The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 20 July 2025

Job summary

THE ROTHERHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST THERAPIES AND DIETETICS SERVICES Rotational Occupational Therapist Permanent Band 5 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is an innovative, high performing organisation which continues to develop and grow at pace. We are at the leading edge of health service reform and achieving outstanding results.

We aim to build a healthier future for our patients, their carers and families, our staff, and for anyone we care for. We are committed to implementing a vision that integrates hospital and community services and empowers our clinicians and managers to deliver real benefits to patients and their carers. We'll do this by providing healthcare services where they are most convenient and best suit our patients' needs.

The successful applicant will have

Current or pending HCPC registration

An interest in working in acute and community based setting

Excellent communication skills

Candidates who are considering Returning to Practice are welcome to make contact on the details below to discuss this as an option.

Main duties of the job

Our aim is to provide a high quality, efficient service to maximise patients independence and function with the intention of facilitating safe, timely discharge and prevention of hospital admission. There will be an opportunity to work with a wide variety of patients many of whom have complex needs.

Our 6 monthly rotations currently cover the following areas of practice and you will be based in one of these areas

Acute Inpatients

Inpatient Orthopaedics

Stroke Unit

Intermediate Care LocalityTherapy

Community Occupational Therapy

Paediatrics

Some of the rotations involve a weekend day as part of our 7 day service provision, but all posts require flexibility to work extended hours (currently up to 6pm Monday - Friday) also weekends and bank holidays.

All our teams Are based in

Multidisciplinary teams

Modern well equipped facilities

Have at least one Senior member of staff within the specialty

Commitment to preceptorship, supervision, PDR, CPD and staff training

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and entry level band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

10 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-05-062

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Planning and Organising

Essential

Demonstrates an ability to prioritise own and support staff workload and meet required timescales

Analytical and Judgement

Essential

Proven ability to prioritise and delegate

Desirable

Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance and that of others

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within a multi-professional team
Demonstrates skills & ability in use of computer packages on a regular basis

Physical/Practical

Essential

Able to demonstrate patient Assessment and treatment skills
Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines
An understanding of Professional Standards
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety in the work environment and implications for service area
Commitment to learning new skills and acquiring new knowledge

Communication and relationships

Essential

Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients/clients, relative/carers and staff.
Demonstrate effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
current or pending HCPC registration

Person Specification

Planning and Organising

Essential

Demonstrates an ability to prioritise own and support staff workload and meet required timescales

Analytical and Judgement

Essential

Proven ability to prioritise and delegate

Desirable

Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance and that of others

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within a multi-professional team
Demonstrates skills & ability in use of computer packages on a regular basis

Physical/Practical

Essential

Able to demonstrate patient Assessment and treatment skills
Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines
An understanding of Professional Standards
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety in the work environment and implications for service area
Commitment to learning new skills and acquiring new knowledge

Communication and relationships

Essential

Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients/clients, relative/carers and staff.
Demonstrate effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
current or pending HCPC registration

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.