Job summary
Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Are you a dedicated Occupational Therapist looking to build a rewarding career in neurorehabilitation? At Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, we provide expert care for individuals with acquired and traumatic brain injury, helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 5 equivalent Occupational Therapist, you will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team (MDT), delivering high-quality assessments and interventions for patients with complex rehabilitation needs. You will gain valuable experience in specialist neurorehabilitation, develop your clinical skills, and play an active role in guiding patients through their rehabilitation journey, including discharge planning and community reintegration.
Why Join Us?
Specialist Neurorehabilitation Training -Gain hands-on experience in advanced OT assessments and evidence-based treatment approaches.
Supportive Learning Environment -Receive mentorship from senior OTs and structured professional development.
Collaborative MDT - Work closely with physiotherapists, neuropsychologists, speech and language therapists, and social workers.
Career Progression - Develop your expertise and move towards senior OT roles with ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
Meaningful Impact - Help patients rebuild their lives and achieve greater independence.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified or early-career Occupational Therapist eager to grow in a specialist neurorehabilitation setting. If you're passionate about making a real difference, apply today!
About us
Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What you'll be working:
Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.
What you'll be doing:
- Assess and treat patients with complex rehabilitation needs, supporting their recovery journey.
- Develop comprehensive discharge plans, liaising with community services to ensure continuity of care.
- Work collaboratively as part of an MDT, including physiotherapists, neuropsychologists, speech and language therapists, and social workers.
- Contribute to service development, audits, and training, ensuring high-quality and innovative rehabilitation approaches.
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and engage in reflective practice to enhance your professional growth.
- Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights.
What to look forward to:
- Free lunch when on duty
- Birthday off
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Job description
Job responsibilities
What you'll be working:
Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.
What you'll be doing:
- Assess and treat patients with complex rehabilitation needs, supporting their recovery journey.
- Develop comprehensive discharge plans, liaising with community services to ensure continuity of care.
- Work collaboratively as part of an MDT, including physiotherapists, neuropsychologists, speech and language therapists, and social workers.
- Contribute to service development, audits, and training, ensuring high-quality and innovative rehabilitation approaches.
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and engage in reflective practice to enhance your professional growth.
- Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights.
What to look forward to:
- Free lunch when on duty
- Birthday off
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Analytical and judgement skills
- Ability to motivate patients over long periods
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a neurorehabilitation setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Analytical and judgement skills
- Ability to motivate patients over long periods
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a neurorehabilitation setting
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.
