Occupational Therapist
Closing date : 27 May 2026
We currently have an opportunity for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our progressive and dynamic Occupational Therapy Department within Cambridge University Hospital.
By working with us, you would be supported to develop your Occupational Therapy clinical expertise and promote the benefits of Occupational Therapy within the hospital. We are looking for applicants committed to providing high quality therapy provision and passionate about the profession.
There will be opportunities to be involved in a wide range of service development in shaping the care we provide to our patients.
We will provide robust supervision and extensive peer support across the multidisciplinary team as well as an excellent departmental training programme.
Main duties of the job
This post is suitable for a qualified Occupational Therapist looking to expand their existing knowledge and skills in a fast paced acute NHS setting.
As part of an innovative Occupational Therapy department, you will work under the supervision of an experienced Occupational Therapist and be provided with a comprehensive induction and ongoing education and training.
You will ensure a safe, efficient and effective delivery of occupational therapy and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary and multi‑agency teams.
About us
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1,100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, this is a testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here.
CUH’s values – Together – Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Visa requirements
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. If you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:
* applied for a Graduate visa
* or have successfully completed your course and applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment
* or the Trust has agreed that they will sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on‑site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Free park and ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites, as well as the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. The first staff pod break spaces have been launched – purpose‑created colleague‑only café with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work‑life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part‑time working, job‑share, term‑time working and flexible start and finish times.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Occupational Therapist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council
* Degree or Diploma of Occupational Therapy
* IELTS level 7 (for those applying internationally)
* Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapists
Experience
* Broad range of fieldwork placements
* Application of the Occupational Therapy process – e.g., assessment, treatment and moving and handling
* Experience of caseload management
* Experience of completing moving and handling with patients
* Experience of working in an acute hospital
* NHS experience
Knowledge
* Working knowledge of the Occupational Therapy process
* Knowledge of evidence‑based practice
* Knowledge of research principles
* Broad overview of the role of an Occupational Therapist in an acute setting
Skills
* Professional attitude
* Recognises limitations in knowledge and practice
* Able to work within professional boundaries and parameters
* Teaching / presentation skills
Additional Requirements
* The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues in accordance with the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent
* Able to work weekends or on‑call as needed
* Ability to travel with or without patients throughout the district when required
* Adhere to and support the Trust’s and departmental Environmental sustainability initiatives
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.
£32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata
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