Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – Team Lead / Clinical Specialist Join to apply for the Occupational Therapist – Team Lead / Clinical Specialist role at NHS. Job Summary Exciting Opportunity: Occupational Therapist Team Lead. We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and passionate Occupational Therapist to join our team. In this leadership role you will work closely with the Physiotherapy Team Leader to guide a team of Occupational Therapists and therapy support workers, delivering high‑quality rehabilitation services across North Powys. The role offers the opportunity to work across community and hospital settings, ensuring patients receive the care they need in the right place. The base will be Welshpool/Newtown. This position is an excellent chance to make a difference in community rehabilitation and to take on a rewarding leadership role. Main duties of the job Day‑to‑day management and leadership of the designated team, including supervision, appraisal and staff development. Evaluate and maintain high standards of clinical care through training and continuous professional development. Contribute to the development of professional practice and the transformation and evaluation of service improvements with an emphasis on value‑based healthcare. Hold a small clinical caseload and be part of a 7‑day working rota, if required. Speak Welsh is desirable; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About Us Being the smallest Health Board in Wales means you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contributions they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community‑based services. We actively encourage career growth through a range of development pathways, supporting a healthy work‑life balance in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain. Details Date posted: 01 December 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for Change Band: 7 Salary: £48,527 to £55,532 a year Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time Reference number: 070‑AHP122‑1225 Job location: North Powys (SY21 7DU) Person Specification – Essential HCPC Registered BSc Hons Occupational Therapy or equivalent Relevant postgraduate training at Masters level or equivalent demonstrable academic knowledge to Masters level Detailed knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application Documented evidence of CPD Extensive postgraduate experience with significant experience at a senior level Experience of taking responsibility and managing complex caseloads Experience of clinical supervision of junior staff and students Experience of working in a multi‑disciplinary team Working knowledge of local and national agendas and ability to deliver within service Excellent organisational skills Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues Demonstrates high level of Occupational Therapy knowledge of assessment and clinical reasoning Ability to take initiative and resolve problems Ability to motivate and influence a team of staff Clinical supervision and mentoring skills Excellent communication skills IT literate Commitment to client‑centred non‑discriminatory practice Commitment to lifelong learning Ability to work autonomously Flexible working including some weekend working Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service Ability to travel throughout Powys Person Specification – Desirable Membership of RCOT Appropriate Clinical Educator Course Membership of appropriate clinical specialist interest group Experience of audit procedures Leadership and first‑line management experience Supervision of junior staff and students Experience of a range of health settings Ability to speak Welsh Presentation and training skills Critical appraisal skills Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check to review any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer Powys Teaching Health Board North Powys, SY21 7DU Website: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ #J-18808-Ljbffr