Occupational Therapist in Watford

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Main area Occupational Therapist Grade Band 5 Contract Fixed term: 6 months (Until 23/05/2027) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Weekend working as per rota pattern - ward based role) Job ref 824-HERTS-8353742

Site Midway Unit - Langley House Town Watford Salary £33,677 - £40,996 per annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 01/11/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Join CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services as an Occupational Therapist on the Inpatient Rehabilitation Wards at Potters Bar Community Hospital.

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will support patients with a variety of conditions through comprehensive occupational therapy assessment, treatment and discharge planning.

In this Band 5 role, you will:

Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver patient-centred rehabilitation.

Assess individual needs and plan appropriate occupational therapy interventions.

This is an opportunity to develop your practice while contributing to rehabilitation that helps patients achieve the best possible outcomes.

Main duties of the job

As an Occupational Therapist within the bed-based unit, you will:

Provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment for referred patients, planning, delivering and evaluating interventions for individuals and groups.

Manage your own caseload autonomously in line with professional standards and clinical guidelines, maintaining accurate professional documentation.

Contribute actively to the multi-disciplinary team, delivering a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service for residents of West Hertfordshire.

Build and maintain effective relationships with referring CLCH acute and community services to support appropriate referrals and understanding of the Occupational Therapist and multi-professional team roles.

Take part in Continuing Professional Development, in-service training, audit and research undertaken by the service.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person specification

Education/Qualification

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current AHP with UK HCPC registration
• Evidence of active CPD portfolio
• Relevant Post graduate training.

Experience

• Application of the OT Process.
• Experience of working as part of an MDT.
• Use of functional assessment and activity analysis.
• Relevant work experience in a variety of clinical placements
• Experience of delegation to support staff
• Previous experience of working in the NHS

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of current best practice in OT.
• Ability to work single-handedly with individuals and groups.
• Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice.
• Understanding of team dynamics
• Basic knowledge of health legislation and current practice, risk assessment and management.
• Effective written, verbal and listening communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of the principals of clinical governance
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
• Health, safety and risk awareness.
• Commitment to client-centred, non-discriminatory practice.

Other

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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