Occupational Therapist

Job summary
We are looking for a forward thinking Occupational Therapist to join Community OT team based at Hollyfield House, Surbiton, as a bank colleague . We are an extremely friendly and supportive innovative service. We work on patents own goals and keep patients at the centre of everything we do.

The post would be clinically located at Cedars Ward, Teddington Memorial Hospital (TMH) where we have a 25 bedded rehabilitation unit. The Adult Community Occupational Therapy team provide an assessment, treatment and discharge support service to the MDT based on Cedars.Previous experience of ward work would be ideal.

Our services at Your Healthcare work closely together, and with other partners, in the provision of a heath and social care service to patients living within the Royal Borough of Kingston.

This is a bank role to cover maternity leave at TMH. There are a maximum of 30 hours available per week. The usual working hours are 08.00 16.00 . Details of the working week can be discussed with the contacts that are included in this advert or at interview .

You will be based at Cedars Unit, TMH although you will also need to be able to travel to our other sites and places of residence as needed.

Main duties of the job
To work as a member of the Your Healthcare Integrated Occupational Therapy team across all their working environments to provide an Occupational Therapy Service to patients who may have complex acute, chronic, or multiple pathology presentations requiring assessment and rehabilitation either an in-patient or in the community setting.

To formulate goal focussed treatment plans and delegate appropriately to technical instructors and generic care assistants who work as members of the multidisciplinary team.

To work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring the communication of information to all health and social care agencies involved, to meet the holistic needs of the patient.

To contribute to the of planning, coordination, delivery and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services provided in the rehabilitation services.

To provide supervision and support to less senior staff, assistants, other professionals and act as clinical educator for undergraduate students.

We encourage you to discuss your flexibility needs with us before applying or during the interview process. While we may not be able to meet every request exactly, we promise to fully consider your needs and accommodate them where possible. Please note that flexible working options may vary depending on the role.

About us
At Your Healthcare CIC, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-led health and social care services for residents in Kingston and providing specialised learning disability services in Richmond. As a Community Interest Company, we prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you to make a real impact.

Why Choose Us?

• NHS Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of NHS pay, Agenda for Change terms, NHS pension scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes
• Bureaucracy-Free Environment: Implement good ideas quickly and effectively without delays
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme and various staff discounts
• Exceptional Staff Experience: Join a supportive workplace with positive feedback from staff and patients
• Inclusive Culture: We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds
• Impactful Community Involvement: Have a real voice in shaping care as part of our membership organization. Your ideas and contributions matter

Join Us Today
We are looking for passionate individuals who value high-quality care, inclusivity, and community engagement. Join our forward-thinking, patient-centred team. Explore our career opportunities and become part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.

We recognise that applicants may choose to use AI as part of their application process. This is permitted, however please clearly state within your application where AI has been used.

Job responsibilities
Please find attahced full Job Description in under Supporting Information section.

Please reffer to full Job Description when completing your application.

Qualifications
Essential

• Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of relevant Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Evidence of a range of specialised, validated postgraduate courses.
• Relevant CPD Portfolio

Experience
Essential

• Ideally 2 years+ post graduate experience in field of rehabilitation (Hospital and/or community settings)
• Competencies of Band 6 gateway.
• Experience in a wide range of conditions found in the Care of the Elderly spectrum
• Experience in Assessment and Rehabilitation of Adults and Older People presenting with complex pathology
• Experience of clinical supervision of junior staff and students

Desirable

• Experience of functional and organic mental health difficulties

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Report writing and Computer literacy, Information Technology Skills
• Ability to plan and prioritise own caseload, organise plan and execute complex discharges
• Ability to build effective working relationships and actively contribute to MDT and Network meetings
• Ability to work under pressure and set priorities
• Working Knowledge and understanding Integrated Governance and the implications for services, including audit, risk management, health and safety etc
• Awareness and acceptance of the rights and needs of service users
• Clean, current driving licence and access to vehicle for work purposes

Desirable

• Specialist Clinical Knowledge and Skills in Rehabilitation
• Clinical knowledge and skills in functional and organic mental health difficulties
• Ability to influence and effect change using a range of skills including negotiation, teaching and assertiveness
• Understanding of National and local strategies, initiatives and guidance relating to NSFs, ICT , LTC

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.

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