Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Community Intermediate Care Team in South East Essex. The current vacancy is within the Cumberlege Intermediate Care Centre (CICC), a 22 bedded Intermediate Care Unit that currently provides stroke rehabilitation. We require a skilled and experienced staff member in physical rehabilitation to assess and treat patients with stroke/neurological diagnoses within a multidisciplinary team that includes Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and Therapy Assistants. Applicants who wish to work part time will be considered.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide occupational therapy assessment, treatment and evaluation for stroke/neurological patients and frailty patients in a community rehabilitation setting.
* Participate in multidisciplinary rehabilitation services and work autonomously to provide evidence‑based, high‑quality patient care personalised to the individual's goals and needs.
* Deliver a compassionate, dignified and respectful service in line with NHS values, raising concerns through appropriate channels.
* Work with the wider Intermediate Care Service covering Cumberlege Intermediate Care Centre, early support stroke rehabilitation, frailty virtual ward, admission avoidance and re‑ablement/unstable fracture management.
* Manage and coordinate a caseload of patients with complex conditions, maintaining accurate records and risk assessments.
* Provide expert leadership, supervision, and appraisal to junior staff.
* Liaise with other professionals (Reablement, Social Services, Acute Hospitals, Integrated Discharge Teams) to ensure smooth care pathways.
* Support strategic service development in cooperation with the Therapy Lead, Intermediate Care Matrons and Head of Intermediate Care.
* Assist in service evaluation and collection of information for commissioning.
* Maintain therapeutic environment, organize diary, meet clinical caseload demands and give supervision to other Occupational Therapy staff.
* Participate in weekly MDT meetings and daily board rounds, making onward referrals as necessary.
* Ensure health and safety compliance, report risks and coordinate with the Service Manager.
* Plan and deliver occupational therapy within defined areas, prioritise clinical needs, manage conflicting priorities, and make appropriate referrals post‑discharge.
* Adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
* Act as a resource for staff, attend case conferences, facilitate multidisciplinary meetings, and maintain partnership working with other services.
* Engage in continuous professional development, support local and national standards of practice, and contribute to audit, research and practice development.
* Provide line management to junior Occupational Therapists and Therapy Assistants, supervise staff, and ensure effective use of resources.
* Support discharge planning, maintain records, and contribute to the Trust’s development plan for Intermediate Care.
Working for our Organisation
* Receive supervision and support to fulfil potential.
* Join an inclusive community and connect through engagement events and champion networks.
* Access mental health, wellbeing services and occupational health advice.
* Participate in recognition awards for staff dedication.
* Flexible working available from day one and job share options welcomed.
* Bank shifts available for supplemental income and skill development.
Benefits
* 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years of service.
* Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of pensionable pay.
* Staff discounts and benefits including Blue Light Card and NHS discount offers.
* £8,000 relocation package for moves to Essex.
* Season ticket loans interest‑free.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Current HCPC registration.
* Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy – Degree or equivalent.
Desirable Qualifications
* Relevant mentoring/supervision qualifications or experience.
* Postgraduate study in Stroke, Falls or Frailty.
* Evidence of continual professional development (CPD).
Skills and Experience
Essential
* Previous experience as an occupational therapist in the NHS or similar UK health systems.
* Experience across a range of clinical areas.
* Ability to prioritise, delegate workload and manage own time.
* Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Desirable
* Experience working in community settings.
* Experience supervising staff or students.
* Experience using SystmOne.
* Experience in multidisciplinary teams.
* Neurological/Stroke assessment and rehabilitation skills.
Personal Qualities
Essential
* Proven decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities.
* Enthusiastic and able to work autonomously.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from people with experience of using mental health services as well as people with learning disabilities. We commit to employing more people with disabilities and provide support for candidates requiring alternative application formats.
Additional Requirements
* Must have the COVID‑vaccination status required for roles within care homes or CQC‑registered settings, as per current regulations.
* Applicants will be responsible for absorbing the cost of an initial DBS check; the amount will be deducted from first salary.
Contact
Recruitment information can be requested by contacting the Recruitment Department on 01375 364513 or via email at epunft.recruitment.adverts@nhs.net.
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