Job summary
Closing Date: 17.01.25(this may change dependent on response)
Shortlisting to take place in the week following closing date: commencing 18.01.25
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 05.02.25
Are you passionate about occupational therapy in Stroke and Neurology?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic Stroke and Neurology Therapy Service at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
You will have the chance to work across a variety of teams, including Neuro-Rehabilitation, Head Injury, Inpatient Neurology, and the Stroke Pathway, covering both inpatient and community stroke services.
We are seeking a motivated, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic Specialist Occupational Therapist to become an integral part of our team.
The therapy department is deeply committed to staff development. We offer a robust in-house training, supervision, and support program designed to help you grow professionally. We also support ongoing postgraduate education and provide dedicated time for your personal development.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work alongside and be supported by team leaders and co-ordinators, the wider team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, assistant practitioners and therapy assistants.
This team is committed to developing their service and providing outstanding quality care for their patients.
We are looking to appoint an individual who has the appropriate qualifications and significant post registration experience within the NHS having undertaken rotations in a rehabilitation setting previously, including demonstration of a flexible approach and a drive to develop themselves and the service they work in.
The post requires working in different locations including different hospital sites and community settings including domiciliary visits.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-graduate experience, including recent experience in an NHS setting.
- Previous experience of assessment, treatment planning for patients needing rehabilitation
- Some experience of student supervision
Desirable
- Previous clinical experience in neurology and / or stroke rehabilitation
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Competent in core areas of Occupational Therapy practiseInterview/applicationE
- Competent IT skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Specialist knowledge of current evidence based best practice.
- Knowledge and understanding of stroke and neurology
Desirable
- Attendance on external post-graduate courses
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy Studies
- HCPC Registered
- Clinical Educators course
- Relevant specialist qualification or training to diploma level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of current CPD
- Post registration qualification in relevant subject
Desirable
- RCOT
- Leadership or management development qualification / courses
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-graduate experience, including recent experience in an NHS setting.
- Previous experience of assessment, treatment planning for patients needing rehabilitation
- Some experience of student supervision
Desirable
- Previous clinical experience in neurology and / or stroke rehabilitation
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Competent in core areas of Occupational Therapy practiseInterview/applicationE
- Competent IT skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Specialist knowledge of current evidence based best practice.
- Knowledge and understanding of stroke and neurology
Desirable
- Attendance on external post-graduate courses
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy Studies
- HCPC Registered
- Clinical Educators course
- Relevant specialist qualification or training to diploma level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of current CPD
- Post registration qualification in relevant subject
Desirable
- RCOT
- Leadership or management development qualification / courses
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.
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.
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).
