Specialist Occupational Therapist

Job summary Closing Date: 2nd December 2025. Shortlisting to take place commencing: 3rd December 2025. Interview expected to take place in the week commencing: 10th December 2025. Join our dynamic team as a Specialist Occupational Therapist We're seeking a motivated individual to work in our established community rehab service, spanning both community rehab and inpatient intermediate care settings in Bradford. You'll tackle a diverse caseload, from long‑term conditions to chronic pain and frailty. You will manage diverse caseload in inpatient IMC settings as well as domiciliary rehab. With structured supervision, CPD opportunities, and a chance to shape service development, you'll thrive in our supportive, integrated Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy team. Main duties of the job The department and team offers a wide range of experience. You will be encouraged and supported to develop your clinical, teaching, and leadership skills as well as contribute towards service development and service evaluation. The department has a strong commitment to CPD, a comprehensive IST programme and dedicated time for your ongoing professional development. You will be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care. You are expected to undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multi pathologies; use clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition. To plan, prioritise and deliver clinical case work. About us Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust. We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients. Job details Date posted: 25 November 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 6 Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time Reference number: 389-25-7460716-A Job locations: Westwood Park/Horton Park, Bradford, BD7 3EG Job responsibilities Please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information. We're looking for someone with experience in community and/or intermediate care, excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving positive change. A British driving licence and access to a car are essential. Person specification Experience (Essential) Substantial post‑graduate experience, including recent experience in the NHS. Previous experience working with and assessing adults with complex needs in a community setting. Some experience of student supervision. Skills (Essential) Good communication and organisational skills. Competent in core areas of Occupational Therapy practice. Competent IT skills. Knowledge (Essential) Understanding and experience in working as an Occupational Therapist in a Community setting with knowledge of relevant NHS documents such as the NHS Long‑term Plan. Desirable Attendance on external post‑graduate courses. RCOT. Qualifications (Essential) Degree in Occupational Therapy Studies. HCPC Registered. Evidence of post‑graduate learning. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and such a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) will be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer details Name: Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address: Westwood Park/Horton Park, Bradford, BD7 3EG Website: https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr