Senior Occupational Therapist

Senior Occupational Therapist

Location: West Midlands

Salary: £38,682 £46,580 per annum

Job type: Permanent, full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday, day shifts

Sponsorship: This employer is able to sponsor applicants who meet the necessary qualifications and experience requirements.

About the role:

A specialist care provider is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to join its multidisciplinary team supporting individuals with complex neurological conditions. Working across two well-equipped sites, the successful applicant will play a key role in delivering both individual and group therapy to residents at varying stages of rehabilitation, from slow stream recovery to long-term maintenance.

Youll work closely with a team of physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, dietitians, psychologists, and care staff to develop and deliver tailored care plans that promote independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Key responsibilities:

Conduct neurological and MSK assessments and design person-centred treatment plans

Deliver individual and group rehabilitation sessions

Liaise with internal and external professionals to support care planning and discharge

Record and evaluate outcomes and respond to residents changing needs

Attend reviews and external appointments as required

Contribute to team meetings, care discussions, and staff training

Ensure accurate documentation in line with clinical and organisational standards

Follow all safeguarding and health and safety procedures

Requirements:

Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Minimum 2 years clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist

Experience with neurological conditions and occupational performance assessments

Knowledge of upper limb splinting, wellbeing programmes, and ADL-focused rehabilitation

Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills

Positive, collaborative approach and commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork

Valid UK driving licence (preferred)

Desirable:

Familiarity with the Model of Human Occupation or Vona du Toit\’s Model of Creative Ability

Experience in mental capacity assessments and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)

Group therapy planning and facilitation experience

Benefits:

Contributory company pension

Free on-site parking

Staff uniform

Training (internal and external) and mentorship support

Comprehensive healthcare package (post-probation)

28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years service

How to apply:

If you are a passionate Occupational Therapist ready to make a difference in a specialist neurorehabilitation setting, we welcome your application. Submit your CV and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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