(**) Specialist Stroke Occupational Therapist

VerseOne Group; Basildon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Stroke Occupational Therapist (Band 6) for a 12-month maternity cover post in Basildon. The role is full-time (37.5 hours) with a salary of £39,959 per annum (pro rata for part-time) and a fixed end date of 1 November 2027.

The post involves acute stroke care within the adult therapy service and provides leadership to the team. The successful candidate will lead on stroke-related assessments, contribute to discharge planning and

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy required.
• Registered with HCPC.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD and professional development.
• Member of RCOT.
• Clinical educator's course desired.

Responsibilities

• Specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for stroke patients.
• Support timely discharge planning and equipment provision.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervise junior staff and students.
• Contribute to service development and meet SSNAP national stroke standards.

Skills

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Team leadership

Adaptability

Education

Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC Registration

RCOT Membership

Clinical Educator Course

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the biggest trusts in the country, following the merger of Mid Essex, Basildon and Southend hospitals in April 2020.

(**) Specialist Stroke Occupational Therapist

Band 6

Main area Occupational Therapy Grade Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity cover - contract end Date 1st Nov 2027) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 390-HC-CSS-BA-3810

Site Basildon Town Basildon Salary £39,959 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Salary period Yearly Closing 05/11/2026 23:59

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the onlyacute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.

Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.

We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.

Job overview

We are looking for Occupational Therapist who is keen to gain clinical experience within the field of Stroke as a Band 6 within a forward-thinking, supportive and friendly Adult Therapy Service.

This is a maternity cover post : Contract End Date 1st Nov 2027

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for OT and a desire to actively participate in all aspects of the role including working flexibly when required across the stroke team. You must be willing and able to lead on various elements of the work and training within this area of OT. You must be an effective team player with excellent communication and organizational skills and be able to demonstrate evidence of recent professional learning.

You will be able to access senior OT professional support and opportunities for clinical professional training and development.

Please note that this vacancy may close early due to number of applications

Main duties of the job

The Band 6 Occupational Therapist plays a vital role within the acute stroke multidisciplinary team, providing specialist assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation to optimise patients' functional independence following stroke.

The role supports timely discharge planning, equipment provision, patient and family education, and coordination of care across the stroke pathway. In addition, the post holder provides clinical leadership, supervision of junior staff and students, and contributes to service development, ensuring the service meets SSNAP and national stroke standards while delivering high-quality patient care.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Specialist Stroke Occupational Therapist role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Registered with Health and Care Professions Council
• Relevant CPD and evidence of ongoing, continual professional development.
• Member of RCOT
• Clinical educators course

Experience

• Post qualified experience working in a busy acute setting as a junior or senior occupational therapist
• Experience working stroke or neuro ward / unit

Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.

Please note, the selection processes at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills, and you will be required to declare on your application if AI has been used before submitting your application.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.