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.
Details
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
Employer details
Employer name
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2UD
Employer's website
https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)










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