Occupational Therapist CINSS

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

The closing date is 09 May 2025

Job summary

Do you have the passion to make a difference to people's lives following a neurological event?

The expanding Coventry Community Neuro and Stroke Rehab Services (CINSS) are looking for a highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join their interdisciplinary team.To work on a part-time basis of 30 hrs.

The service is a community based interdisciplinary therapy team, who support the timely discharge of patients from hospital. These patients have ongoing rehabilitation or neuro management needs following a new or worsening presentation of a neurological condition, both stroke, and non-stroke.

The teams work collaboratively with acute services, rehab and community networks and third sector services to deliver a patient centred; goal focused approach to rehabilitation. Our team is an integral part of the stroke pathway, in reaching into both stroke and in-patient rehab settings, with the hope of offering rotations across the pathway in the future.

This post will offer you the opportunity to consolidate and develop neurological and wider clinical skills, as well as giving you the opportunity to be part of quality improvement projects and service developments, working closely with other Occupational Therapists and the wider team.

Ifyouare a compassionate, dedicated team player and are motivated by meaningful, holistic rehabilitation which is centred around patient goals andtheirlife roles then please get in touch and help us to continue to make a real difference.

Main duties of the job

An inclusive team approach and excellent communication skills are essential. You will be expected to work independently and effectively within the Community Stroke and Integrated Neuro Rehab Service to ensure safe and effective management of these patients in the community. You will be able to prioritise your workload and time effectively to support an integrated approach.

This post would suit an experienced band 6 Occupational Therapist looking to develop further their neuro clinical skills or a band 5 with a wide range experience and an ability to demonstrate transferable skills into this clinical area.

We are a dynamic and friendly team who are committed to providing an excellent patient-centred service, whilst supporting continuous development of clinical skills through joint working, access to a comprehensive in-house training program, and opportunities to attend both, internal and external courses.

Your development will be supported through Value Based Appraisal, one-to-one and group clinical supervision.

The successful candidate will have evidence of post-graduate experience and sound clinical reasoning. There is expectation that the candidate will be committed to providing high standards of care.

Car driver / owner and the ability to use a car for work essential.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Date posted

25 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

218-AHP-B7-7163703

Job locations

Newfield House

Kingfield Road

Coventry

CV6 2AG


Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To be an integral part of the Community Integrated Neuro and Stroke Service.

2. To provide evidenced based specialist therapy assessments assessment and appropriate therapy intervention to patients referred to the service.

3. Follow defined stroke and neurological care pathways and other relevant rehabilitation pathways as directed by line management.

4. To liaise closely with members of the interdisciplinary team and wider multidisciplinary team as required, facilitating effective caseload management.

5. To utilise specialist skill and knowledge to manage a neurological caseload.

6. To have general knowledge of a variety of conditions including neurological, orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, care of the elderly, respiratory and falls; understanding the impact of multi pathological presentation.

7. To utilise a comprehensive range of evidenced based specialist assessments and treatment to patients in their own home or in a clinic environment.

8. To assist in the quality and activity monitoring systems, to support evaluation of effectiveness of the service.

9. To assist in the maintenance and development of the service.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To be an integral part of the Community Integrated Neuro and Stroke Service.

2. To provide evidenced based specialist therapy assessments assessment and appropriate therapy intervention to patients referred to the service.

3. Follow defined stroke and neurological care pathways and other relevant rehabilitation pathways as directed by line management.

4. To liaise closely with members of the interdisciplinary team and wider multidisciplinary team as required, facilitating effective caseload management.

5. To utilise specialist skill and knowledge to manage a neurological caseload.

6. To have general knowledge of a variety of conditions including neurological, orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, care of the elderly, respiratory and falls; understanding the impact of multi pathological presentation.

7. To utilise a comprehensive range of evidenced based specialist assessments and treatment to patients in their own home or in a clinic environment.

8. To assist in the quality and activity monitoring systems, to support evaluation of effectiveness of the service.

9. To assist in the maintenance and development of the service.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Desirable

  • See supporting documents

Experience

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Desirable

  • See supporting documents

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Skills

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Commitment to Trust Values

Essential

  • See supporting documents
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Desirable

  • See supporting documents

Experience

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Desirable

  • See supporting documents

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Skills

Essential

  • See supporting documents

Commitment to Trust Values

Essential

  • See supporting documents

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

Newfield House

Kingfield Road

Coventry

CV6 2AG


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

Newfield House

Kingfield Road

Coventry

CV6 2AG


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Occupational Therapist

Donna Waugh

03002000395

Date posted

25 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

218-AHP-B7-7163703

Job locations

Newfield House

Kingfield Road

Coventry

CV6 2AG


Supporting documents

Privacy notice

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)