Lead Occupational Therapist
Salary: 47,810 - 50,273 DOE per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, permanent - Part time is also available
Location: Tonbridge, Kent
Lead the Way in Neuro Occupational Therapy
This is a unique opportunity to take the lead in shaping a specialist Neuro Occupational Therapy service that makes a real difference. As a Lead Occupational Therapist, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering expert care to individuals with complex neurological conditions-supporting their recovery, independence and quality of life. It's a role that offers both professional challenge and personal fulfilment, with clear pathways for career development and leadership growth.
This position is based at a hospital in Tonbridge, Kent. Hybrid working patterns are available, with set working times across weekdays to support flexibility and wellbeing.
About the Role
As a Lead Occupational Therapist, you'll be responsible for the strategic development and delivery of a high-quality neurorehabilitation service. You'll manage a clinical caseload, lead therapeutic programmes, and guide a team of Occupational Therapists to deliver person-centred care aligned with national standards.
About You
You'll be an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for neurological rehabilitation and a commitment to service excellence.
You'll be:
* Delivering advanced assessments and tailored treatment plans for patients with complex neurological needs
* Leading therapeutic groups and rehabilitation programmes that promote independence and recovery
* Supporting your team through supervision, mentoring and training
* Driving service improvement through audits, evaluations and benchmarking
* Collaborating with internal and external professionals to ensure coordinated care
* Managing resources effectively and maintaining high standards of documentation and reporting
Your Benefits
* Competitive salary aligned with NHS Band 7
* Flexible working options to support work-life balance
* Ongoing professional development and training
* A supportive, inclusive and values-driven workplace
* Access to innovative rehabilitation tools and resources
* Opportunities to influence service delivery and national standards
Why sjb medical?
sjb medical's vision is simple yet unique: to bring search and selection, and medical expertise together to provide a unique resourcing service to the healthcare sector. We take pride and great care in providing our healthcare candidates with the best possible support throughout their recruitment journey. We understand that a diverse workforce is essential to our clients' success and promotion of equality, diversity and fairness in our recruitment process is paramount.
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