Specialist Occupational Therapist
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Specialist Occupational Therapist
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] – Guildford, UK
£41,957 to £50,387 a year – Part-time – Permanent
Job Summary
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for a new challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our innovative and highly respected Hospital Outreach Support Team (HOST) as an Occupational Therapist Clinical Specialist. We are searching for a dynamic and adaptable therapist to support individuals in achieving their functional goals at home following their discharge from hospital.
- Clinical skills within this specialist field
- A flexible, dynamic, and forward thinking approach
- Strong knowledge across a variety of clinical specialties
- Exceptional communication, time management and interpersonal skills
- Supervisory experience to guide and develop less experienced staff, student and rotational staff
Main Duties
You will work alongside a supportive and skilled team of therapists, managing your own caseload while delivering outstanding patient care. This role includes some weekend and bank holiday working. What we offer: Professional and personal development, in-service training and clinical supervision, flexible working, peer support groups, dedicated CPD time, and participation in student training.
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. We provide joined up care bridging hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has given us an overall rating of Outstanding. We are investing in our colleagues and our physical environment. A video about [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo.
Job Details
- Date posted: 30 April 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £41,957 to £50,387 a year (per annum pro-rata includes high cost area supplements)
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 384-JH-EMF20285-B6-C
- Job locations: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Guildford, GU2 7XX
Job Responsibilities
The post holder assists in the development, administration and provision of a specialist Occupational Therapy service; carries a varied caseload of patients. Managing complex assessment, with predominantly physical conditions and with regard to the physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual and social aspects of their care. Directly responsible for the management of own caseload of patients with diverse presentation and complex physical and psychological conditions, referred for Occupational Therapy assessment, rehabilitation, treatment planning and discharge management.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Diploma/degree in OT by recognised awarding body e.g. Royal College of Occupational therapists.
- Must satisfy the criteria for full membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Further qualifications/study
- Driving licence (and use of own car for work purposes).
Knowledge
- Knowledge of the role of Occupational Therapy for people with a wide range of physical dysfunction
- Previous experience relating to specialist area.
- Experience of working in an acute hospital setting.
- Knowledge of relevant NHS and SS legislation.
- Experience with community/mental health conditions.
- Used to working in a busy environment
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and any other relevant IT systems.
- Experience of undertaking clinical supervision.
- Experience of managing and motivating a team and reviewing performance.
- Thorough knowledge of the Inclusion (equality and diversity) agenda.
Additional Information
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
Employer name: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Guildford, GU2 7XX
Employer's website: https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/
Contact
For questions about the job, contact: Deputy Head of Occupational Therapy, Isla Pavey – [contact hidden]