Overview
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to work as part of the Bridport Integrated Community Rehabilitation team on Colmers ward in Bridport Hospital. The closing date is 09 October 2025.
Bridport Integrated Community Rehabilitation team are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapist to work as part of the Multidisciplinary team on Colmers ward in Bridport Hospital. Following the attainment of core competencies for the role there will be the opportunity if desired to be part of the internal Band 5 Rotation, gaining experience within the Community Multidisciplinary team also.
We are a friendly and dynamic team, committed to providing high quality care through integrated and collaborative ways of working in conjunction with colleagues in the Acute Hospitals, Primary Care and Social Care sectors.
If you feel you meet the requirements above and enjoy working with people to promote independence and safety in the hospital and in their place of residence, please contact us to find out more information.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position
Main duties of the job
The post holder would be required to provide OT based rehab for a range of physical presentations such as stroke and neurology, orthopaedics, frailty, falls, cognitive impairment and many more. Skills required to fulfil this role include knowledge and experience in moving and handling, experience of using a range of equipment, experience of carrying out cognitive assessments, skills to holistically assess and formulate a patient centred rehab program, knowledge and experience of working with the older person, particularly with frailty.
The post holder may be required to work with the rest of the team to provide cover across 7 days on a rota basis as the needs of the service require .
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate skills in communication, organisation, caseload management, autonomous working, supervision of junior colleagues, problem solving and innovative thing to inform service development.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING
* Membership of the relevant Professional Body
* Evidence of wide range of clinical placements relevant to the role
* Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
* Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role
JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
* Experience of community working
* Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions relevant to role
* Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients
* Able to demonstrate clinical reasoning skills to assimilate information in order to make a clinical judgement regarding diagnosis and intervention.
* Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively
MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE
* Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to assistant staff
* Experience of devising and delivering training
FINANCE/RESOURCES
* Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES
* Able to analyse data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
* Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems
PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES
* Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
* Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities.
* Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required.
* Demonstrable ability to analyse situations and provide a resolution
* Demonstrable leadership qualities and the ability to perform as a role model
* Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence
BUSINESS TRAVEL
* Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
* Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
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