Occupational Therapist Team Lead

19 hours ago


Orpington, Greater London, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced occupational therapist to take on a leadership role within our dynamic Trauma and Orthopaedic team at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. As a Team Lead Occupational Therapist, you will work closely with the clinical lead to oversee, coordinate, and develop the orthopaedic occupational therapy service.

Main Responsibilities
  • Manage a caseload of patients with complex health and social care needs, using evidence-based practice and client-centered principles to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions.
  • Provide specialist assessment, consultancy, and intervention of patients' occupational needs within the inpatient setting.
  • Carry out clinical and professional leadership to a team of qualified members of staff, developing their clinical, teaching, and managerial skills.
  • Contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust Occupational Therapy service, participating in the planning, development, and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services within a designated area/team.
  • Participate in the delivery of the Occupational Therapy development plan, contributing to the Trust's clinical governance arrangements and quality agenda.
About Us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts, providing a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. We are committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All, with a focus on reducing our carbon footprint and promoting a culture of sustainability.

Person Specification
  • Degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
  • Experience working with patients in an orthopaedic setting at a senior level, with a strong understanding of complex discharge planning.
  • Leadership and first-line management experience, with the ability to supervise and appraise qualified staff or students.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously and set priorities.
  • Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance, with a commitment to personal and team development.


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