills, a flexible problem‑solving approach, good clinical reasoning skills, and be efficient in your time and people management. The service provides care in clients’ own homes, care homes, and the local community.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist neurological OT assessment and treatment to clients presenting with highly complex neurological conditions including Stroke, MND, MS, Head Injury, and Parkinson’s.
• Develop and review individualised treatment plans in line with the Neurorehabilitation service.
• Deliver joint goal setting and regular in‑service training within the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide professional supervision to Band 5 OT, therapy assistants and OT students, and develop supervisory skills.
• Work closely with other colleagues in the South East London sector and support the development of the team in line with the Neuro Core offer.

Qualifications & Support

• Band 6 Occupational Therapist qualification and experience.
• Experience and knowledge in neurology and community‑based rehabilitation.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle (lease car scheme available).
• Support and training from the 8a Clinical Specialist and Highly Specialist Band 7 OT.
• Opportunity for continued professional development, including in‑service training and quarterly peer supervision.

This advert closes on Sunday 2 Nov 2025.