Senior Occupational Therapist

Castlefield Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a highly regarded Independent Healthcare Charity to recruit a Senior Occupational Therapist on a permanent basis at their main site in North London. This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist, patient-centred organisation that is committed to delivering outstanding care and investing in its clinical teams. The post is full time (37.5 hours per week) and is offered at a level equivalent to an NHS Band 6 role. Salary Range: £46,419 to £55,046 per annum, alongside an excellent benefits package, ongoing professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and forward-thinking clinical environment.

Job Details: To practise autonomously within scope, delivering a high-quality occupational therapy service that meets the hospital’s clinical and strategic objectives. The role involves providing specialist assessment and intervention to a diverse and complex inpatient and outpatient caseload, while contributing to the ongoing development, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the service. The post-holder will support evidence-based practice through supervision, audit, service evaluation, projects and in-service training, and will build effective working relationships with key stakeholders. They will actively promote a positive, dynamic culture that reflects and upholds the hospital’s values.

Duties: To take professional and legal accountability for all aspects of clinical practice, managing a specialist caseload independently and efficiently in line with clinical priorities. The role involves undertaking comprehensive assessments, using advanced clinical knowledge and judgement to plan and deliver evidence-based interventions, and regularly reviewing outcomes in collaboration with patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team (MDT). The post-holder will provide specialist advice, contribute to discharge planning, produce patient resources, maintain accurate records, and communicate complex and sensitive information effectively. They will ensure informed consent, safe use of equipment, and active participation in MDT forums, while liaising with referrers and external colleagues to support coordinated patient care. To demonstrate strong clinical governance, risk management and adherence to HCPC standards, professional codes of conduct and hospital policies. The post-holder will promote patient safety, manage equipment responsibly, and contribute to the development and review of departmental policies. They will take responsibility for continuing professional development through lifelong learning, supervision, appraisal and mandatory training, maintaining a CPD portfolio and clinical competencies. The role includes supporting the effective day-to-day running of the therapy service, acting as a source of specialist advice, contributing to staff induction, representing the service at relevant meetings, and managing time effectively to meet service demands.

Requirements: Be HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist. Hold a degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy. Have right to work in the UK (No sponsorship available).