Active Care Group

Specialist Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 29 October 2025

Job summary

Come and join one of the UK's largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Active Neuro, the specialist division of Active Care Group, is redefining neurorehabilitation in the UK and we're looking for two passionate Band 6 level Occupational Therapists to join our Nottingham team.You'll work with adults with acquired or traumatic brain injury, neurological conditions, and complex needs, helping them regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Our OTs work across NHS, private, and medicolegal pathways, without being limited to short-term programmes. This means you can set long-term, meaningful goals that really matter to patients - whether that's enjoying a morning walk with friends, preparing a favourite meal, returning to a creative hobby, or spending time in the garden independently.

Main duties of the job

What makes this role exciting:

Diverse caseloads: from neurological conditions to polytrauma, amputations, and catastrophic injuries

Innovative tech: utilise equipment such as Luna Robotic EMG, Exo Motus, and Arm Motus to enhance therapy outcomes

Integrated care: work across inpatient and outpatient services, providing continuity for patients in the community

Shape the service: contribute to innovation, service development, and patient-centred practice

Cross-divisional working: opportunities in case management, care in the home, and collaboration across Active Neuro sites

Professional growth: access personalised CPD, from functional upper and lower limb rehabilitation, cognitive and perceptual retraining, and activities of daily living (ADL) recovery, to splinting, adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and neuropsychologically-informed interventions

Supportive network: connect with peers across Active Neuro, share learning, and benefit from mentorship

External engagement: opportunities to attend conferences and collaborate with organisations such as Headway and the Spinal Injuries Association

If you're a creative, motivated Occupational Therapist who wants to make a real difference, this is your chance to join a pioneering service at the cutting edge of neurorehabilitation.

Please note - this advert will close once we have received a sufficient number of applications.

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.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£36,972 to £41,028 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009499

Job locations

Nottingham Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

Nottingham

Nottinghamshire

NG15 7RR


Job description

Job responsibilities

The role:

As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will:

  • Deliver high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy interventions for patients with complex neurological, polytrauma, and catastrophic injuries.
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of OT services, bringing ideas and innovation to support patient-centred care.
  • Provide guidance and support to junior staff and students, sharing knowledge and fostering best practice.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, outcome measurement, and clinical governance activities.
  • Incorporate specialist rehabilitation technologies, such as Luna, Exo Motus, and Arm Motus, into daily practice to enhance functional recovery.
  • Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights.

What to look forward to:

  • 25 days plus bank holidays
  • Birthday off
  • 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

The role:

As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will:

  • Deliver high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy interventions for patients with complex neurological, polytrauma, and catastrophic injuries.
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of OT services, bringing ideas and innovation to support patient-centred care.
  • Provide guidance and support to junior staff and students, sharing knowledge and fostering best practice.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, outcome measurement, and clinical governance activities.
  • Incorporate specialist rehabilitation technologies, such as Luna, Exo Motus, and Arm Motus, into daily practice to enhance functional recovery.
  • Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights.

What to look forward to:

  • 25 days plus bank holidays
  • Birthday off
  • 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

  • HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in neurorehabilitation or complex care, including acquired or traumatic brain injury (ABI/TBI).
  • Strong clinical reasoning and person-centred practice, helping patients achieve meaningful goals.
  • Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing ideas and supporting colleagues.
  • Has a passion for improving patient care and service development, bringing creativity and innovation to their practice.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in neurorehabilitation or complex care, including acquired or traumatic brain injury (ABI/TBI).
  • Strong clinical reasoning and person-centred practice, helping patients achieve meaningful goals.
  • Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing ideas and supporting colleagues.
  • Has a passion for improving patient care and service development, bringing creativity and innovation to their practice.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Nottingham Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

Nottingham

Nottinghamshire

NG15 7RR


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Nottingham Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

Nottingham

Nottinghamshire

NG15 7RR


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Partner - AHP

Kerry Childs

kerry.childs@activecaregroup.co.uk

Details

Date posted

02 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£36,972 to £41,028 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009499

Job locations

Nottingham Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

Nottingham

Nottinghamshire

NG15 7RR


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