(*) Specialist Stroke Occupational Therapist

VerseOne Group; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Band 6 Specialist Stroke Occupational Therapist role at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust offers exciting clinical experience within an acute stroke multidisciplinary team. You will provide specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to optimise functional independence after stroke and support timely discharge planning.

The post is maternity cover until 1 November 2027, with opportunities for clinical leadership, supervision of junior staff and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Member of RCOT.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development evidence.
• Clinical educators course.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for stroke patients.
• Lead on elements of the work and training within stroke OT.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervise junior staff and students.
• Coordinate care and support discharge planning across the stroke pathway.
• Deliver patient and family education and information.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Supervision

Team communication

Education

Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

RCOT member

Clinical educators course

CPD ongoing professional development

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

(**) Specialist Stroke Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 05 November 2026

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.

About us

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.

Job 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.

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

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.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

£39,959 a yearPer Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)