Main area Stroke and NeurologicalGrade Band 6Contract Bank Hours
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Other
The service operates Monday to Friday, with participation in a weekend rota. Your specific working pattern will be agreed upon following successful appointment. Job ref 824-HERTS-LIT1558.
Site: Holywell Neurological Rehabilitation Unit, Town WatfordSalary: £21.46 per hour inclusive of HCASContract: HourlyClosing: 05/06/2026 23:59
Job Overview
CLCH NHS Trust provides a wide range of community services across Hertfordshire. We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our friendly, multidisciplinary team in a 20‑bed inpatient rehabilitation unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with patients recovering from stroke and other neurological conditions.
As part of our dedicated therapy and nursing team, you will deliver specialist, evidence‑based occupational therapy, contributing to patient recovery and rehabilitation. You will have the opportunity to engage in continuous professional development and foster a culture of innovation, learning and improvement.
Main Duties of the Job
- Provide specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for patients with stroke and neurological conditions.
- Manage a caseload of patients with complex physical, cognitive and emotional needs, facilitating positive rehabilitation outcomes and timely discharge plans.
- Collaborate with the wider multi‑disciplinary team to develop integrated, evidence‑based services.
- Offer guidance, advice and information to health and social care professionals, patients, carers and relatives.
- Supervise and support staff members and students.
- Contribute to a 7‑day service on a rotational basis and provide support across Hertfordshire bedded units as required.
What We’re Looking For
- Registered Occupational Therapist with relevant experience in neurological rehabilitation.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Commitment to professional development and evidence‑based practice.
- Ability to manage complex caseloads with empathy and professionalism.
Working for Our Organisation
We offer a competitive employment package that values your development, wellbeing, and contribution to high‑quality care.
Person Specification
Educational / Qualifications
- Current AHP with UK HCPC registration.
- Experience of working with neurological patients in delivery of rehabilitation packages or in a rehab setting at Band 5 level.
- Documented evidence of professional development and reflective practice in relevant aspects of neurological rehabilitation (e.g., attendance at in‑service training sessions, reflective practice).
- Attendance at relevant post‑graduate neurological training courses (e.g., Bobath, spasticity management, splinting, cognition and perceptual assessment, fatigue management).
- Experience of working in a neurological rehabilitation setting at Band 6 level.
Experience
- Ability and experience of carrying out a comprehensive neurological occupational therapy assessment to formulate a comprehensive neurological treatment plan and goals.
- Knowledge and experience of using a wide range of therapeutic occupational therapy interventions for the treatment of patients with neurological conditions.
- Knowledge and experience of using a range of recognised outcome measures and goal‑setting skills as appropriate to the rehabilitation of patients with a range of neurological conditions.
- Good understanding of current NHS issues, professional standards, CPD, clinical governance.
- Able to work as an autonomous practitioner.
- Able to work with individuals and groups.
- Clinical problem‑solving ability.
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy models of practice.
- Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice.
- React in a flexible way to changing demands in service.
- Experience of supervising and appraising other staff (e.g., rehabilitation assistants).
- Experience of supervising student occupational therapists.
- Experience in delivering training to other members of the MDT and care workers.
- Understanding of clinical governance and the implications for the service.
- Delegated management responsibilities within service area.
- Innovative ideas.
Skills and Knowledge
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, other health professionals, patients and their relatives/carers.
- Ability to present information accurately, written and oral, in English.
- Work in a team and understand team dynamics.
- Keep legible and accurate patient records in English.
- Clinical problem‑solving ability in complex cases.
- Ability to prioritise patient workload.
Key Attributes
- 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).
CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
- 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.
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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