Job Title: Band 5 Occupational Therapist – Learning Disability Services
Join the Learning Disability Community Team within Birmingham Community Health Care NHS Foundation Trust, the largest community trust in the country. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and promote a culture of home‑first rehabilitation within a self‑motivated multidisciplinary team.
Job Summary
The post holder will act as an occupational therapy practitioner within the Learning Disability Services Division. Duties include:
* Providing urgent and routine occupational therapy assessment and intervention.
* Developing and monitoring treatment programmes at home and in other community settings.
* Ensuring safe discharge or referral to alternative services as appropriate.
* Assisting in reducing the current waiting list and improving service capacity.
* Working in partnership with patients, carers and other health and social care agencies to promote independence and develop individual plans of care.
* Supporting junior staff and students, and driving service development projects and quality patient care.
Essential Qualifications and Training
* Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
* Current Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC) registration.
Essential Experience
* Evidence of application of the OT process during fieldwork education.
Additional Requirements
* HCPC/NMC registrations required for registered staff roles.
* Disclosure and Barring Service check (Rehabilitation of Offenders Act exceptions).
* Verification of current UK professional registration.
* Potential sponsorcertification: Applicants requiring skilled worker sponsorship may be considered.
Job Details
* Date posted: 17 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 5
* Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 per annum
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 12 months
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 820-7362767-LD-A
* Job location: Riverside, Hobmoor Road, Birmingham, B10 9JH
Employer Information
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address:
Riverside, Hobmoor Road, Birmingham, B10 9JH
Website: https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/
How to Apply
Please ensure you complete all sections of the application form and provide full details of all referees, including business email address, telephone contact details and postal address. Check your Trac account regularly for updates on shortlisting and selection.
Equal Opportunities
This role is advertised in accordance with our commitment to equality and diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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