The three current Occupational Therapy posts are based in Urgent Community Response services in Hastings, Rother, and Eastbourne, and within the Acute Stroke Team at Eastbourne District General Hospital.
The post holder will be employed as an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) or rehabilitation support worker (RSW) for the apprenticeship period with East Sussex Health Care Trust (ESHT) and will undertake study at the University of Brighton (UoB). A successful application also requires acceptance onto the U of B OT apprenticeship program.
Responsibilities
You will work towards successful completion of a degree in occupational therapy and recognition by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) as an Occupational Therapist. You will develop and maintain knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the role of occupational therapist within ESHT and through completion of the occupational therapy training programme at UoB, which includes working in acute, intermediate care, or community care settings, delivering direct person‑centred care.
Qualifications
You must meet the academic requirements outlined in the job description, have a good understanding of Occupational Therapy, and be able to demonstrate why it is the career you wish to pursue.
Benefits
* Staff development and professional training opportunities
* Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme and auto‑enrolment to the Temporary Workforce Service
* Access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants, and accommodation
* Free psychological support through the Employee Assistance Programme
* On‑site parking available from only £50 a year
This advert closes on Tuesday 21 Apr 2026.
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