Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapist
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Job Summary
Are you looking for an excellent start to your career as an Occupational Therapist? We are seeking permanent, full-time Band 5 Occupational Therapists to join our rotation which delivers services from a variety of clinical settings and bases. To participate in the Band 5 Occupational Therapy rotational scheme, you will work across Torbay and South Devon Healthcare Trust sites in wards, out-patient departments, intermediate care facilities, patients’ homes and community facilities. Support and development includes a preceptorship scheme, clinical supervision and access to development opportunities. Working across 7 days will be required. Applications from newly qualified, more experienced Band 5s or those due to qualify soon are welcome.
Main duties of the job
* Provide high quality, safe Occupational Therapy services in the right place, at the right time to support people to live their lives with meaningful occupation and purpose.
* Assess individuals and develop plans to help them achieve their aims, as part of a multidisciplinary team. Rotate work areas every 6 months.
* Under supervision of a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide specialist input aimed at achieving maximum independence and meaningful occupational goals.
About Us
We offer a 15-placement rotation across locations in the South Devon area, with practice in acute and community hospitals, social care, paediatrics and intermediate care. We provide a 12-month multidisciplinary Preceptorship programme for newly qualified or returning staff. There is a monthly Band 5 forum for peer support and in-house training. Our values emphasise care, inclusion, quality and innovation.
Details
* Date posted: 23 October 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 5
* Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 per annum (pro rata)
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Location: Various sites due to rotation – Lawes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA
Job Description and Person Specification
Essential qualifications and experience:
* Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
* Current HCPC registration
* Experience of working as part of an Occupational Therapy or Multidisciplinary team
* Knowledge of relevant national service frameworks and clinical guidelines
* Evidence of ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team
* Commitment to monthly supervision and to service-wide development working groups
* Writing/typing reports
Desirable:
* Postgraduate experience in an OT-related field
* Experience in health and social care IT systems
* Experience with home assessment visits, functional assessments, initial patient interviews
* Supervision experience of OT Assistants or Tech 3
Other Requirements
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Various sites due to rotation; Lawes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA
Employer's website: https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk
Note: This description is for the Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapist role and reflects current information but may be subject to change.
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