Posting: Home First Senior Occupational Therapist, Grade Band 6, Job ref 824-ONW-8081793
Site: Sudbury Primary Care Centre, Town, Brent
Salary: £45,953 – £54,254 per annum (inclusive of HCAS)
Hours: 37.5 per week, 7-day service 8:00 am – 8:00 pm, including bank holidays; full‑time staff expected to work across the 7‑day rota.
Job overview
The Home First Service supports the timely and safe discharge of patients from acute and urgent care settings, in line with national NHS priorities.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, the service provides rapid assessment and short‑term, intensive interventions for patients with complex health and social care needs. The focus is on promoting independence, recovery and person‑centred care within the community, helping individuals remain safely at home wherever possible.
As a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, you will manage a complex caseload, contribute to clinical decision‑making, and play a key role in coordinating care within a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
The service works closely with acute trusts, primary care, community services across CLCH, and local authority social care teams to deliver integrated, high‑quality care and improve patient outcomes.
Main duties of the job
- Act as an active member of the multidisciplinary team, delivering a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service to residents referred to the Brent Home First Service.
- Provide specialist Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions that support safe and effective discharge planning.
- Facilitate timely assessments and coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with colleagues across health and social care services.
- Manage your own caseload independently, working with appropriate levels of clinical supervision.
- Support the supervision and development of Band 5 Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy students, and support staff.
- Contribute to service delivery across different teams or units as required, demonstrating flexibility to meet service needs.
- Promote person‑centred care, independence, and positive outcomes for patients receiving Home First interventions.
Person specification
Education/Qualification
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Current AHP with UK HCPC registration
- Postgraduate training
Experience
- Post qualification experience which should include: elderly care; older people’s rehabilitation; MDT working; falls prevention.
- Cognitive assessments.
- Intermediate care / community rehabilitation.
Skills & Knowledge
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrate a problem‑solving approach.
- Able to delegate work and supervise staff.
- Student supervision / teaching skills.
- Able to prioritise and manage own time.
- Able to present information both written and verbal.
- Aware of current issues in Occupational Therapy / Care / NHS.
- Awareness of the legal responsibilities of the profession.
Key Attributes
- Evidence of involvement in service delivery improvement.
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes.
CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
CLCH is a Disability Confident 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.
- 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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