About the Trust
Do you want to be part of a Trust that values its staff? Do you want to be part of a Trust that has a strong preceptorship programme and develops its therapists? Do you want to be part of a Trust that cares about its staff's health and wellbeing and supports a good home / work life balance?
Do you want to be part of a team that supports, nurtures and listens to their colleagues? Do you want to be part of a team that encourages MDT working? Do you want to be part of a team that encourages its colleagues to improve ways of working?
If the answer to all of this is 'yes' then this is the role for you. We can offer you a rotational Band 5 Occupational therapist role which could include gaining experience in Adult Therapy, Community Hospital, Stroke Service, Discharge to Assess, providing occupational therapy interventions to a mainly older person demographic either in the community or on a community rehabilitation ward setting.
We can offer you flexible working within our service hours, regular supervision, guidance and mentorship.
We can offer you time to undertake a preceptorship programme if applicable and to complete training appropriate to the role both internally and externally. You will be encouraged to develop whilst in this role as we like to 'grow our own' and this will be discussed with you during your supervisions and appraisals.
Responsibilities
* Provide occupational therapy interventions to older people in the community or community rehabilitation ward setting.
* Join an established team of occupational therapists, physiotherapists, assistant practitioners and therapy assistants to provide rehabilitation to patients and encourage independence.
* Support patients with problem solving any barriers they face when trying to achieve independence.
* Hold your own caseload and work autonomously, arranging your day while maintaining a good support network.
* Participate in a preceptorship programme and complete internal and external training for the role.
Benefits & Development Opportunities
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust is in the top 25 per cent of all community trusts for overall staff engagement in the 2021 NHS National Staff Survey.
LCHS recognises the increasing demand for flexibility in working practices to accommodate personal goals and commitments. Flexible working opportunities such as part‑time working, compressed hours, job shares, and hybrid working models can help staff balance personal and work commitments.
We are an ambassador of a learning culture that supports career progression through an ‘earn while you learn’ apprenticeship programme.
Commitment to Equality & Diversity
At LCHS, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in LCHS’ workforce.
Please read the attached job description which provides you with this information and will be useful when applying for the role.
This advert closes on Thursday 9 Apr 2026.
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