Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Job summary
Occupational Therapist - Home Pathway
Band 6 - £45,953 - £54,254 inc HCAS per annum
Permanent - Full time 37.5 hrs

The post holders will promote independence utilising rehabilitation and enablement interventions, working collaboratively with a vast range of key health and social care teams and services within the community, as well as voluntary and public sector providers, to ensure the successful delivery of the Home Pathway Service in Bromley.

Your role will encompass completing complex assessment and treatment plans, developing and leading education and treatment, and occupational therapy service development. The post will primarily involve working with elderly patients and their families with a focus on goal-orientated treatment planning within their home.

Band 5 Occupational Therapist with previous rehab and rotational experience are welcome to apply as this will be a supported position.

This is a static community rehab post however; there is a possibility this will become a rotational post in the future. It is expected that the job holder will work across and support all community based and in-patient therapy services, as operationally required.

Interviews to be held around 30th Sep

Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be supported and upskilled to gain experience in a leadership role to include the following responsibilities;

• Supervision of junior staff
• Individual caseload management and supervision of team caseload management.
• Completing return to works and managing sickness as per the trust's policy
• Carrying out detailed and timely appraisals in keeping with KPI's
• Co-lead on the coordination of all discharges from the Home Pathway Team.
• Lead on therapy input in the weekly consultant led MDT.
• The post holder will be expected to streamline processes to support efficiency within the Home Pathway.
• Service development; a review of current Occupational Therapy services and an innovative approach to developing new aspects of the service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a creative Occupational Therapist to develop cutting edge professional services that really make a difference to individual patients.

About us
Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.

Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.

We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.

Details
Date posted: 10 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £45,953 to £54,254 a year
Inclusive of HCAS per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 848-BHC-260-26
Job locations: Central Court, 1b Knoll Rise, Orpington, BR6 0JA, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
The post holder has a responsibility to safeguard children, young people and adults at risk and will be trained to the appropriate level as determined by the post.

The post holder is expected to demonstrate the values of Bromley Healthcare including;

• Belonging
• Health and well-being
• Continuous learning and innovation
• Compassion

The post holder is expected to comply with all Bromley Healthcares relevant policies, procedures and guidelines; including the appropriate code (s) of conduct associated with this post.

The job description reflects the immediate requirements and objectives of the post. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the grade of the job, as directed by the line manager. This job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Masters qualification

Professional Registration
Essential

• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists

Training
Essential

• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Moving and Handling and Specialist Seating expertise

Skills
Essential

• Knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy assessments and intervention relevant to client group
• Knowledge of relevant legislation in relation to current practice
• Able to work autonomously and set own priorities
• Understanding of clinical governance

Desirable

• Evidence of contributing to Audit and evaluation

Experience
Essential

• Post qualification experience in a range of clinical settings
• Experience of multiprofessional working.
• Supervision of junior staff and students
• Full driving licence & Access to a car

Desirable

• Quality Improvement experience

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: Bromley Healthcare CIC
Address: Central Court, 1b Knoll Rise, Orpington, BR6 0JA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Service Lead, Sheila O'Loughlin, View email address on meeveem.com, View phone number on meeveem.com

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