Rotational Occupational Therapist, Band 5
Main area Occupational Therapy. Grade Band 5. Contract: Permanent. Hours: Full time, flexible working. 37.5 hours per week; weekend working may be required on some rotations. Job ref 323-AHP3710-ED.
Employer: Ashford and St. Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Site: Chertsey. Salary £33,677 – £40,996 per annum inclusive of HCAS. Closing: 05/07/2026 23:59.
Job Overview
Opportunity for occupational therapists to join rotations at Ashford and St. Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (ASPH) based in Chertsey, Surrey.
Applicants are welcome from:
- Occupational therapy students due to qualify,
- Qualified therapists waiting for HCPC registration
- Those who already have experience and are looking to embrace something new.
Flexible working requests will be considered at the point of interview.
Rotations are 4 months in duration and include:
- Cardiorespiratory Medicine
- Surgery
- Emergency services and admission avoidance
- Early Supported Discharge (ESD) for Stroke (community based, mainly NW Surrey, with remote working)
The rotations will offer you the opportunity to work within different settings and with varied MDT professionals, allowing you to develop your core clinical skills and personal development.
There is an established formal supervision and appraisal process, as well as robust in‑house training within each team. The therapies department encourages staff to progress their careers within the department.
ASPH provides a seven‑day service across some teams and you will be expected to participate in seven‑day working as per service requirements.
This role has a community element; applicants will be expected to hold a valid driver’s licence and access to a car.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.
Main Duties of the Job
Manage an inpatient or community caseload using respiratory, medical, neurological and orthopaedic skills.
Complete patient assessments in a ward setting or community setting, formulate problem lists and provide appropriate therapy input to facilitate a safe discharge.
Contribute to board rounds or goal planning meetings to ensure patients receive the right treatment, at the right time in the right place.
Communicate with fellow therapists and other MDT members such as nurses, consultants, specialists.
Treat and manage patients requiring post‑operative protocols and ensure they follow their rehabilitation pathways.
Actively participate in regular supervision and service development, and take personal responsibility for professional development and registration requirements.
Show passion for providing a high level of care and safeguarding to patients known to our service.
Have the ability to use initiative, communicate with empathy and be an effective team player.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
Candidates will need to have a degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration, or be due to qualify within the next 3 months.
The responsibilities and duties below are a summary. For the full list, please ensure you read through the Job Description attached prior to submitting your application.
Communication / Relationship Skills
- To communicate effectively with colleagues and MDT regarding patient care
- To maintain accurate records in line with the standards and policies
- To gather and disseminate information where appropriate
- To manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional situations in an empathetic manner.
Analytical / Judgment Skills
- To carry out assessment and formulate treatment plans using clinical reasoning and evidence based practice
- To work within your scope of practice and seek support when required
Personal and People Development
- To attend all relevant training to maintain competency and confidence.
- To supervise physiotherapy students or therapy assistants.
- To participate in the appraisal scheme as an appraisee.
Health, Safety and Security
- To complete relevant risk assessments and associated documentation/action.
- To demonstrate physical ability to carry out physiotherapy assessments and interventions including manual physiotherapy techniques. This involves frequent light to moderate physical effort.
Education
- To participate in the professional development and training of self and other therapists.
- To undertake clinical reasoning and problem patient sessions.
- To participate in relevant training sessions as a recipient and facilitator.
Research / Audit / Quality
- To evaluate your own clinical effectiveness.
- To undertake and present relevant evidence based projects.
IT
- To be responsible for the accurate input of clinical information onto the trust IT system.
Further Information and General Responsibilities
- To have responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others at work.
- To ensure confidentiality at all times.
- To take part in the weekend service on a rota basis as required.
- To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work.
Person Specification
Qualification and Training
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Experience
- Experience in core areas of medical, respiratory, neurology and orthopedic conditions.
- Experience of working as part of a team.
- Experience of working in an acute NHS trust.
Knowledge and Skills
- Demonstrate the ability to carry out a wide range of assessment and treatment interventions in a holistic manner.
- Effective communication skills – verbal, written and computer literate.
- Ability to reflect and identify own learning needs.
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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