Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Occupational Therapist to join our Pulmonary Rehabilitation team in East Kent. You will work alongside a Band 7 Physiotherapist and Therapy Assistant Practitioners, supported by an experienced admin team, to deliver a high‑quality, patient‑centred service. This specialist role involves assessing and treating people with chronic respiratory conditions. You will work as an independent practitioner, using your clinical expertise to help patients improve their functional ability, manage breathlessness and enhance their overall quality of life. Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a rewarding area, with patients frequently sharing life‑changing feedback about their progress. Part time hours can be considered.
As a Band 6 Occupational Therapist in our Pulmonary Rehabilitation team, you will deliver advanced assessments and interventions for people with respiratory conditions that impact their daily activities. You will use your specialist skills to assess functional ability, support breathlessness management, and address psychological or anxiety‑related factors affecting day‑to‑day life. Your work will help patients engage fully with Pulmonary Rehabilitation and improve their independence and quality of life.
We are a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC and the first in the South East to achieve RCP accreditation for Pulmonary Rehabilitation. We are committed to supporting your growth and development.
Responsibilities
* Contribute to Occupational Therapy assessments and education sessions within Pulmonary Rehabilitation programmes across East Kent.
* Provide vocational rehabilitation where clinically appropriate.
* Work with the Senior Clinical Lead and Head of Service to ensure a safe, effective and high‑quality service.
* Collaborate with colleagues, peers and wider healthcare partners to support service development and a coordinated, patient‑centred approach.
* Develop the respiratory pathway across Kent and engage with partner organisations and integrated care systems.
Collaboration and Development
* Maintain strong professional links and participate in regular in‑service training, clinical supervision, and protected CPD time.
* Contribute to clinical interest groups and support service improvement within a forward‑thinking team.
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience in Pulmonary Rehabilitation or managing respiratory conditions that impact daily activities.
* Ability to work as an independent practitioner and provide advanced assessments and interventions.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We ask for information about protected characteristics on our application forms. This is not visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure the principles of the scheme are applied. The data we collect helps us ensure we attract a diverse applicant pool and supports us in being a Great Place to Work.
Flexible Working
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, our patients and you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won’t involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We’ll support you to work flexibly in a way that suits us both.
How to Apply / Informal visits
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Kate Savage
Job title: Senior Clinical Lead Physiotherapist
Email address: kate.savage@nhs.net
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