Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, forward thinking and motivated OT to join the Integrated Neurotherapy Team, working across Ellesmere Port Hospital (EPH) and the Countess of Chester Hospital (COCH).
We are looking for an OT with a special interest Neurological rehabilitation to work in our integrated team which covers a 24 bedded acute stroke unit based at COCH, a 17 bedded Rehab Stroke unit based at EPH and our community Neurotherapy service also based at EPH. It involves the treatment and management of complex Neurological patients and provides an excellent opportunity for a clinician to develop and extend their knowledge and skills. You will not only be responsible for managing your own case load but also be responsible for contributing to the overall management of complex patients within the multi-disciplinary team. Good time management, excellent communication skills and self-motivation are essential to this role.
You will be encouraged to contribute to service development through continuous improvement projects and an opportunity to contribute to the NROL project (Neuro Rehabilitation OnLine) which is currently being hosted by COCH.
We would encourage you to contact us for an informal discussion or visit to meet our dynamic team.
This post is part time 34 hours per week.
Shortlisting for this vacancy is due to commence on 21/01/2026 and the proposed interview date is 03/02/2026.
Main duties of the job
1. Work as an autonomous practitioner and part of an established MDT, undertaking specialist assessment and treatment to a variety of complex neurological patients with a variety of conditions including stroke and long-term neurological conditions across the whole of the integrated Neurotherapy Team. This includes working and rotating through the acute stroke unit, the rehab stroke unit and the community setting.
2. To be responsible for planning, organising own and more junior members of staff's caseload and to meet service and patient priorities. To provide both education and supervision to more junior members of staff.
3. To actively participate in all processes across the integrated team and actively be involved in service development through continuous improvement projects.
4. To organise and participate in reviews, case conferences and referral meetings as appropriate and provide specialist advice and support to the MDT, facilitating team decisions regarding patients.
5. Participate in a weekend acute stroke rota to provide assessment and treatment to new stroke patients and those deemed as appropriate by the acute team.
Please see job description for additional details on duties.
Working for our organisation
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you’ll find something to suit you at CWP.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see ‘documents to download’ section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust’s Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trust’s Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
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Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy
* Registration with Health Care Professions Council
* Accreditation as Practice Placement Educator or be willing to work towards
* Current disability equipment training or be willing to gain within 6 months of appointment
Desirable criteria
* CLAIT/European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent
* Membership of Professional Body
* Post graduate clinical training relevant to the post
* First line leadership or management training
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential criteria
* Advanced clinical skills relevant to the specialty and knowledge of current best practice in specialist occupational therapy area
* Excellent knowledge of the use of disability equipment and adaptations for complex needs
* Working knowledge of clinical governance
* Training, presentation and facilitation skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work under pressure and set priorities
* Good knowledge of effective care management and planning of treatment packages
* Ability to manage own caseload and work as part of a team
* Group leadership skills
* Excellent negotiation and organisational skills, with individuals and groups
* Good knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance
* Skills in handling and moving
Desirable criteria
* Resolution of complex professional/ethical issues
* Research experience
Experience
Essential criteria
* Between 24 and 36 months post graduate experience
* Evidence of post graduate short courses
* Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment
* Experience of supervising and supporting junior staff and students
* Experience of using Staff Performance and Development Process
* Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development
* Working knowledge of clinical audit
* Experience of introducing new and innovative interventions